Order No. 01-01/23, signed on February 2, 2026, was adopted to improve the visitor accounting system, simplify the process of collecting and accounting for entrance fees to reserves and national parks, as well as to ensure transparency of financial receipts and uniform application of legislative norms, which will help enhance the efficiency of managing protected natural areas.
The document was developed based on the law "On Specially Protected Natural Areas," as well as the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers "On the Approval of the Procedure for Visiting, Organizing, and Arranging Excursion Eco-routes, Tourist Trails, and Parking in Protected Natural Areas" dated February 17, 2023, No. 80, and in accordance with the Regulation on the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision.
The adopted rules are mandatory for all specially protected natural areas in the country.
The heads of reserves and national parks are instructed to implement and effectively apply the new Guidelines, keep records of visitors, and collect fees in accordance with established norms, as well as to monitor the accuracy of revenue accounting.
The Department for Biodiversity Conservation and Protected Areas at the ministry is tasked with consulting and monitoring the application of the new rules, as well as making necessary proposals for their updating.
The order will come into effect 7 days after its official publication.
Guidelines for Visitor Entry Accounting and Entrance Fee Collection for Specially Protected Natural Areas of the Kyrgyz Republic
Chapter 1. General Provisions
1. These Guidelines for Visitor Entry Accounting and Entrance Fee Collection for Specially Protected Natural Areas of the Kyrgyz Republic (hereinafter referred to as the Guidelines) are developed to establish a unified procedure for registering visitors, accounting for their entry and exit, as well as collecting and accounting for fees for visiting protected natural areas (PNAs).
2. The Guidelines apply to the administrations of state reserves, parks, and other PNAs under the jurisdiction of the authorized environmental protection body.
3. The Guidelines apply to all individuals and legal entities visiting PNAs, except for those exempt from fees according to the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Chapter 2. Legal Basis
4. These Guidelines are developed in accordance with: - The Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Specially Protected Natural Areas"; - The resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers "On the Approval of the Procedure for Visiting, Organizing, and Arranging Excursion Eco-routes, Tourist Trails, and Parking in Protected Natural Areas of the Kyrgyz Republic"; - and other regulatory acts of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Chapter 3. Goals and Objectives of Entry Accounting and Fee Collection
5. The main goals of accounting and fee collection are: - ensuring transparent and justified fee collection for visiting PNAs; - creating additional funding sources for the protection and maintenance of PNAs; - regulating recreational load and preventing negative impacts on natural resources.
6. The objectives of accounting include: - registering all visitors and vehicles entering PNAs; - monitoring compliance with visiting rules; - maintaining accurate records of monetary receipts.
Chapter 4. Procedure for Accounting Visitor Entry and Exit
7. Entry and exit accounting is carried out at the checkpoints (CPs) of PNAs or in other specially designated places.
8. Upon entering a PNA, a visitor is required to: - present an identification document (if required); - specify the purpose of their visit and the expected duration; - pay the established entrance fee, unless otherwise provided by law.
9. Information about visitors is recorded in a logbook or an electronic system. Upon exit, a corresponding note is made regarding the time and date.
Chapter 5. Procedure for Collecting Fees for Visiting PNAs
10. The entrance fee for PNAs is established in accordance with approved tariffs and is collected for: - entry (access) of individuals; - entry of vehicles; - provision of additional services (excursions, use of recreational infrastructure, etc.).
11. The amount of the fee is approved in the established manner and is displayed for visitors on official stands and/or internet resources.
12. Fees may be collected: - in cash using cash register equipment (if available); - by cashless payment (via terminal, transfer, QR code). Each visitor is issued: - a receipt/check; - or electronic payment confirmation.
Chapter 6. Benefits and Exemptions from Fees
13. According to paragraphs 10 and 11 of the Procedure for Visiting, defined by the Cabinet resolution dated February 17, 2023, No. 80, several categories of citizens are exempt from fees or receive discounts: - participants and veterans of the Great Patriotic War; - workers of the rear; - disabled persons of groups I and II; - recipients of services from social institutions for the elderly and persons with disabilities; - children under 7 years; - scientific workers visiting PNAs for research; - conscripted military personnel; - emergency service employees working in PNAs to prevent emergencies; - law enforcement officers during service; - cultural experts conducting research; - employees of environmental organizations with which agreements have been concluded. The fee for certain categories of citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic is 50% of the established amount and applies to students of general education schools, students of initial vocational, secondary, and higher educational institutions.
14. To provide benefits, it is necessary to present documents confirming the status, such as a passport, birth certificate, pension certificate, student ID, and others.
15. The list of privileged categories will be posted on information stands and/or internet resources.
Chapter 7. Accounting and Reporting on Incoming Funds
16. All incoming funds must be accounted for.
17. The administrations of PNAs maintain established documents, including: - a log of issued receipts/checks; - daily financial report; - consolidated monthly report.
18. Receipts are credited to a special account opened in accordance with budget legislation.
19. Responsibility for the accuracy of accounting and the safety of funds lies with the head of the PNA and authorized employees.
20. Periodic reports on the receipt and use of funds are submitted to the authorized environmental protection body within established deadlines.
21. Monitoring of attendance and receipts is carried out through: - internal audits by the administration of the PNA; - the authorized environmental protection body; - financial and control bodies.
Chapter 8. Control and Responsibility
22. Control over compliance with these Guidelines is carried out by the management of the PNA and the authorized environmental protection body.
23. Individuals who violate accounting and fee collection will be held accountable in accordance with the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic.
24. Individuals who violate environmental requirements will also be held accountable, including compensation for damage to natural objects and property of the PNA in accordance with the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic.
