The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has announced another postponement of fines for motorists without a Compulsory Motor Liability Insurance Policy (CMLIP). Initially set to take effect on January 1, 2025, the penalties will now be delayed until July 1.
This is not the first time the implementation of this regulation has been deferred. Authorities concluded that citizens need clearer information about the requirements for mandatory auto insurance.
“Currently, changes have been initiated to allow the CMLIP policy to automatically transfer to the new owner of the car when it is sold, which will greatly simplify the insurance process for citizens. We strongly recommend car owners issue a policy in advance to avoid penalties and ensure the protection of their liability on the roads,” stated the Cabinet’s official message.
Under the amended law, individuals who fail to secure a CMLIP will face fines of KGS 3,000 ($35), while legal entities will be fined KGS 13,000 ($150). Notably, fines for legal entities have been enforceable since spring 2023.
As previously reported by The Times of Central Asia, every motorist in Kyrgyzstan is required to purchase an insurance policy when re-registering a vehicle. However, compliance remains a significant challenge.
Despite efforts by the State Insurance Organization to promote compulsory insurance – including warnings about fines – results have been underwhelming. Only around 100,000 vehicles in Kyrgyzstan are insured, out of the 1.6 million cars registered in the country.
The Cabinet’s decision to delay penalties aims to provide additional time for public awareness campaigns and to address logistical issues, such as enabling automatic policy transfers during vehicle sales. Officials hope these measures will encourage more motorists to comply with the law before fines are enforced in mid-2025.
