Travel Guide to
Uzbekistan
Everything you need to know before your trip — from visa requirements to national cuisine. Save it so you don't lose it.
Tashkent
Uzbek
UZS
Uzbek Sum
220 V · 50 Hz
Socket types C and F
Visa
Citizens of many countries enjoy visa-free entry or simplified entry procedures. We recommend checking current requirements on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan before your trip.
Time Zone
UTC +5
Tashkent Time
Currency & Payments
The national currency of Uzbekistan is the Uzbek Sum (UZS).
International bank cards and national payment systems are accepted.
Internet & Communication
SIM cards can be purchased at the airport. Mobile internet is available in all tourist regions.
E-SIM — internet before departure from $5
Connect mobile internet before departure — no airport queues. Activation in 2 minutes, no physical SIM needed.
Buy E-SIM
Language
The official language is Uzbek.
Russian and English are widely spoken in tourist areas.
Climate & Weather
Sunny and dry climate. The best time to visit is spring and autumn. In summer, temperatures can exceed +45°C.
Culture & Traditions
Uzbekistan is renowned for hospitality and rich cultural heritage.
Dress Code — observe when visiting mosques and mausoleums
Photography — photograph people only with permission
Bread — never turn it upside down
Tea — served to elders first
Shoes — remove when entering a home
Safety
Uzbekistan is considered one of the safest countries in Central Asia for travel. Major cities have specialized tourist police units.
National Cuisine
Be sure to try traditional dishes. Each region has its own recipes and culinary features.
Fast Track at Airport
Pass through security and border control without waiting at Islam Karimov International Airport in Tashkent.
- Priority Check-in
- Express Border Control
- Personal Meet & Greet
Helpful Tips
Lifehacks to make your trip to Uzbekistan as comfortable as possible. Save them — you'll need them!
Photograph your documents and keep copies in cloud storage — in case of loss.
Bring cash dollars — they're easier to exchange than euros or other currencies.
Try plov in each city — it's prepared differently in Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva.
Start tours early in the morning — before 10:00 AM, to avoid heat and crowds.