Uzbekistan Visa Policy

There are different types of visas available for Uzbekistan. You will be required a visa even if you are transiting through Uzbekistan unless you are from a visa-exempt group.

You can realize your planned trip to Uzbekistan by obtaining an Uzbekistan visa. Foreign nationals can apply to Uzbekistan short-term visas, (Single, Double, Multiple entries) e-Visa, via the embassy or on arrival for temporary reasons (tourism, business, cultural, and other short-term purposes).

Required Documents for Uzbekistan Short-term Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of three months beyond the date of your departure from Uzbekistan.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Photo

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x4.5 size

4. ID Card Copy

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas
• Copy of visa for the final destination (if any)

7. List of Documents Required by Organizations and Companies to Invite Foreigners:

• Copies of the passports of the person invited, the head of the organization, the person authorized by the organization to submit the documents
• Copies of the organization's documents (license, certificate, etc.)
• Copies of the orders to the head and to the authorized person
• Copy of the power of attorney of the authorized person
• Copies of tickets should be provided for the arrival of a visa at the airport "Tashkent"
• Certificate of employment of the invited person

8. List of Documents Required by Persons to Invite Foreigners:

• Copies of passports of the invited and the inviting person
• The original invitation issued by the Uzbekistan Internal Affairs Authorities
• Copies of documents confirming the relationship between the invited and the inviting person
• For arrival visa at the airport "Tashkent" copies of the tickets should be provided

9. After a Visa Confirmation Has Been Issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, You Must Submit the Following Documents to the Nearest Uzbek Embassy/Consulate:

• Passport or document of a stateless person whose expiry date must exceed the period of validity of the visa not less than 3 months
• Two photos of passport size
• Two completed Uzbek Visa Application Forms

10. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Letter of consent from parent/s or legal guardian/s, if traveling unaccompanied

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Uzbekistan Short-term Visa

The average processing time for an Uzbekistan Short-term Visa is 3-15 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Uzbekistan Short-term Visa Fee

Uzbekistan Short-term Visa fee is 40-250 USD depending on the category of the visa (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Note: The fee for each additional entry shall be increased by $10

Note: Groups must consist of more than 5 persons, excluding children under the age of 16.

Where to Apply for Uzbekistan Short-term Visa?

You will apply for an Uzbekistan Short-term visa in Uzbekistan visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Required Documents for Uzbekistan Transit Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of three months beyond the date of your departure from Uzbekistan.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Photo

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x4.5 size

4. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copy of visa for the final destination (if any)

5. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation (onward ticket)

6. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Letter of consent from parent/s or legal guardian/s, if traveling unaccompanied

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Uzbekistan Transit Visa

The average processing time for an Uzbekistan Transit Visa is 3 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Uzbekistan Transit Visa Fee

Uzbekistan Transit Visa fee is 40-50 USD depending on the category of the visa (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Where to Apply for Uzbekistan Transit Visa?

You will apply for an Uzbekistan Transit visa in Uzbekistan visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Tourist E-Visa (Single, Double, and Multiple Entry) visas are valid for thirty (30) days from the date of the first issue.

Required Documents for Uzbekistan E-visa

1. Application Form

2. Passport

• Valid for the duration of your trip
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or three free “visa pages”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Photo

• Format – JPG
• Minimum 10 KB
• Maximum 500 MB
• The height and width of the Photo must be equal.
• The photo should present full face, front view, eyes open and without spectacles
• Center head within frame and present full head from the top of hair to bottom of the chin
• The background should be plain light-colored or white background.
• No shadows on the face or on the background.
• Without borders.

4. Copy of the Main Page of Your Passport

5. When You Arrive in Uzbekistan, You Must Present also:

• Printed Uzbekistan e-visa
• Travel Itinerary including:
  • Flight reservation
  • Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

Processing Time for Uzbekistan E-visa

The average processing time for Uzbekistan e-visa is 2-3 working days.

Uzbekistan E-visa Application Fee

Uzbekistan e-visa fee is 20-50 USD depending on the category of E-visa. (they can vary depending on your country and nationality).

 Where to Apply for Uzbekistan E-visa Application?

You will apply to Uzbekistan e-visa online. You can apply for an E-visa through this website.

Required Documents for Uzbekistan Visa on Arrival

1. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Uzbekistan.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or three free “visa pages”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

2.  Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x4.5 size

3. Visa Confirmation (stamp) Issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan

4. Travel Itinerary

• Flight tickets (Return ticket)
• Accommodation confirmation/reservation (hotel booking, house contract, apartment reservation, etc.)
• Or Invitation letter by your host

5. Proof of Financial Sources

• Bank statements, cash, traveler's cheques, vouchers, etc.

*Additional documents can be required by the border control.

Processing Time for Uzbekistan Visa on Arrival

The average processing time for Uzbekistan Visa on Arrival is a few minutes.

Uzbekistan Visa on Arrival Fee

Uzbekistan Visa on Arrival fee is 20-50 USD for all foreign citizens. The fee may vary depending on your nationality.

Where to Apply for Uzbekistan Visa on Arrival?

You can get an Uzbekistan visa on arrival only at Tashkent International Airport.

Even if your country is exempt from visa requirements, if you intend to stay longer in Uzbekistan, you will need to apply for a visa from your home country before coming to Uzbekistan.

Foreign nationals should visit the Uzbek embassy or consulate in their country of residence to apply for a visa. They will also have to apply for a permit from the Ministry of Labor in Uzbekistan. Applicants should wait for the visa application to be approved by the relevant officials in their country of residence.

Upon approval of a visa, foreign nationals may travel to Uzbekistan for up to 30 days. The visa will be valid for a single entry. After arriving in Uzbek, foreign nationals must visit the local police station to register their address. Once they have registered their address and obtained their permission to do so.