Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Akhror Burkhanov, stated that as of today, citizens of Uzbekistan can travel to 34 countries without a visa. In addition, 42 countries allow entry through simplified visa procedures — either with a visa on arrival or an electronic visa.
The previous list of visa-free countries was published in February 2024, when the number stood at 31.
The following countries offer visa-free access to Uzbek citizens:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Armenia
- Barbados
- Belarus
- United Arab Emirates
- Dominica
- Iran
- Palestine
- Philippines
- Haiti
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Grenada
- Kenya
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Malaysia
- Micronesia
- Mongolia
- Moldova
- Namibia
- Azerbaijan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Kazakhstan
- Russia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Seychelles
- Sri Lanka
- Suriname
- Thailand
- Tajikistan
- Turkey
- Ukraine
- China
- Oman
A visa on arrival is available in the following countries:
- Bolivia
- Burundi
- Guinea-Bissau
- Indonesia
- Jordan
- Cape Verde
- Cambodia
- Comoros
- Laos
- Lebanon
- Madagascar
- Macau
- Maldives
- Mauritius
- Mauritania
- Mozambique
- Nepal
- Nicaragua
- Palau
- Qatar
- Rwanda
- Samoa
- Saudi Arabia
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Tuvalu
- Jamaica
- Zimbabwe
- Timor-Leste (East Timor)
An electronic visa (e-visa) can be obtained for the following countries:
- Ethiopia
- Equatorial Guinea
- Gabon
- Guinea
- India
- South Sudan
- Djibouti
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Malawi
- Nigeria
- Uganda
- Vietnam
According to Burkhanov, negotiations on liberalizing visa regimes are ongoing with dozens more countries.
Practical tips from the author
Even in countries with visa-free access, travelers may be asked to provide the following at the border:
- Return or onward ticket: Proof of departure to a third country or return home is often required, even if no visa is needed.
- Proof of financial means: Many countries require evidence of sufficient funds for the entire stay.
- Hotel booking or accommodation address: Documentation of where you will stay — either a hotel reservation or an invitation from hosts — is almost always recommended.
Additional important notes:
- Visa policies can change at any time, especially in response to political developments, epidemics, or other emergencies — and entry requirements may be updated immediately.
- Before each trip, travelers should check the latest visa requirements on official embassy, airline, or consular websites, as the situation may change rapidly.