Yes, the state service for establishing guardianship or sponsorship is provided completely free of charge (Clause 85 of the Resolution).
Yes, the state service for establishing guardianship or sponsorship is provided completely free of charge (Clause 85 of the Resolution).
In cases of danger to the child’s life or emergencies, the child can be placed with a temporary guardian within one working day before all documents are gathered (Appendix 4).
Yes, the consent of a child who has reached the age of 10 is mandatory when appointing a guardian or sponsor.
Only adult, legally capable individuals in good health and with no criminal record. Priority is given to the child’s close relatives (Appendix 1, Clause 6).
As of February 1, 2025, all decisions are made by district (city) “Inson” social services centers (the authority of Hokimiyats has been abolished).
Guardianship (vasiylik) is established for children under 14, while sponsorship (homiylik) is for minors aged 14 to 18.
From the date it is determined that a child is deprived of parental care, the issue of appointing a guardian is reviewed within a maximum of one month (in urgent cases, preliminary guardianship is handled in 3 days).
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. 893, dated December 27, 2024 (Appendix 4).