Regulatory and Compliance Lawyers in Uzbekistan

Regulatory compliance in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan's legal environment has changed rapidly over recent years. New laws and government resolutions are adopted frequently, regulatory procedures are being digitalised and state bodies are increasingly focused on areas such as data protection, competition and the integrity of public procurement. For businesses, this brings a more predictable framework in many areas, but also a continuing need to monitor changes and adjust internal processes accordingly.

LEXGLOBAL is a law firm in Uzbekistan registered with the Ministry of Justice in 2024. Our regulatory and compliance practice helps local and international companies identify the rules that apply to their activities, comply with them efficiently and respond appropriately when regulators raise questions. Our lawyers have long-term experience with international companies and cross-border projects in Uzbekistan and Central Asia, including in telecommunications, energy, infrastructure and engineering.

What the practice covers

Regulatory analysis

Before launching a new product, service or business model, companies need to know whether it is regulated, which authorities are responsible and what approvals or notifications are required. We prepare regulatory analyses that answer these questions concisely and set out the practical steps needed to operate lawfully. This work often forms part of market entry planning together with our corporate and licensing practices.

Personal data protection

The Law "On Personal Data" (2019) sets requirements for the collection, processing, storage and cross-border transfer of personal data, including requirements on where data of Uzbek citizens is stored. We advise on the application of these rules to customer, employee and supplier data, prepare privacy policies, consents and internal regulations, and help structure data flows between Uzbek entities and their foreign group companies.

Anti-corruption compliance

International companies operating in Uzbekistan are typically subject both to Uzbek anti-corruption legislation and to the requirements of their home jurisdictions. We help design and implement anti-corruption policies, gifts and hospitality rules, third-party due diligence procedures and contractual compliance clauses that reflect local realities, particularly in dealings with state bodies and state-owned enterprises.

Inspections and dealings with authorities

We prepare companies for inspections, advise on the rights and obligations of the business during an inspection and assist in responding to requests, findings and orders of state authorities. Where necessary, we prepare objections and appeals through administrative and judicial procedures.

Compliance programmes

We help build compliance frameworks proportionate to the size and risk profile of the company: risk assessments, policies, approval procedures, training for management and staff, and periodic reviews. Our aim is a programme that works in practice, not a set of documents that sits unused.

Typical matters

• Assessing whether a new digital service requires registration or approval
• Bringing customer databases and HR records into line with personal data requirements
• Adapting a group anti-corruption policy for the Uzbek subsidiary
• Conducting due diligence on local agents, distributors and subcontractors
• Supporting a company during an inspection and responding to its findings
• Monitoring legislative changes relevant to a specific sector and reporting to management

Support for foreign companies

Head offices of international groups often need a reliable view of the local regulatory position for reporting to boards, auditors and lenders. We provide concise memoranda and regular updates in English, Russian or Uzbek, explaining not only what the law says, but how it is applied in practice. As a lawyer in Tashkent working with international clients, we understand both the expectations of global compliance functions and the realities of doing business locally.

How we work

Our approach is practical and solution-oriented. We prioritise the risks that are material for your business, explain them clearly and propose workable steps. For clients who need continuous support, we offer ongoing regulatory monitoring and a single point of contact for compliance questions, so that the company has a long-term legal partner familiar with its operations.