The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers concerning changes to the tax legislation in the area of excise duties.
According to information from the department, this draft proposes a phased increase in excise tax rates on various alcoholic beverages from 2026 to 2029. It is also planned to abolish the exemption from excise tax for sugary children's drinks, which implies the introduction of labeling.
Projected changes in excise rates:
For alcoholic beverages such as vodka, liqueur, and fortified drinks: the rate will increase from 160 soms per liter in 2025 to 200 soms in 2026 (an increase of 40 soms). In the following years, an annual increase of 20 soms is planned, leading to a rate of 260 soms by 2029.
Wine: the excise will increase from 20 soms per liter in 2025 to 25 soms in 2026 (by 5 soms), with a subsequent increase of 5 soms annually, reaching 40 soms per liter by 2029.
Sparkling wines, including carbonated wines and champagne: the excise rate will rise from 45 soms per liter in 2025 to 50 soms in 2026, with further increases of 5 soms until 2028 (60 soms), and up to 70 soms in 2029.
Cognac (excluding cognac spirit): the excise price will increase from 100 soms per liter in 2025 to 140 soms in 2026 (an increase of 20 soms), and will continue to rise each year, reaching 200 soms by 2029.
Beer: the excise will rise from 17 soms per liter in 2025 to 20 soms in 2026, 25 soms in 2027, and 30 soms in 2028.
The aim of these changes is to reduce the consumption of harmful products, align Kyrgyzstan's tax policy with international standards, and increase government budget revenues.
The draft resolution was published on the Unified Public Discussion Portal on August 5, 2025: https://koomtalkuu.gov.kg/ru/view-npa/5113
