How to Hire Foreign Workers in Kyrgyzstan
Complete Employer Guide (2025) — Single Permit, Quotas, Documents
5-7 days
Permit review (after labor market test)
~$115-175
Cost per worker
25,000
2025 Quota
2025 Quota Allocation
Total quota: 25,000 workers
Step-by-Step Process
Employer Registration
Create account on evisa.e-gov.kg portal
Quota Application
Obtain permission within annual quota
Single Permit Application
Online application via "Single Window" portal
Document Upload
Passport, qualifications, medical, police clearance
Review & Approval
5-7 business days
Visa Issuance
Work visa (W1/W2) via embassy
Arrival & Registration
Register within 5 days of entry
Begin Work
Employment contract, briefing, start on site
Required Documents
Employer Documents
- Single permit application
- Company state registration
- Employment contract (draft)
- Labor market test confirmation
- Financial statements
Worker Documents
- Valid passport (6+ months)
- Photos 3.5×4.5 cm
- Qualification documents (apostilled)
- Medical certificate
- Police clearance certificate
- Resume/CV
Cost Breakdown
| Cost Item | Amount (KGS) | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Employer Recruitment Permit | 4,000 | ~$46 |
| Worker Work Permit | 2,000 | ~$23 |
| Guarantee Deposit | Varies | Varies |
| Medical Examination | ~2,000-5,000 | ~$23-58 |
| Document Legalization | Varies | ~$50-200 |
Total: ~10,000-15,000 KGS (~$115-175)
Government fees shown. Additional costs: translation, notarization, travel, accommodation. IMP includes document processing in its services.
Frequently Asked Questions
IMP Coordinates the Entire Process
We guide you through every step: recruitment, training, worker-side documentation, and coordination with authorities. You file the applications — we provide full support.