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Kyrgyzstan

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Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan delivers high quality of life at 27% of global living costs — mountains for your doorstep, steppes for your soul, and room to breathe.

CLIMATE
27°C avg · 3000h sun/yr
CURRENCY
KGS
LANGUAGE
Kyrgyz
SAFETY
Moderate
#1 globally · Safety index 51/100
COST OF LIVING
Low cost
Cost index 27/100
TIME ZONE
GMT+6
UTC+6

What it's like to live in Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan is a landlocked country located in Central Asia, characterized by its dramatic mountainous terrain and rich nomadic heritage. Situated within the Tian Shan mountain range, the nation is often referred to as the "Switzerland of Central Asia...


Cost of living
vs EU Average42% lower than EU average
1-bed apartment, city
KGS47,500Apartment (1 bedroom) in City…
Dinner for two
KGS620Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Monthly groceries
KGS85.00Milk (regular), (1 liter)
Public transit (month)
KGS21.00One-way Ticket (Local Transpo…
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Healthcare

  • Kyrgyzstan operates a mixed public and private healthcare system, with public facilities often facing challenges in funding and modern equipment.
  • Expats are generally not eligible for the public health insurance system (MHIF) and are strongly advised to secure comprehensive international health insurance.
  • As of April 2026, foreign citizens and stateless persons residing in Kyrgyzstan are required to purchase a compulsory medical insurance policy.
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Entry Requirements & Visa Options

Kyrgyzstan offers a generous visa-free entry policy for citizens of approximately 89 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and all EU/Schengen nations. US, UK, and Canadian citizens can enter Kyrgyzstan without a visa for up to 60 days within a 120-day period—meaning travelers can stay 60 days, depart, and return after 60 days outside the country. EU and Schengen citizens enjoy the same 60-day visa-free allowance. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the...

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Data Source: Safety, crime, and quality metrics are sourced from Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database of reported data.

All scores are relative comparisons on a 0-100 scale, where 50 = global average. Higher scores mean better than average, lower scores mean worse than average.