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General information
Kyrgyzstan's IT sector is growing at over 30% annually, making it one of the most dynamic in Central Asia. The country operates a High Technology Park (HTP), whose residents are fully exempt from profit tax, sales tax and VAT.
Over 120 IT companies are registered as HTP residents, including outsourcing centres, fintech startups and AI companies. IT services exports exceed $100 million annually.
Bishkek is rapidly developing as a regional IT hub: high internet availability, English-speaking developers, competitive salaries ($800–2,500/month) and a growing startup ecosystem.
Why invest in this sector
0% taxes at HTP
HTP residents are exempt from profit tax, sales tax and VAT (Art. 432 of the Tax Code of KR).
Young talent pool
30+ universities producing IT graduates. Median age: 26. High proficiency in Russian and English.
Low operational costs
Office rent in Bishkek from $5/m², developer salary from $800/month, electricity at $0.02/kWh.
Export orientation
Over 80% of IT services are exported to CIS, EU and US markets. Simplified currency controls for IT companies.
Legislative support
Law on High Technology Park (2011)
Full exemption of HTP residents from profit tax, VAT and sales tax. Simplified visa regime for foreign specialists.
Tax Code of KR — Art. 432
Special tax regime: HTP residents pay only 1% of revenue instead of all major taxes.
Law on Electronic Commerce (2021)
Legal framework for electronic transactions, digital signatures and consumer data protection.
Digital Kyrgyzstan programme (2019–2023)
Development of e-government, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity and digital skills for the population.
Key projects and opportunities
Software development centres
Opening outsourcing and outstaffing IT centres. Competitive salaries and tax incentives.
Fintech and digital payments
Growing mobile payments and digital banking market. Cashless transactions growing at 40% annually.
Data centres
Cheap electricity ($0.02/kWh) and cool climate — ideal conditions for hosting data centres.
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Kyrgyz Republic, Bishkek, Razzakova 8/1
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+996 (312) 62 38 44Working hours
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