In the nine months of 2025, the status of "kairylman" was granted to 711 ethnic Kyrgyz, according to information provided by the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Since gaining independence, Kyrgyzstan has accepted more than 70,000 ethnic Kyrgyz, of whom about 65,000 have already received citizenship.
The process of granting the status of "kairylman" is carried out by a special interdepartmental commission, which includes representatives from various state structures, including the State Committee for National Security, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and the Ministry of Labor. Applications are reviewed within three months.
During the specified period, the status of "kairylman" was granted to ethnic Kyrgyz from the following countries:
The Republic of Uzbekistan — 54 people;
The Republic of Tajikistan — 629 people;
The People's Republic of China — 12 people;
The Russian Federation — 7 people;
Afghanistan — 8 people;
Other countries — 1 person.
The "kairylman" certificate is issued for a period of three years, during which its holders must apply for citizenship of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Individuals with the status of "kairylman" can expect social benefits, medical assistance, education, and employment in Kyrgyzstan.
