Uzbekistan visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Uzbekistan

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Uzbekistani Visa.

  • Two copies of completed and signed copy of visa application form.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months showing sufficient and continuous flow of funds for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Flight tickets with entry and exit dates.
  • Information showing that you have the incentive to return to your home country.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Two copies of passport sized photograph not older than six months which is in accordance with the passport format for a visa application.
  • A South African passport which will still be valid for at least 6 months from the date of visa application.
  • Valid travel insurance.

Uzbekistan Visa for South Africans

Facts about Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan is a country with rich historical, archeological and cultural heritage. The country is best known for its mosques, mausoleums, and Islamic architecture. A survey showed that 39% of tourists visit Uzbekistan because of their interest in architectural and historical sites while 24% visit the country to observe its culture.
 
From January to September 2018, Uzbekistan received 1.8 million tourists which follows an increase of 17% from the corresponding period during the previous year. There has been an improvement in the tourist industry with an increase in the number of tourist organizations, tour operators and hotels. Tourism is bound to increase in years to come.
 
Uzbekistan is an Islamic country, Islamic culture and religious beliefs should be respected at all times. You should not try to preach to or convert someone of another faith to your faith.

Ensure you have a copy of your passport at all times which will be used as a means of identification whenever the police carry out random checks.

Types of Uzbekistan Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 10 working days 180 days
Business visa 10 working days 180 days
Transit visa 3 working days 72 hours

General Requirements for Uzbekistan Visa

  • Two copies of completed and signed copy of visa application form.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months showing sufficient and continuous flow of funds for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Flight tickets with entry and exit dates.
  • Information showing that you have the incentive to return to your home country.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Two copies of passport sized photograph not older than six months which is in accordance with the passport format for a visa application.
  • A South African passport which will still be valid for at least 6 months from the date of visa application.
  • Valid travel insurance.
Uzbekistan Tourist visa Uzbekistan Business visa Uzbekistan Transit visa

Uzbekistan Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Tourist visa allows travelers visit Uzbekistan for tourism purpose.
  • Foreigners with the tourist visa can make leisure trips to the country.
  • Those applying for this visa can also make visits to friends and relatives in Uzbekistan.
  • A letter of invitation from your host is required. The letter should contain the home address, telephone number and means of identification of your host.
  • You should present the receipt of your paid visa application fee.
  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination.
  • If you are travelling with a minor, ensure that you have a letter of consent which should be signed by both parents of the minor. Minors should ensure they have the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • All travelers are required to have a valid medical insurance.
  • If you are not a South African, you will be requested to present a copy of your South African stay permit.
  • Documents which proving your relationship with the person you are visiting in Uzbekistan.
  • Foreigners on this visa are not allowed to take up work while in the country.

Uzbekistan Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows businessmen and businesswomen visit Uzbekistan for business trips.
  • Business travelers on the business visa can attend business meetings, negotiate and sign contracts with partner companies in Uzbekistan.
  • You can also attend conferences, trade fairs and business lectures while in the country.
  • Applicants of this visa are required to be in possession of a letter of invitation from their business partner in Uzbekistan stating the purpose and duration of the visit.
  • A letter from your current employer stating that he is aware of your business leave. The address of the company should be written in the letter as well as the duration of the visit.
  • Certificate of employment from your current employer in South Africa should be provided.
  • The company you are meeting with in Uzbekistan should provide you with their Uzbekistan certificate of business registration.
  • If you are a non-South African, your South African stay permit should be provided during the visa application process.
  • Receipt of the paid visa application fee is required.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate should be provided.
  • It is illegal to take up paid or unpaid employment while you are in the country.

Uzbekistan Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The transit visa serves as a short stay visa.
  • The visa enables travelers to transit through Uzbekistan.
  • You can join a connecting flight from an airport in Uzbekistan to your destination country.
  • This visa is valid for 72 hours.
  • You are requested to exit the country before the expiry of your visa.
  • Foreigners with this visa are not allowed to visit the tourist attractions in the country.
  • You are also not allowed to meet up with friends and relatives while in the country.
  • Minors should ensure they have the original copy of their birth certificate.

Uzbekistan Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

150.00 (USD)

Business visa

150.00 (USD)

Transit visa

40.00 (USD)

Uzbekistan Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Uzbekistan?
It is best to visit Uzbekistan during spring and autumn which is the period between April to May and September to early November.
Do people in Uzbekistan speak Russian?

Yes, a huge population of the people living in Uzbekistan speak Russian. Some of the people that understand Russian refuse to speak the language.

Does Uzbekistan have snow?

Yes, there is snow in Uzbekistan but it does not stay for long and it melts quickly.

Was Uzbekistan part of the Soviet Union?
Yes, Uzbekistan was a part of the Soviet Union in the early 1920.
What is the major language in Uzbekistan?
The major language of Uzbekistan is Uzbek.
Any south Africans allowed to enter the country if my family members are on a working permit in Uzbekistan?
JOHAN CLAASEN

2 years ago

We gave been working as professors for Webster University for the past 2 years in Tashkent. Can we renew our visas to be back in Tashkent during the Fall?