Wednesday, 11 November 2026
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Advertisements for loans and microloans must now include risk warnings

Under the new law, risk information must occupy at least 10% of the advertising space or airtime

11 Nov, 13:51Read in Russian
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In Uzbekistan, amendments to the Law 'On Advertising' regulating the promotion of financial and insurance services have come into force. Document No. ZRU-1187 is effective from November 10, 2026.

Advertisements for loans and microloans must now warn that the use of financial services and failure to meet debt obligations may lead to financial risks. Such warnings must occupy at least 10% of the advertising space or airtime.

Information that enhances the insurance literacy of the population and entrepreneurs has been classified as social. Authorized bodies of the respective sectors have also been included among the advertisers of social information.

The document has been published in the National Database of Legislation in the state language.