What is a Social Card?

In Uzbekistan, the “Social Card” system is being introduced under the National Agency for Social Protection (IHMA).

This system is designed to make access to government social protection services easier and more convenient. All relevant documents are consolidated into a single digital platform, reducing paperwork and eliminating long queues.

But what does this mean in practice? What is a social card, and how can it improve your daily life or provide additional benefits?

What is the Baraka Social Card?

The Social Card is a multifunctional card that serves as:

• A bank card
• A personal identification document
• A transport card
• A disability status confirmation document
• A student ID (where applicable)

You can carry it with you like a passport or ID card, while also using it for payments.

In addition, the card indicates whether the holder belongs to one or more categories of socially vulnerable groups eligible for state support.

In Uzbekistan, this unified social card is issued under the name Baraka Card.

The Baraka Card is integrated with the Baraka mobile application, which is used to manage the card and its services.

What Benefits Does It Provide?

Through the Baraka Social Card, citizens can access various government services and benefits, including:

• Discounted public transportation fares
• Financial support for medical services, medicines, and prosthetic orthopedic devices
• Automatic transfer of social assistance, subsidies, and other payments to the card account
• Quick processing of benefits via POS terminals or digital systems during transactions

About the Baraka Mobile Application

Through the Baraka mobile app, users can:

• Make various payments
• Check and use their social benefits
• Access multiple government services

The app also includes a Digital Documents section, where 17 types of personal documents are stored electronically — from identification documents to certificates and educational diplomas.

Who Can Receive the Baraka Social Card Free of Charge?

The standard cost of the card is 40,000 UZS.

However, the card can be issued free of charge if the applicant belongs to one of 15 legally approved social categories defined by legislation.

In other cases, the card can be obtained after paying the fee established by the issuing bank.

You can view the full list of categories eligible for free issuance here.

How to Apply for the Baraka Card

The easiest and fastest way to apply is through the Baraka mobile application:

1. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
2. Follow the step-by-step instructions.
3. Enter your personal identification details.
4. Submit your application.

Alternatively, you may apply through:

• “Inson” Social Services Centers
• Xalq Bank
• Aloqabank

Once the application is approved, the card can be collected from Xalq Bank or Aloqabank.

The card can be used both in physical and digital formats.
For persons with limited mobility, home delivery is available.

Contact Information

For questions regarding the issuance and use of the Social Card, you may contact the IHMA hotline at 1070.

Security and Transparency

The Baraka system prioritizes user security.

• Government authorities monitor card usage in real time.
• Citizens can access services and receive funds remotely.
• Each card is protected by a unique identification number.
• Only registered services and benefits are accessible through the card.
• Personal data security and confidentiality are ensured.

In Summary

The Social Card is a unified digital tool that consolidates all your social benefits, allowing you to manage them electronically and access services remotely or through terminals.

Important: The Baraka system is available to citizens of Uzbekistan, foreign residents, and stateless persons. All processes are supervised by IHMA to ensure transparency and reliability.