Residence & citizenship
Kyrgyz Residence Permit (Temporary and Permanent)
Temporary and permanent options for foreign nationals settling in Kyrgyzstan, giving those making the country their home the legal status to live there beyond a short visit.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Kyrgyzstan government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Temporary / permanent residence permit (immigrant status)
- Route type
- Residence permit
- Temporary validity
- 1 year, extendable up to 5 years total
- Permanent validity
- 5 years (not beyond passport validity); full passport validity from age 45
- Temporary review time
- Within about 1 month
- Permanent review time
- Within 1 year of filing
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals and stateless persons settling in Kyrgyzstan
- Those with a qualifying ground: work, study, investment or family
- Citizens of former Soviet republics with a visa-free regime
Requirements
- A recognised ground for residence
- Valid passport
- Application to the local Department of Registration of Population
What you can do
- Reside in Kyrgyzstan for the permit's validity
- Progress from temporary to permanent residence
- Build the residence period counting toward citizenship
How to apply
- Establish a qualifying ground for residence
- Apply at the local Department of Registration of Population (State Registration Service)
- Provide supporting documents and passport
- Await review (about 1 month for temporary; up to 1 year for permanent)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.