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Mining
General information
Kyrgyzstan possesses vast mineral resources: over 2,000 explored deposits including gold, antimony, mercury, tin, tungsten, rare earth elements, coal and non-metallic materials. The mining industry accounts for approximately 10% of the country's GDP.
The country ranks 3rd in the CIS by gold reserves. The largest deposit — Kumtor — is one of the world's top 10 gold mines. Beyond gold, there is growing interest in antimony (7% of global reserves), tin and rare earth elements.
The new Law on Subsoil Resources (2012, amended 2023) simplified the licensing process, introduced electronic auctions and enhanced sector transparency.
Why invest in this sector
Diverse resources
Over 2,000 deposits: gold, antimony, rare earth elements, coal, tin, tungsten, construction materials.
Simplified licensing
Electronic auctions for subsoil use rights; exploration licences issued within 30 business days.
Geological data
Extensive geological survey database from the Soviet era and modern studies — over 200,000 reports.
Competitive royalty rates
Royalties for strategic minerals: 1–5%. Fixed rates for common minerals under the Tax Code.
Legislative support
Law on Subsoil Resources (2012, amended 2023)
Regulates subsoil use rights, electronic auctions, reclamation obligations and environmental requirements.
Tax Code — subsoil users chapter
10% profit tax, 1–5% royalty depending on mineral type. Discovery bonus: up to 0.1% of reserves value.
Law on Investments in KR
Equal conditions for domestic and foreign investors, protection from expropriation, profit repatriation rights.
Stabilisation clauses
Investment agreements may include stabilisation clauses fixing the tax regime for up to 10 years.
Key projects and opportunities
Gold deposits
Over 30 licensed areas ready for exploration in Jalal-Abad, Naryn and Issyk-Kul regions.
Rare earth elements
Kutessay-II and other deposits contain significant REE reserves — a strategic resource for high technology.
Construction materials
Growing demand for cement, granite, marble — over 150 undeveloped non-metallic mineral deposits.
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Kyrgyz Republic, Bishkek, Razzakova 8/1
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+996 (312) 62 38 44Working hours
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