Domestic and foreign airlines establishing new routes to Uzbekistan will receive state budget allocations to cover part of their operational expenses. Specifically, the government will award a subsidy of $100 for each foreign tourist brought into the country.
Local tour operators are also set to benefit from the new regulations. Companies registered as residents in Uzbekistan will receive a $5,000 subsidy for every 1,000 foreign tourists they bring from target countries. In addition, tour operators and hospitality businesses will receive a 50% value-added tax (VAT) refund distributed as cashback.
As part of its digital marketing drive, the government will offer fully funded, seven-day travel packages to 50 prominent international bloggers and social media influencers, targeting individuals who command a following of over 5 million subscribers each. Furthermore, the state will cover promotion and advertising costs aimed at showcasing travel destinations across Uzbekistan on major global online travel platforms.
