Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes/1 | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
PassportsPassport valid for
six months after departure date required by all nationals of countries referred to in the chart above.
VisasRequired by all nationals of countries referred to in the chart above except the following:
(a) 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.
Visa Note(a) Tourists (other than nationals of Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and USA, who also do not need to submit letters of invitation as part of their visa application requirement) will normally have their visa application completed by their travel agent. (b) A personal interview may be required before a visa can be issued. (c) Visitors staying longer than three days must register with the Ministry of Internal Affairs within three working days. However, most hotels will automatically do this on behalf of the visitor. (d) Before applying by post, applicants should first contact the consular section of the embassy (except for nationals of Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and USA). (e) Nationals of countries not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Types of Visa and CostTourist and
Business.
Single-entry: US$40 (seven days); US$50 (15 days); US$60 (30 days); US$80 (three months); US$120 (six months); US$160 (one year).
Multiple-entry: US$60 (one month); US$150 (six months); US$250 (one year).
Group: US$15 per person (15 days); US$25 per person (30 days).
Transit: US$20 (24 hours); US$25 (48 hours); US$30 (72 hours); US$40 (double-entry).
Note: (a)
1. US nationals can obtain multiple-entry business or tourist visas issued for up to four years for a cost of US$100 and transit visas for a cost of US$25. (b) Visa applications are subject to a US$20 service charge (US$10 for transit visas). (c) Visa regulations within the CIS are liable to change at short notice.
ValidityTourist visas are normally single-entry/exit and are valid for the duration of the tour. Business visas are multiple-entry, valid for six months in the first instance and extendable. Nationals of Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK can obtain a multiple-entry visa for tourist/business stays of up to one month; nationals of the USA can obtain such visas for stays of up to four years. Visas should be used within one month of date of issue.
Applications to:Uzbek embassies where they exist.
Working Days Required10. For nationals of Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK and USA, allow two days.
WarningMost visits are trouble-free.
It is advised against all but essential travel to areas bordering Afghanistan, Tajikstan and Kyrgyzstan other than via authorized crossing points. Uzbekistan’s borders are potential flashpoints and there is a risk that uncontrolled border areas may be land-mined.
There is a threat from terrorism in Uzbekistan. Attacks could be indiscriminate and against civilian targets. Visitors should be particularly vigilant in public places and are advised to pay attention to any security announcements by the Uzbek authorities.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Yellow Fever | No | No |
| Cholera | Yes | 1 |
| Typhoid and Polio | 2 | N/A |
| Malaria | No/3 | N/A |
Health CareEmergency health care is available free of charge for visitors although, as in most parts of the former Soviet Union, medical care in Uzbekistan is inadequate and there are extreme financial problems. Doctors and hospitals often expect cash payment for health services. There is a severe shortage of basic medical supplies, including disposable needles, anaesthetics, antibiotics and vaccines. Travelers are therefore advised to take a well-equipped first-aid kit with them containing basic medicines and any prescriptions that they may need. For minor difficulties, visitors are advised to ask the management at their hotel for help. In case of emergency, travelers should get a referral from either the Tashkent International Medical Clinic or from the appropriate Embassy, since foreigners are strongly advised not to approach local health care facilities without somebody who knows local conditions and the language. For major problems, visitors are well advised to seek help outside the country. Travel insurance is essential.
Note1Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a
cholera vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to Uzbekistan. However,
cholera is a serious risk in this country and precautions are essential. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination, as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness.
2Vaccination against
typhoid is advised.
3Although
malaria is not considered a problem, there have been sporadic cases reported in the Uzunskiy, Sariassiskiy and Shurchinskiy districts (Surkhanda-Rinskaya region). It is recommended that travelers take chloroquine as their anti malarial drug.
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