Plans to provide subsidies for electric vehicle charging costs are being developed
Uzbekistan is planning to subsidize electric vehicle (EV) charging costs to encourage the use of electric cars. Starting May 1, 2026, the government will cover part of the charging expenses if the price exceeds 300 soums per kilowatt-hour, with the subsidies expected to last until the end of 2030. Payments will be directly transferred to citizens' bank cards and will not be considered taxable income, while a new digital platform called "EV-Power" will be launched to streamline the process and ensure transparency. This initiative aims to increase the number of electric vehicles and promote environmentally friendly transportation in the country.
An important initiative has been put forward in Uzbekistan to further encourage the use of electric vehicles. A draft document proposing that the state cover a portion of electric vehicle charging costs starting May 1, 2026, has been submitted for public discussion.
According to the proposed new procedure, if the price of 1 kWh of electricity at charging stations exceeds 300 soums, the portion exceeding this threshold will be covered by the state budget. This benefit is planned to remain in effect until the end of 2030 and is expected to provide significant relief for electric vehicle owners.
Subsidies will be transferred directly to citizens' bank cards and will not be considered income. Payments will be made monthly, and it will be possible to track and receive them through the "Soliq" mobile application.
At the same time, data from charging stations will be integrated with the tax system. This will allow for the automatic calculation of electricity consumption for each user, ensuring transparency and convenience.
Another significant development is the planned launch of a digital platform called "EV-Power" during 2026. It will initially be introduced on a trial basis in Tashkent, and subsequently implemented across the entire country in stages.
Starting in 2027, all subsidies are intended to be provided exclusively through this platform. Through this system, all calculations will be automated, ensuring the process is more efficient and transparent.
In short, this initiative is expected to be an important step not only in increasing the number of electric vehicles but also in popularizing eco-friendly transport.
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