From January to March 2026, there was an overall decrease in prices for gasoline and diesel fuel, where the cost fluctuated on average up to 3 soms per liter depending on the type of fuel and supplier. However, as the end of March approached, prices began to gradually rise.
Photo 24.kg. Beish Satygulov
Nevertheless, as noted by a representative of the antimonopoly service, the price situation in Kyrgyzstan remains calm. Fuel in the country is cheaper than in Armenia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, and is comparable to prices in Belarus and Russia.
The antimonopoly service conducts constant monitoring of prices and interacts with oil traders, professional associations, and businesses to prevent sharp price fluctuations and fuel shortages. According to their data, the profitability of market participants is only about 1 som per liter.
In case of increased external pressure, the authorities are considering the possibility of introducing additional stabilization measures, including agreements with Russian refineries on fixed prices, tax reductions (excise duties and VAT), subsidizing the sector, and preferential lending to suppliers to build up fuel reserves.
Comparison of fuel prices (as of March 27, 2026, som/liter):
A-92: Kyrgyzstan — 74.7; Kazakhstan — 43.4; Russia — 68.4; Belarus — 73.0; Armenia — 111.0; Tajikistan — 92.8; Uzbekistan — 80.6.
A-95: Kyrgyzstan — 80.2; Kazakhstan — 57.9; Russia — 72.1; Belarus — 75.9; Armenia — 115.6; Tajikistan — 96.5; Uzbekistan — 93.6.
Diesel fuel: Kyrgyzstan — 79.7; Kazakhstan — 60.8; Russia — 83.0; Belarus — 75.9; Armenia — 115.6; Tajikistan — 100.1; Uzbekistan — 92.2.
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG): Kyrgyzstan — 40.2; Kazakhstan — 20.3; Russia — 34.3; Belarus — 39.1; Armenia — 44.0; Tajikistan — 62.8.
