The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced a temporary suspension of raids and control purchases aimed at checking compliance with tax legislation in the area of payment equipment usage. This concerns tools such as POS terminals, electronic wallets, and QR codes used in the operations of small and medium-sized businesses. This information was announced by the agency's press service.
The suspension also affects mandatory requirements for the use of special bank accounts when conducting business activities using electronic wallets and QR codes.
The decision will be in effect until December 31, 2026, and applies to taxpayers operating under the following regimes:
- under the simplified taxation system with a single rate of 0 and 0.5 percent;
- on the basis of a patent;
- with tax payments in trade zones with a special regime;
However, this moratorium will not apply to those who:
- conduct activities without registration with tax authorities or without paying tax under a patent;
- have been the subject of complaints from individuals or legal entities, as well as resolutions from investigative bodies;
- have evidence of tax evasion, including concerning hired employees;
- are involved in the turnover of excise goods — in terms of checking the presence of excise stamps.
The State Tax Service also intends to continue its explanatory work with entrepreneurs regarding compliance with tax legislation in the area of payment equipment usage, including POS terminals, electronic wallets, and QR codes.
