Welfare Category: Orphans and Children Deprived of Parental Care

From which source are the funds allocated?

Starting from 2025, from the funds allocated to the National Agency for Social Protection from the republican budget (Clause 2).

To whom is the assistance paid?

To foster parents who have taken orphans and children deprived of parental care into family care (patronage) (Clause 2).

What is the timeframe for granting financial assistance?

After the contract with foster parents is signed, the decision to cover clothing expenses is formalized within one working day.

What is the legal basis for this service?

Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. 893, dated December 27, 2024 (Clause 2).

How does patronage differ from adoption?

In patronage, no legal (inheritance) ties are established between the child and the parents; it is considered a contractual agreement for upbringing.

Is the training course mandatory?

Yes, candidates must complete the preparatory course and possess a certificate before taking a child into patronage (Appendix 7).

With whom is the patronage contract signed?

It is signed between the “Inson” center and the persons taking the child into their care (foster parents) (Clause 4).

Are foster parents paid?

Yes. Foster parents receive monthly payments for raising the child, and the child’s expenses for clothing and footwear are covered (Clause 2).

Where to apply for patronage?

To the district (city) “Inson” social services center or online via the Single Interactive State Services Portal (my.gov.uz) (Clause 3).

What is the timeframe for taking a child into patronage?

Reviewing the application and entering candidates into the registry is formalized within one working day (provided that documents are complete).