Probably not. Citizens of roughly 90 countries — including the EU, UK, and most of the CIS — can enter Uzbekistan visa-free for up to 30 days. Almost everyone else can apply for a straightforward e-visa online in minutes. Your passport simply needs to be valid for at least three months beyond your arrival.
A decade ago, visiting Uzbekistan meant letters of invitation, registration slips and patience. That country is gone. Since the visa reforms, arriving here is now one of the easiest border experiences in the region — and that openness is part of why the country is being rediscovered at all.
Who can enter visa-free?
Around 90 nationalities enjoy 30-day visa-free entry, among them most of the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the CIS countries (Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and others, who can often stay longer). You simply arrive with a valid passport — no paperwork, no fee.
Who needs an e-visa, and how to get one
If your country isn't on the visa-free list, the e-visa is designed to be painless. Apply through the official e-visa portal, upload a passport photo, pay the fee, and the e-visa arrives by email — typically within three business days. A single-entry e-visa usually permits a 30-day stay.
How long can you stay?
Thirty days covers the classic journey — Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and more — without rushing. If you need longer, extensions are possible, and several nationalities qualify for longer visa-free windows.
One thing that changed in your favour
Foreign visitors no longer need to manually register with the police. Hotels and registered hosts handle it automatically. Keep your accommodation receipts, and you're covered.
Common questions
Visa rules change. Kvazar keeps this guide current, but always confirm the latest details on the official Uzbekistan e-visa portal before you travel.