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* Price shown is for a 90 day trip to Uzbekistan with 50,000 dollar coverage for an adult of age 25 years
Uzbekistan, situated in Central Asia, is renowned for its ancient cities, such as Samarkand and Bukhara. Their stunning Islamic architecture and bustling bazaars transport visitors back in time. Before embarking on your Uzbekistan adventure, it is essential to understand the Uzbekistan visa requirements. This comprehensive guide provides all the information you need about obtaining a Uzbekistan visa from India, including key features, visa types, visa fees, and the application process.
Indian citizens need to apply for a visa electronically before travelling to Uzbekistan. During the Uzbekistan visa application process, you must identify the correct visa type, submit your application, pay the fees, and attach various documents. Before we jump into the application process details, here are some essential facts about Uzbekistan that you should know about.
Key Aspect | Details |
Country | Uzbekistan |
Currency | Uzbekistani Som (UZS) (UZS 1 = INR 0.0066) |
Time Zone | Uzbekistan Time (UZT), UTC+5 |
Capital City | Tashkent |
Official Language | Uzbek |
Popular Tourist Attractions | Chimgan, The cave of Hazrati Daud, House of Reflection. |
Visa Application for Indians | Electronic visa |
Here are some of the most unique features of the Uzbekistan visa application process.
Before applying for a Uzbekistan visa from India, travellers must have the required documents ready. Here's a general list of documents you must have while applying for a Uzbekistan visa from India irrespective of your visa type.
Document | Requirements |
Passport or document of a stateless person | Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay in Uzbekistan. |
Visa application form | One copy that is completed and signed by the applicant. The form is available at evisa.mfa.uz. |
Photographs as per the Uzbekistan visa photo requirements | According to the Uzbekistan visa photo requirements, submit- One recent photo Dimensions: 35 x 45mm White background |
Passport | Must have at least one blank page for the visa stamp and be valid for at least 90 days beyond the period of intended stay in Uzbekistan. |
Passport photocopy | A photocopy of the passport bio page(s). |
Fees | Applicable fees for the visa application, payable as per the embassy or consulate instructions. |
According to the rules, you may need to submit some additional documents for each visa type. You must submit some extra documents for a Transit Visa to Uzbekistan.
Visa | Visa of your travel destination other than Uzbekistan |
Travel documents | Documents showing a confirmed date of departure from Uzbekistan. |
Companies and other legal entities in Uzbekistan can invite you to Uzbekistan for business, employment, or other reasons. The legal entity needs to submit the following documents to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Document | Requirements |
Visa application | Completed on the letterhead of the inviting organisation in standard form. |
Questionnaire | Questionnaire completed from visa.mfa.uz for the invited person. |
Passport | Passports of the invited person, the head of the inviting or, and the authorized person of the organisation. |
Organisation's documents | Relevant papers of the inviting organisation (e.g., license, certificate). |
Appointment orders | Orders appointing the head or authorised person of the inviting organisation. |
Power of attorney | A copy of the organisation's power of attorney issued for the authorised person submitting the documents. |
Work permission Certificate | Certificate issued by the Agency for External Labor Migration. The certificate is provided under the Ministry of Employment and Labor Relations of Uzbekistan for the invited person. |
For an investment visa to Uzbekistan, you need to have some additional documents along with the ones mentioned above. You can submit any of the documents mentioned below.
Document Description | Issued By |
A certificate of the value of the shares purchased | State Enterprise Central Securities Depository |
Certificate of the value of stake in the business entity | Public Services Agency that operates under the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Uzbekistan or its territorial branches |
If an individual in Uzbekistan wants to invite you there, here's a list of additional documents required.
Document Description | Additional Details |
Visa application | Standard application form for a visa |
Questionnaire | Completed online questionnaire from the official visa application website |
Passports of the invited and inviting persons | Passport of the applicant and the inviting party |
Invitation notice issued by the internal affairs agencies of Uzbekistan | Invitation letter issued by Uzbekistan's agencies of internal affairs |
Documents confirming family ties | Papers proving family relationships (if applicable) |
Uzbekistan offers various visa types based on the purpose and duration of travel. Here's the information about various Uzbekistan visa types along with the validity and description.
Uzbekistan Visa Type | Description | Validity |
D-1- Diplomatic entry visa | For diplomatic mission members and their dependents with diplomatic passports. | The accreditation period |
D-2 Diplomatic entry visa | For temporary stay for diplomatic reasons with diplomatic passports. | Maximum 3 months |
DT- Diplomatic tourist visa | For diplomatic passport holders visiting Uzbekistan. | Maximum 1 month |
S-1 Service entry visa | For diplomatic mission members, international organisations, and their dependents without diplomatic passports, also applicable to non-profit organisations permanently registered in Uzbekistan. | The accreditation period |
S-2 Service entry visa | For temporary stay of diplomatic mission members, international organisations, and their dependents without diplomatic passports, temporarily located in Uzbekistan. | Up to 3 months |
S-3 Service entry visa Business | Issued for business visits to Uzbekistan at the invitation of state organisations or non-profit associations. | Up to 1 year |
О- Official entry visa | For visits by delegations invited by the President, Parliament, or Government of Uzbekistan during official events. | Period of official events |
В-1- Business entry visa | Issued to representatives of foreign commercial organisations, banks, or financial institutions in Uzbekistan. | The accreditation period |
В-2 Business visa | For representatives of foreign business communities temporarily staying in Uzbekistan. | Up to 1 year |
Т- Tourist entry visa | For Indian tourists visiting Uzbekistan. | Up to 1 month |
TG- Group tourist entry visa | For tourist groups of at least 5 people visiting Uzbekistan as tourists. | Up to 1 month |
PLG- Pilgrimage entry visa | For studying the cultural, historical and religious heritage of Uzbekistan. | Up to 2 months |
Е- Employment entry visa | Issued based on work confirmation by the Agency for External Labor Migration. | Period of work confirmation |
J-1- Entry visa for press representatives | For media representatives accredited at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the duration of accreditation. | The accreditation period |
J-2- Entry visa for press representatives | For press representatives who are accredited at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. | The accreditation period |
PV-1- Guest entry visa | For Indians Invited by Uzbek citizens. | Up to 1 year |
PV-2- Guest entry visa | For Indians making guest trips at the invitation of foreign citizens permanently residing in Uzbekistan. | Up to 1 year |
VTD- Entry visa for compatriots | For compatriots returning to Uzbekistan at the invitation of Uzbek citizens. | 2 years |
STD- Student entry visa | For Indians studying on a short-term basis in Uzbekistan. | 1 year |
А-1- Student entry visa | Study entry visa for foreign citizens studying in educational institutions in Uzbekistan on a permanent basis for up to 1 year. | 1 year |
А-2- Teaching Visa | Teaching entry visa for foreign teachers employed in Uzbek educational institutions on a permanent basis for up to 1 year. | 1 year |
А-3- Academic Visa | Academic visa for conducting academic research and teaching activities in Uzbekistan. | 3 months - 2 years |
MED- Medical Visa | Medical visa for foreign citizens entering Uzbekistan for medical treatment. | 3 months |
С-1- Crew Entry Visa | Crew entry visa for foreign crew members of aircraft and trains operating in Uzbekistan. | 1 year |
С-2- Drivers' Visa | Entry visa for drivers for foreign truck drivers operating in Uzbekistan. | 1 year |
EXIT- Exit Visa | Exit visa for foreign citizens to leave Uzbekistan within 1 month after visa expiration. | Maximum 1 month |
TRAN- Transit Visa | Transit visa for foreign citizens transiting through Uzbekistan for up to 3 days. | Maximum 3 days |
INV- Investment Visa | Multiple entry investment visas for foreign investors in Uzbekistan's economy. | Maximum 3 years |
According to Uzbekistan visa requirements, you are eligible for a visa to Uzbekistan if you meet the following eligibility criteria.
If you are planning to visit Uzbekistan as a tourist, you can apply electronically for an e-visa. For other visa types, you must apply at the Uzbekistan consulate in India. Here is a step-wise guide on how to apply for a Uzbekistan visa electronically.
For other visa types, you must submit the application physically at the Uzbekistan embassy in New Delhi. Here are the steps to do that.
Uzbekistan Visa fees vary based on the visa type, duration of stay, and processing method. Here's an overview of typical Uzbekistan visa fees for Indian travellers:
Visa Type | Duration / Entries | Visa Fee | Actual Charge |
Tourist Visa | 30 days | USD 40 (INR 3341.61) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) |
Single Entry Visa | up to 7 days | USD 40 (INR 3341.61) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) |
up to 15 days | USD 50 (INR 4177.02) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) | |
up to 30 days | USD 60 (INR 5012.42) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) | |
up to 3 months | USD 80 (INR 6683.23) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) | |
up to 6 months | USD 120 (INR 10024.84) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) | |
up to 1 year | USD 160 (INR 13366.46) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) | |
Additional entry | USD 10 (INR 835.40) | N/A | |
Multiple Entry Visa | up to 1 month | USD 60 (INR 5012.42) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) |
up to 6 months | USD 150 (INR 12531.05) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) | |
up to 1 year | USD 250 (INR 20885.09) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) | |
Group Visa (Tourist) | up to 15 days | USD 15 per person (INR 1253.11) | USD 15 per group (INR 1253.11) |
up to 30 days | USD 25 per person (INR 2088.51) | USD 15 per group (INR 1253.11) | |
Transit Visa | up to 72 hours | USD 40 (INR 3341.61) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) |
Double entry | USD 50 (INR 4177.02) | USD 15 (INR 1253.11) |
*Visa fee subject to exchange rate fluctuations
You can track the status of your application during the Uzbekistan visa processing time. To track the status of your Uzbekistan visa application, submitted electronically, you typically need to follow these steps.
For applications of other visa types, follow these steps to check your application status.
No, travel insurance is not a mandatory requirement for an Uzbekistan visa from India. However, travellers are advised to have travel insurance covering medical emergencies to avoid huge financial losses.
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* Price shown is for a 90 day trip to Uzbekistan with 50,000 dollar coverage for an adult of age 25 years