Can I freelance legally on a digital nomad visa?

Yes — the digital nomad visa is specifically designed for freelancers and remote workers. You can work for foreign clients without needing a local work permit. However, working for Uzbek companies requires a separate work permit.

What are the benefits of registering with IT Park?

IT Park offers a flat 1% revenue tax (replacing all other taxes), simplified visa and work permit processes, free coworking space for startups, mentorship programs, and access to government contracts. It's one of Central Asia's most generous tech incentive programs.

Is it easy to hire local developers in Uzbekistan?

Yes — Uzbekistan has a growing pool of tech talent with competitive salaries ($500–$1,500/month for mid-level developers). IT Park graduates and university computer science programs produce capable developers, particularly in mobile development, web development, and data science.

What's the coworking scene like outside Tashkent?

Samarkand and Bukhara have a handful of coworking spaces and work-friendly cafés, but the scene is much smaller than Tashkent. Internet speeds (5–20 Mbps) can be limiting. If reliable connectivity is essential, Tashkent is your best bet.

Do I need a local bank account for business?

For freelancing on a digital nomad visa, a local bank account is helpful but not strictly required. For registering a business, a local corporate bank account is mandatory. Kapitalbank and Ipak Yuli are the most foreigner-friendly options.

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Uzbekistan is positioning itself as Central Asia's emerging hub for remote work and entrepreneurship. With 70+ coworking spaces in Tashkent, a $20 digital nomad visa, IT Park tax incentives, and a growing startup ecosystem, it's increasingly attractive for tech workers, freelancers, and digital entrepreneurs..

70+ in Tashkent

Coworking Spaces

Growing rapidly

$50–$80/mo

Coworking Cost

Hot desk average

IT Park Tax Rate

For registered IT companies

$300–$500/mo

Avg. Local Salary

Uzbek workers

Last updated: March 2026

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Key Takeaways

70+ coworking spaces in Tashkent — from $3/day to $80/month for hot desks
1% flat revenue tax for registered IT companies (vs. standard 12% income tax)
Company registration: 5–10 days, under $100 in fees

Remote Work Infrastructure

Tashkent has rapidly developed its remote work infrastructure with over 70 coworking spaces, growing café WiFi culture, and fiber-optic internet in newer districts. The government's IT Park initiative offers significant tax incentives for tech companies and freelancers. While Samarkand and Bukhara are behind Tashkent, they're catching up with new coworking cafés and improved internet.

70+ coworking spaces in Tashkent — from $3/day to $80/month for hot desks
Café culture: growing number of work-friendly cafés with reliable WiFi in Tashkent
Internet: fiber-optic (50–200 Mbps) available in newer Tashkent districts; 5–20 Mbps elsewhere
Power: generally reliable in cities; consider a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) for critical work
Time zone advantage: UTC+5 overlaps with European mornings and Asian afternoons
Local SIM with data ($3–$8/month) provides essential backup connectivity

IT Park — Uzbekistan's Tech Hub

IT Park is a government initiative that provides massive tax incentives for technology companies registered in Uzbekistan. Foreign freelancers and startups can register and benefit from a flat 1% revenue tax, exemptions from corporate and income taxes, and simplified visa and work permit processes. It's one of the most generous tech incentive programs in the region.

1% flat revenue tax for registered IT companies (vs. standard 12% income tax)
Exemption from corporate tax, property tax, and social fund contributions
Simplified work permits for foreign IT professionals
Free coworking space and mentorship for early-stage startups
Access to government contracts and partnerships
Multiple IT Park locations in Tashkent, Samarkand, and other cities

Starting a Business

Uzbekistan has been climbing the World Bank's Ease of Doing Business rankings. Registering a company takes 5–10 days and costs under $100. The government offers special incentives for foreign investors in priority sectors including IT, agriculture, textiles, and tourism. However, bureaucracy can be challenging, and having a local partner or consultant is strongly recommended.

Company registration: 5–10 days, under $100 in fees
Business types: LLC (most common), Joint Stock Company, Individual Entrepreneur
Foreign ownership: 100% foreign-owned companies are permitted
IT Park registration: significant tax benefits for tech companies (1% flat tax)
Priority sectors: IT, agriculture, textiles, tourism, manufacturing — special incentives available
Local partner/consultant: strongly recommended for navigating bureaucracy and regulations

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