Baraka goes beyond a social card: one card for payments, documents, transport and state benefits

Baraka goes beyond a social card: one card for payments, documents, transport and state benefits

 

Baraka has introduced an updated card and app that bring together state benefits, everyday payments, digital documents and transport features. Issued jointly with Aloqabank and Xalq Bank, the card works as a full Visa card and can be used in Uzbekistan and abroad.

Baraka was created as a single point of access to state social support, where people can receive the payments they are entitled to and apply for and manage social services. Today, the service offers far more than benefits. The Visa card from Aloqabank and Xalq Bank can be used for everyday purchases and online payments, while staying directly connected to government systems. With the Baraka card and app, users can receive state payments, pay for public transport and confirm their identity without carrying several documents.

One card, several roles

The Baraka card combines four key functions, serving as a bank card, social card, transport card and ID card.

The app also handles everyday financial operations, including card-to-card (P2P) transfers, utility payments and card top-ups. Baraka can be topped up directly from any Uzcard or Humo card through the app.

Baraka also stores digital documents that are legally valid and officially recognised in Uzbekistan. In total, 19 digital documents are available in the app, including identity documents, a driving licence, certificates, education documents, a student ID and more. The card can also replace a student ID, a disability certificate and a student passport, and can confirm the social status of schoolchildren and war veterans.

Baraka on the global Visa network

The Baraka card meets Visa security standards and is accepted in Uzbekistan and in more than 200 countries worldwide, at POS terminals, at ATMs and online. Payments via Xolis QR and UzQR are available, and integration with Tez QR, Rahmat QR and ATTO QR is planned.

ATTO transport card

The physical Baraka card can be used as a full ATTO card to pay for public transport. It supports all four types of ATTO fares:

  • Transfer fare: a discount on additional trips within one hour.
  • Monthly fare: limited and unlimited passes for a set period.
  • Concession fare: a 50% discount for university students, school pupils, pensioners and other eligible groups.
  • Free travel for eight eligible groups defined by law.

For now, fare payments and concession fares only work with the physical Baraka card. Payment via ATTO QR will be added to the app later.

A card for state benefits and everyday spending

The app lets users apply for, track and manage more than 60 state social payments and services. There is no need to queue, collect extra paperwork or confirm one’s status several times.

Benefits, stipends, sick pay and maternity payments are transferred straight to the card. Users can check the status of their payments and see when they arrive in the Baraka app. Social funds on the card are protected by law: banks are prohibited from automatically deducting social payments to repay loan debt. This keeps state support separate from the user’s other financial obligations.

Student life made easier with Baraka

The card brings together several familiar tools: a bank card, a student ID, documents and transport features. Stipends can be paid directly to the card, and the student ID and transport pass are available in digital form in the app.

Thanks to Visa integration, the card can easily be used to pay for international online services and subscriptions, which are especially useful for studying and everyday student life. Baraka also offers card-to-card transfers and utility payments, so students don’t need several different services for everyday finances.

How to get a Baraka card

The virtual Baraka card is free and available to all users. A physical card costs 40,000 soum. To get one, register in the Baraka app, enter the required details and submit a request. Physical cards are issued through Aloqabank and Xalq Bank, and the finished card can be collected at the selected bank branch.

Download the app for Android and iOS .

 

Baraka Card for Students: What You Need to Know

Baraka Card for Students: What You Need to Know

The scholarships of students admitted to the first year in the 2026/2027 academic year will be paid via the Baraka card.

So how do students get a Baraka card, and how are scholarships transferred to it? You can learn about the process in detail below.

1. Getting the card and receiving scholarship payments

The procedure for obtaining a Baraka card differs depending on the student’s year of study:

For first-year students. The scholarships of students admitted to the first year in the current academic year are paid via the Baraka card. These cards are issued for students by Aloqabank, prepared through cooperation between the higher education institution and the bank, and handed over to students.

For senior students. Senior students can order a Baraka card on their own through the Baraka app. If your scholarship is currently paid to a different bank card, once you receive your new Baraka card, subsequent payments will automatically start going to the new card.

Important note. This new procedure does not apply to senior students of all higher education institutions at the same time. State higher education institutions are transitioning to the Baraka system in stages. Currently, about 500,000 students are using the Baraka card.

2. Card cost and payment terms

 

Free of charge. If you are a student at a state higher education institution, the Baraka card is provided to you free of charge.

When is a fee charged? Students will need to pay for the card in the following two cases:

  • When the card is lost and a replacement is ordered;
  • When the card becomes unusable or is physically damaged.

3. What happens if the card is not ready on time?

If the Baraka card is not ready by the set deadline, the student’s scholarship will not be delayed. The payment will be credited to the bank card the student used before.

With the Baraka card, students can transfer money abroad and use foreign payment systems.

All ATTO Tariffs and Packages Are Now Available on Baraka Cards!

All ATTO Tariffs and Packages Are Now Available on Baraka Cards!

Holders of the Baraka social card can now enjoy full access to all ATTO tariffs, discounts, and tariff packages without any restrictions when paying for public transport fares.

What Features Does the Baraka Card Offer?

When you pay for transit using your Baraka card, all benefits applicable to standard ATTO cards are automatically applied:

  • All Package Types (Daily, Monthly, Annual):
    You can purchase time-based packages just like in the ATTO system. Pay a fixed amount once and enjoy unlimited public transport rides for the chosen duration.
  • Discounted Tariffs:
    Special tariff plans designed for students, pensioners, and other privileged categories fully apply to Baraka cards as well.
  • Discounted Transfer Rates:
    If you transfer to another vehicle within 1 hour after paying your fare, discounted transfer rates remain active just like with ATTO.
  • For Free-Ride Category Holders:
    If you have the right to free public transit under applicable legislation, simply tap your Baraka card on the terminal.The system automatically identifies your status and will not deduct any funds from your card.

Where Can You Purchase Tariff Packages?

You can activate the required tariff plans on your Baraka card through the following channels:

  1. Via the ATTO mobile app;
  2. At Uzpost (Uzbekistan Post) branches;
  3. At self-service terminals located in metro stations.

Upcoming Feature

Coming soon, the ATTO QR code feature will be integrated directly into the Baraka mobile app. This will allow you to pay for public transport hassle-free—even without a physical card—right from your smartphone.

Take advantage of these benefits today: Download the Baraka mobile app and order your Baraka card!

New Rates Set for Card-to-Card Transfers in the Baraka App

New Rates Set for Card-to-Card Transfers in the Baraka App

New rates for card-to-card (P2P) transfers have come into effect in the Baraka mobile app. The updated system allows app users to make transfers commission-free or at reduced rates.

Transfer directions and current commission rates:

  • From a Baraka card to a Baraka card: 0% (commission-free)
  • From a Baraka card to Uzcard or Humo cards: 0.7%
  • From Uzcard or Humo cards to Baraka, Uzcard, or Humo cards: 0.9%

Through the Baraka app, money can be transferred between Uzcard, Humo, and Baraka payment cards in several directions.

Only transfers between Baraka cards issued by different issuing banks are currently unavailable:

  • Baraka (Xalq Bank) → Baraka (Aloqabank)
  • Baraka (Aloqabank) → Baraka (Xalq Bank)

Technical work on this interbank transfer feature is underway, and it will be activated in the app soon. Meanwhile, transfers between Baraka cards issued by the same bank continue to work seamlessly with 0% commission.

  1. Download the Baraka app to your mobile device or update your current version.
  2. Go to the “Transfers” section of the app and enter the sender and recipient card details.
  3. Enter the amount and confirm the transaction. The commission amount is displayed on the screen before the transfer is confirmed.

“Baraka” Social Card Project Showcased at International Summit

“Baraka” Social Card Project Showcased at International Summit

On October 21–22, the city of Samarkand hosted a prestigious international summit titled “Investing in Child Well-being,” attended by representatives of more than 100 countries. At this forum, dedicated to discussing the solutions needed for children to grow up healthy, safe, and in decent conditions, the “Baraka” social card project presented its capabilities to the international community.

At a special exhibition organized as part of the event, the “Baraka” project stand attracted particular attention from local and foreign participants, as well as high-ranking guests.

The “Baraka” stand was visited by First Lady of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Chair of the Board of Trustees of the “Zamin” International Public Foundation Ziroat Mirziyoyeva; First Deputy Director of the National Agency for Social Protection under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shahnoza Mirziyoyeva; First Lady of the Republic of Türkiye Emine Erdoğan; and other distinguished guests.

High-level guests and representatives of international organizations became closely acquainted with the capabilities of the “Baraka” social card and shared their sincere and warm impressions of this innovative project.

Project Office Director Rustamkhon Azizov gave the guests a presentation, demonstrating the goals and features of the mobile app and the social card. In particular, he provided detailed information on how all social payments and benefits are linked to a single card, the ability to apply online for more than 80 public services through the app, and other key advantages.

Baraka App Update: Dual-Mode Home Screen and Special Accessibility Settings

Baraka App Update: Dual-Mode Home Screen and Special Accessibility Settings


10.2026, Samarkand, Uzbekistan — Baraka has presented an updated version of its mobile application: starting November 10, users will have access to dedicated “Finance” and “Social” sections, along with a specialized mode designed for visually impaired users.

These innovations were showcased at the World Summit on “Investing in Child Wellbeing”, held on October 21–22 in Samarkand. Foreign First Ladies, government ministers, and international experts visited the Baraka exhibition stand to explore the new features.

New interface for daily tasks

Starting November 10, the Baraka mobile app will feature a newly redesigned home screen. Instead of a single unified feed, the interface will be divided into two distinct modes:

  • Finance: Brings together the user’s balance, card list, transaction history, and quick-access buttons for core financial services (payments, transfers, and QR code payments).
  • Social Services: Houses information on payments and benefits, as well as features for submitting applications and tracking their status.

This separation eliminates the need for users to manually search through long lists for required functions.

Additionally, a “Visually Impaired Mode” will be introduced under the “Accessibility Settings” section. This feature enables users to adjust text size, contrast, and switch between light and dark themes with a real-time preview window. The new options will help individuals with visual impairments navigate the Baraka app with greater confidence and independence.


“It is essential for us that digital services empower people—regardless of age, health status, or life circumstances—to manage daily tasks independently and access vital services. Accessibility features are not merely an added functionality; they represent our commitment to making the Baraka project useful for everyone and reducing barriers to accessing public services,” emphasized Rustamkhon Azizov, Head of the Baraka Project Office.

 

Servis ko‘lami haqida

Today, over 1.8 million people use the Baraka card, with more than 500,000 users receiving their monthly social benefit payments on it. Through the app, users can apply for over 80 types of social assistance and digitally issue 19 types of official documents. The card itself replaces 5 official IDs (including pension and student IDs).

The card is issued on the Visa payment system network in partnership with Aloqabank and Xalq Banki. It is provided free of charge for 16 social categories of citizens

Loyiha haqida batafsil: https://baraka.gov.uz/


 

Baraka App Update: Virtual Card and 6 New Social Services!

Baraka App Update: Virtual Card and 6 New Social Services!

The Baraka app continues to enhance user convenience and expand the scope of digital social services. The latest update introduces features designed to streamline financial transactions, alongside a range of important new social service capabilities for users.

Explore the key highlights and benefits added in this release.

 Financial and Registration Convenience for Xalq Bank Users

In this update, accessing banking services has been made even faster and more convenient:

Instant Virtual Card Issuance. Users who select Xalq Bank can now open a virtual card directly within the app before ordering a physical card. This feature allows immediate app usability. Previously, this functionality was available only when opening a card through Aloqabank.

Quick Phone Number Updates. Users can now change and update their Xalq Bank phone number directly during the registration process.

 6 New Social Payments and Assistance Services

Accessing social support system services via the Baraka app has become even easier. You can now apply for the following 6 new social payments and assistance programs directly in the app:

  1. Application for a sports voucher for persons with disabilities (free training sessions)
  2. Application for employment support and subsidies for organizations employing persons with disabilities (Groups 1 and 2)
  3. Application for workplace adaptation subsidies for organizations employing persons with disabilities (Groups 1 and 2)
  4. Application for vehicle modification compensation for persons with Group 1 disabilities
  5. Application for permits for adult day care service organizations
  6. Application for permits for child day care service organizations

To take full advantage of all the latest features and conveniences, update your Baraka app to the latest version via the Play Market or App Store.

Use your sports passport through the “Baraka” app!

Use your sports passport through the “Baraka” app!

Now, the digital version of the sports passport—an essential official document for athletes—is available in the “Baraka” app!

You no longer need to worry about carrying physical documents around or losing them. Everything has now been integrated into the “Baraka” app.

How to find the sports passport in the “Baraka” app?

Using the app is very simple and convenient. It takes just 2 steps to activate the digital version:

  • Go to the “My Social ID”
  • Download and use the electronic version of your sports passport from the “My Documents”

What is a sports passport and why is it needed?

A sports passport is an official digital document for every professional or amateur athlete. It contains and confirms the following important information:

  • Your affiliation with a sports institution;
  • The sport you practice;
  • Your sports qualifications (categories, titles, and achieved results).

This document has a validity period of 5 years and serves as an essential tool in the following necessary procedures:

  • When transferring from one physical culture and sports organization to another;
  • Official registration for participation in various sports competitions;
  • During necessary medical examinations;
  • Confirming the fulfillment of standards and requirements needed to obtain sports titles and categories;
  • In other cases established by legislative acts.

How to get a sports passport?

If you do not have a sports passport yet, you can obtain it through one of the following two convenient methods:

  • By applying directly through Public Services Centers (DXM);
  • Online from the comfort of your home via the My.gov.uz portal.

Once you receive your passport, you can immediately link its digital version to the “Baraka” app and start enjoying all its benefits.

Manage your sports achievements and activities even more easily! Open the “Baraka” app right now and check the digital version of your sports passport.

[Click here to download the app]

New legislation: How are maternity and sick leave benefits now paid?

A new procedure for assigning and paying maternity and sick leave benefits has been introduced in Uzbekistan. Payments will now be made via the “Baraka” social card.

Kun.uz explains the main changes in the new system, the conditions for receiving benefits, and the payment mechanism.

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ATTO tariffs are now on the Baraka card!

Pay for public transport using your Baraka card and enjoy the exact same transfer discounts as ATTO within 1 hour.

When you pay for public transport with a Baraka card, you can now benefit from the same time-based tariff discounts as ATTO for any subsequent trips made within 1 hour.

For example, on Tashkent city buses within a 1-hour window:

  • 1st trip: 1,700 UZS

  • 2nd trip: 700 UZS

  • 3rd trip: FREE

  • 4th trip: FREE

    Note: Fares differ for the metro and across various regions. You can find the full pricing on the dedicated page.

    Here is another update for you: previously, certain categories of citizens with special privileges received a social transport card to use city public transport for free. From now on, these citizens will use the Baraka card instead of that special transport card.

    When you tap your Baraka card on ATTO terminals in public transport, the system automatically detects that you belong to an eligible category and will not deduct any funds for the fare.

    The Baraka card serves as an official document proving your status as a privileged passenger when using public transport.

    Passengers in this category simply need to tap their Baraka card on the ATTO terminal on a bus or in the metro. The system automatically identifies the passenger’s eligibility, and no money is charged from the card.

    • Military personnel who are veterans of the 1941–1945 war;

    • Disabled veterans of the 1941–1945 war and persons equated to them;

    • Persons awarded orders and medals for their selfless labor and flawless military service on the home front during the 1941–1945 war;

    • Citizens from among the former internationalist warriors who participated in combat operations in the Republic of Afghanistan and other countries;

    • Persons suffering from or who have suffered radiation sickness caused by the Chernobyl NPP disaster;

    • Visually impaired persons with disabilities and Group I persons with disabilities, as well as one person accompanying them;

    • Elderly persons and persons with disabilities requiring outside care, as well as the person accompanying them;

    • Persons awarded the breast badge “Honored Donor of the Republic of Uzbekistan” (O‘zbekiston Respublikasi faxriy donori).


      Why is it convenient to use the Baraka card specifically for public transport?

      • Peace of Mind: You won’t have to panic when boarding a bus wondering, “Is there money on my card?” Simply open the Baraka mobile app, easily check your balance, and continue your journey without any stress.

      • Multifunctionality: A single card acts as your public transport pass, your official ID, and a secure digital wallet that holds both your social benefits and personal funds!

      Don’t delay replacing your old social transport card with the new Baraka Social Card. Download the Baraka mobile app, keep track of your balance, and make the most of modern, cost-effective, and free public transport rides today!