Requirements for Going to Uzbekistan and Visa Application Procedures
Requirements for Going to Uzbekistan and Visa Application Procedures
Uzbekistan, one of the seven independent Turkic states, officially the Republic of Uzbekistan, is a Central Asian country located between Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan. Except for those who are exempt from visas, foreign nationals traveling to Uzbekistan must obtain a visa from Uzbek consulates or via the e-visa application platform.
The Republic of Uzbekistan is among the countries that do not require visas from Turkish citizens. All Turkish citizens holding ordinary, special, service and diplomatic passports are exempt from visas for 1 month for their travels to Uzbekistan.
Citizens who travel to Uzbekistan for tourism, business or family visits for a maximum of 30 days do not need a visa. Those who wish to stay in the country for more than 30 days must apply to Uzbekistan’s foreign missions or via e-visa.gov.uz to obtain a visa.
Visa-free Entry Requirements to Uzbekistan
To enter Uzbekistan with a visa, it is necessary to have a Turkish passport with a validity period of at least 3 months. Transportation and accommodation reservations and travel health insurance declarations may be requested at the border gates of the Uzbek Republic. Therefore, it is recommended to prepare the relevant documents before going to Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan Visa Procedures and Required Documents
Within the scope of the visa policy of the Republic of Uzbekistan, citizens of most countries subject to visas are provided with the opportunity to apply for an electronic visa or to obtain a visa on arrival. However, citizens of certain countries such as Syria and Iraq do not have the right to apply for an e-visa. Citizens of the relevant countries must obtain a 30-day Uzbek visa by applying to the Uzbekistan Embassy in Ankara or the Consulate General in Istanbul with a valid Turkish Republic residence permit.
The documents required for an Uzbekistan visa are listed below.
- Passport valid for at least 3 months
- TR residence card
- Uzbekistan visa application form (two copies must be filled in)
- Invitation approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan
- Two biometric photographs
- Consulate visa fee payment receipt
Uzbek Visa Application Fee
In 2024, the Uzbekistan visa application fee is 60 USD for a single-entry 30-day visa and 80 USD for a 90-day visa.