In Uzbekistan, starting from January 7, 2027, vehicles of drivers who fail to pay traffic violation fines within 60 days may be placed in a penalty impound lot.
According to the new procedure, the fine must be paid within 60 days from the date the relevant decision is issued. If an appeal or protest against the decision is not satisfied, a 30-day period is granted starting from the day notification of the payment is given.
If the debt is not paid after the deadline expires, information about the vehicle will appear in the electronic systems of the Road Safety Service officers. Officers can take the vehicle to the impound lot without drawing up an additional administrative report.
However, if the driver pays the fine in full right at the stopped location via a mobile application, electronic payment system, or bank, the vehicle will not be impounded. If the car has already been towed, returning it requires paying the debt and issuing an electronic permit.
In addition, privileges for early payment of fines are retained: if 50 percent of the fine is paid within 15 days after the decision is delivered, or 70 percent within 30 days, the remaining part is waived. These privileges do not apply to certain cases established by law.
This procedure is outlined in the instruction approved by the order of the Minister of Internal Affairs dated September 4, 2026. The document was state-registered under number 3969 on November 5 and published on November 6.
