Note: Visa regulations within the CIS are liable to change at short notice.

Visas: Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of the CIS (except nationals of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Kyrgyzstan who do require a visa);
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey within 24 hours by the same or first connecting aircraft provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the transit area.

Types of visa and cost: Tourist and Business. Single-entry: US$40 (7 days); US$50 (15 days); US$60 (30 days); US$80 (3 months); US$120 (6 months; US$160 (1 year). Multiple-entry: US$150 (6 months); US$250 (1 year). Group: US$15 (15 days); US$25 (30 days).

Validity: Tourist visas are normally Single-entry/exit and are valid for the duration of the tour. Business visas are Multiple-entry, valid for 6 months in the first instance and extendable.

Application to: Uzbek Embassies where they exist. It is possible to pick up a pre-arranged visa at the international arrivals lounge at Tashkent airport if arriving from a country where Uzbekistan has no diplomatic representation. Uzbekistan Airways require proof that a visa has been granted. Joining a group or package tour is the easiest way of obtaining a visa.

Application requirements: (a) Valid passport. (b) Completed application form. (c) 1 passport-size photo. (d) Fee, payable on collection of visa. (In the UK the fee is payable in pounds sterling and the amount depends on the prevailing exchange rate). (e) Stamped, self-addressed envelope, if applying by post. (f) Evidence of the purpose of visit.
Tourism: (a)-(f) and, (g) Confirmation of hotel reservation and details of length of trip, which can be made through a travel agent. If staying with friends or relatives an invitation from them, confirmed by the local authorities, is required.
Business: (a)-(f) and, (g) A business invitation from Uzbekistan givng details of activities to be undertaken and length of stay in Uzbekistan. This letter can be sent directly to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Uzbekistan, who will then contact the Embassy directly, giving permission for the stay.
Private visits: (a)-(f) and, (g) Letter of invitation from friends/relatives endorsed by the local authorities in Uzbekistan.

Note: Tourists must have booked a tour with a recognised tour company.

Working days required: 8 days should be allowed for a Tourist visa. Business visas can be obtained more quickly but this should not be relied upon.

Temporary residence: It is possible to apply for temporary residence. The Government of Uzbekistan officially requires visitors to carry a medical certificate proving they are free of HIV, but this is rarely enforced.
Status of visa:Tourist visa

To obtain a tourist visa for Uzbekistan you need to contact Embassy/Consulate Representatives of the Republic of Uzbekistan in one of the following countries:

Austrian Republic - Vena
Azerbaijan - Baku
Agypten- Cayro, Dubai, Djidda
Belgium - Brussels
Bangladesh - Dacca
Great Britain - London
Germany - Bonn, Berlin, Frankfurt on Mayne
Greece - Athens
Italy - Rome
Israel - Tel Aviv
Republic Iran - Tehran
Japan - Tokyo
Iran - Meshhed
Latvian a Republic - Riga
Malaysia - Kuala-Lumpur
Pakistan - Islamabad, Karachi
China - Peking
Holland-Amsterdam
India - Delhi
Indonesia-Djakarta
Kyrgyzstan - Bishkek
Kazakhstan- Alma-Ata
Russia - Moscow
Saudi Arabia - Er Riad
USA - Washington, New York
Turkey - Ankara, Istanbul
Tajikistan- Dushanbe
Turkmenistan-Ashhabad
Thailand- Bangkok
France - Paris
South Korea - Seoul
Ukraine - Kiev

Duty Free: The following goods may be imported into Uzbekistan by passengers aged 18 and older without incurring customs duty:
1000 cigarettes or 1kg of tobacco products; 1.5 litres of alcoholic beverages and 2 litres of wine; a reasonable quantity of perfume for personal use; other goods for personal up to a value of US$10,000.

Note: All valuable items such as jewellery, cameras and computers should be declared on arrival.

Prohibited imports: Firearms, ammunition, drugs, photographs and printed matter directed against the country, live animals and fruit or vegetables.

Prohibited exports: Items more than 100 years old and those of special cultural importance require special permission for export. When buying items that may be more than 100 years old, ask for a certificate stating the age of the item(s). Precious metals and stones and furs are also prohibited.