Uzbekistan Visa Requirements
Uzbekistan Visa Requirements
To enter Uzbekistan or transit through its territory, a visa is generally required. However, a visa-free regime applies to citizens of certain countries. In addition, citizens of 35 countries can transit through Uzbekistan for up to 5 days without a visa.
Electronic visas (e-visas) were introduced on 15 July 2018. More information about visa requirements and the application process is provided below.
Visa-Free Nationalities
Post-Soviet Countries
Citizens of the following countries do not need a visa to enter Uzbekistan:
Unlimited stay:
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Armenia
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Azerbaijan
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Belarus
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Georgia
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Kazakhstan
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Moldova
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Russia
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Ukraine
Up to 60 days:
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Kyrgyzstan
Visa-Free Entry (Up to 30 Days)
Citizens of the following countries can visit Uzbekistan without a visa for up to 30 days:
Andorra
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Bahamas
Barbados
Belgium
Belize
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Brazil
Brunei Darussalam
Bulgaria
Canada
Chile
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cuba
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Republic
El Salvador
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Grenada
Guatemala
Honduras
Hungary
Iceland
Indonesia
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Republic of Korea
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malaysia
Malta
Mexico
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Netherlands
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Norway
Panama
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
San Marino
Serbia
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Tajikistan
Trinidad and Tobago
Turkey
United Kingdom
United Arab Emirates (including residents)*
Vatican
* Individuals who possess a UAE residency visa may also receive 30-day visa-free entry, provided the residency visa is valid for at least 90 days after entering Uzbekistan.
10-Day Visa-Free Entry
Citizens of the following countries may stay in Uzbekistan for up to 10 days without a visa if they have a confirmed onward international ticket:
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Bahrain
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Qatar
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Kuwait
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Oman
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China (including Hong Kong citizens)
Children Under 16
Children under 16 years old can enter Uzbekistan without a visa if they:
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Are accompanied by a parent or guardian who has a valid visa, and
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Have a valid biometric passport
The child’s stay cannot exceed the validity period of the parent’s visa and cannot exceed 90 days.
If the child turns 16 years old during the stay, an exit visa must be obtained from the Office of Entry, Exit and Citizenship.
Visa-Free Entry for Travelers Over 55
Citizens of the following countries over 55 years old may enter Uzbekistan visa-free for up to 30 days:
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China (as part of tourist groups)
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USA
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Vietnam
Entry is allowed via land borders and Uzbekistan Airways flights.
Applying for an Electronic Visa (E-Visa)
Citizens of many countries can obtain an electronic visa through the official portal.
Types of e-visas:
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Single entry – $20
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Double entry – $35
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Multiple entry – $50
Application process:
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Complete the online application form
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Receive confirmation by email
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Pay the visa fee
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Receive a download link for the e-visa in PDF format
Important:
You must print the e-visa and present it:
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When checking in for your flight
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When entering Uzbekistan
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When leaving the country
Electronic copies on mobile phones are not accepted. A printed copy is mandatory.
If the e-visa is not granted, you will be notified by email and may apply through an embassy or consulate instead.
More information:
https://e-visa.gov.uz/main
Countries Eligible for E-Visa
Citizens of the following countries can apply for an Uzbekistan e-visa:
Albania
Algeria
Angola
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Bhutan
Bolivia
Cabo Verde
Cambodia
Cameroon
China
Colombia
Côte d’Ivoire
Ecuador
Egypt
Fiji
Gabon
Ghana
Guyana
Hong Kong
India
Iran
Jordan
Kiribati
North Korea
Kuwait
Laos
Lebanon
Macedonia
Maldives
Marshall Islands
Mauritius
Micronesia
Morocco
Nauru
Nepal
Oman
Palau
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Qatar
Samoa
Saudi Arabia
Senegal
Seychelles
Solomon Islands
South Africa
Sri Lanka
Suriname
Thailand
Tonga
Tunisia
United States of America
Uruguay
Vanuatu
Venezuela
Vietnam
5-Day Visa-Free Transit
Citizens of the following countries can transit Uzbekistan visa-free for up to 5 days:
Albania
Algeria
Bahrain
Bhutan
Colombia
Ecuador
Equatorial Guinea
Fiji
Gabon
Guyana
India
Kuwait
Lebanon
Macedonia
Maldives
Mauritius
Morocco
Nauru
Oman
Palau
Peru
Philippines
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
Seychelles
South Africa
Sri Lanka
Suriname
Thailand
Tunisia
Turkmenistan
USA
Uruguay
Venezuela
Vietnam
Important requirement:
You must depart Uzbekistan on Uzbekistan Airways and present your airline ticket upon arrival.
If your country is not on the transit list, you must apply for a transit visa valid for 72 hours (3 days).
Processing time: 3 working days.
Applying Through an Embassy or Consulate
Obtaining a tourist visa through an embassy requires two steps:
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Visa Support (Letter of Invitation – LOI) from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan
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Applying for a visa at the Uzbekistan embassy or consulate
Uzbekistan Visa Support (LOI)
Visa support is an official permission allowing a tourist to apply for an Uzbekistan visa.
Process:
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A licensed travel agency submits a Letter of Invitation to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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The Ministry reviews the application within 7 working days
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Approval is sent to the embassy via telex
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The tourist receives a telex reference number
The Ministry has the right to refuse visa support without explanation.
Travel agencies (including tour operators) can assist with visa support services.
Visa Fees
After receiving visa support, the applicant must pay consular fees at the embassy.
Typical visa fees range from:
$40 – $200, depending on:
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Citizenship
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Duration of stay
Visa on Arrival
A visa on arrival at Tashkent International Airport may be granted if:
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Your country does not have an Uzbekistan embassy, or
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You do not have enough time to apply through an embassy
Required documents:
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Passport
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Return ticket
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Visa fee (cash)
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Visa support letter (if required)
If your country is eligible for an e-visa, applying online is strongly recommended.
Uzbekistan Embassies Abroad
After gaining independence on August 31, 1991, Uzbekistan established independent foreign relations.
Today Uzbekistan maintains 32 embassies abroad.
Examples include embassies in:
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Afghanistan
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Austria
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Azerbaijan
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Belgium
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China
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Egypt
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France
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Germany
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United Kingdom
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India
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Indonesia
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Iran
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Israel
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Italy
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Japan
Each embassy provides consular services, including visa processing and diplomatic assistance.