Election Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Article 61. Requirements for Candidates for the Presidency of the Republic of Uzbekistan
The President of the Republic of Uzbekistan is elected for a term of seven years. The same person cannot be President of the Republic of Uzbekistan for more than two consecutive terms.
A citizen who is at least thirty-five years old, fluent in the state language, and has permanently resided in the territory of Uzbekistan for at least ten years immediately before the election can be elected President of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
The following individuals are not eligible for registration as candidates for the Presidency of the Republic of Uzbekistan:
citizens previously convicted of intentional crimes;
professional clergy of religious organizations and associations.