The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has issued a board resolution introducing a temporary prohibition on charging customer fees for certain domestic money transfer services. From 1 January to 31 December 2026, commercial banks and payment organisations are barred from charging commission fees to individual customers for money transfers in the national currency within the Kyrgyz Republic when executed via mobile applications and internet banking. The measure is framed as supporting access to digital financial services and the development of cashless payments.
National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic 2025-12-03
National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic temporarily bans commissions on domestic money transfers via mobile apps and internet banking in 2026
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has issued a board resolution temporarily prohibiting customer fees for certain domestic money transfer services. From 1 January to 31 December 2026, commercial banks and payment organisations cannot charge commission fees for transfers in the national currency via mobile apps and internet banking. This measure aims to enhance access to digital financial services and promote cashless payments.