Kyrgyzstan Work Visa Requirements
Requirements to Obtain Kyrgyz Republic Work Visas
If your employees are not from a country that can enter the Kyrgyzstan Republic without a visa, they’ll need to apply for a visa at the embassy or consulate in their country of residence. The required documents differ by visa type, the employee’s nationality, and more, but some of the common requirements include:
- A completed visa application form
- A passport
- One passport-size color photo
- A letter from you inviting the individual to the Kyrgyz Republic
- Payment of the visa fees
The process typically also involves an inspection of the workplace with a representative of the authorized department. They’ll review your company’s documents and ask you questions about your business activities before issuing or denying the visa.
Application Process
The next step is to obtain Kyrgyz Republic work permits on behalf of all employees. The State Migration Service issues two types of work permits — those authorizing the hiring and employment of foreigners (an Employment Permit) and those authorizing foreigners or stateless persons to work in the country (an Employee Permit). Keep in mind that the government has annual quotas for hiring foreign and stateless employees, and those quotas vary by industry and region. The government approves these numbers annually, so they often change year to year.
The State Migration Service will refuse your work permit application if you:
- Can hire a local person instead
- Submitted an inaccurate application
- Stop business in the Kyrgyz Republic or terminate the employee
- Committed illegal actions
The majority of work permits in the Kyrgyzstan Republic are valid for one year with the possibility of an extension. However, some individuals may be eligible for longer permits, including foreign executives and skilled foreign employees. When you apply, you’ll also need to pay a fee. The State Migration Service charges KGS 4,000 for an employment permit, while an employee permit is KGS 2,000.
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