Regulatory engagement for a telecom operator in UZ

What we know about the regulator in UZ telecom

The regulator in UZ — Ministry of Digital Technologies, CBU (for fintech functions), OMS (identity), special services (security). Each has its own jurisdiction and processes.

Most innovation initiatives are blocked by regulatory clarity, not technology. Without a proper engagement plan — delays of months.

Our expertise:

Process knowledge. Tariff change notifications, licence modifications, new service approvals — sequence, timeline, common rejection reasons.

KYC framework. Which customer categories require which KYC level, video KYC conditions, biometric retention requirements.

eSIM regulatory map. What is allowed, what is in process, what conditions for launch.

Fintech licensing. EMI, microfinance, partner banking — paths and requirements.

Data protection (law 547). Cross-border restrictions, consent requirements, breach notification.

Roaming wholesale. Regulation of international interconnect rates, MNP rules.

Where we help

Regulatory Mapping — for a specific initiative — which approvals are needed, in what sequence, timeline. 2-3 weeks.

Engagement Strategy — who to talk to, in what order, with what messaging.

Pre-application Preparation — material that accelerates review.

Ongoing Liaison — embed into quarterly regulatory dialogue.

What we bring

Know-how on specific processes and key contacts.

Experience of successful approvals in complex categories.

Understanding of regulator priorities — what matters to them now.

Independence — we advise, we do not lobby.

Related

• /en/insights/telecom-regulator-roadmap-uz/ — regulator roadmap
• /en/insights/telecom-data-protection/ — data protection
• /en/decisions/telecom-esim-rollout-pace/ — eSIM decision
• /en/decisions/telecom-fintech-inhouse-vs-partner/ — fintech decision