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Citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Qatar, can enter the UAE using their national ID cards. Other travelers must present a valid passport.
All travelers entering Uzbekistan must have a valid passport. Entry requirements depend on nationality:
Citizens of several countries, including Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Georgia, and select others, can enter Uzbekistan without a visa for stays up to 30 or 60 days.
Citizens of more than 70 countries can apply for an e-Visa online. The e-Visa is typically valid for 30 days and must be obtained before arrival.
Travelers from countries not eligible for visa-free or e-Visa entry must apply for a visa at an Uzbek embassy or consulate. A valid passport and application are required.
Always check the latest entry requirements based on your nationality, as they may change.
Currently, Uzbekistan does not have an extensive toll road system. However, there are plans to introduce toll roads in the future. Most roads in Uzbekistan are free to use.
Uzbekistan has a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters, marked by dry conditions throughout most of the year.
Summers in Uzbekistan are extremely hot, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C (104°F) in desert areas. The cities of Tashkent, Samarkand, and Bukhara experience slightly cooler temperatures, but it remains hot.
Winters can be cold, especially in northern regions, where temperatures can drop below freezing. Snowfall is common in higher elevations.
The official currency of Uzbekistan is the Uzbekistani Som (UZS), symbolized as soʻm or UZS.
The Som is available in banknotes of 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 50,000, and 100,000 UZS. Smaller coins are less commonly used.
Currency exchange services are available in major cities, airports, and banks. It’s recommended to exchange foreign currency at official exchange offices, as the black market for currency exchange has largely been eliminated.
Credit and debit cards are accepted in larger hotels, restaurants, and tourist areas, but cash is still the most common form of payment, especially in smaller towns and rural areas.
