Uzbekistan eliminates ID card and labor book hurdles for hiring
Lawmakers in Uzbekistan have recently made significant changes to the employment process, reducing the number of documents required for hiring. With the passing of a new law, titled “On Amendments and Additions to the Labor Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan,” employers no longer need to collect passport, labor book, and pension certificate information from candidates.
This new legislation allows government agencies and organizations to access essential candidate information online through interdepartmental integration platforms of information systems. This means that citizens are no longer required to provide physical copies of these documents during the hiring process.
In addition to the elimination of certain document requirements, the updated Labor Code now outlines the procedure for creating electronic labor contracts within the “Unified National Labor System.” This system serves as a cross-departmental software and hardware platform, streamlining the process of employment agreements.
Overall, these changes aim to simplify and modernize the hiring process in Uzbekistan, making it more efficient for both employers and job seekers. This update aligns with the country’s efforts to improve its labor laws and bring them in line with international standards.
