Is It Safe to Travel to Uzbekistan in 2026?
Uzbekistan - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Last updated: · Source: U.S. Department of State
Uzbekistan, officially the Republic of Uzbekistan, is a doubly landlocked country located in Central Asia. It is surrounded by five countries: Kazakhstan to the north, Kyrgyzstan to the northeast, Tajikistan to the southeast, Afghanistan to the south, and Turkmenistan to the southwest, making it one of only two doubly landlocked countries on Earth, the other being Liechtenstein.
Is It Safe to Travel to Uzbekistan in 2026?
Uzbekistan is currently rated Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions by the U.S. Department of State. Uzbekistan is generally a safe destination for U.S. travelers. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Review the Country Security Report for Uzbekistan and the CDC website for the latest Travel Health Information. Consider using the International Traveler Checklist for your trip preparation. It is highly recommended to buy travel insurance before traveling, including coverage for evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation.
Traveler Impact
Solo travelers may face challenges with arbitrary enforcement of laws and potential petty crime, particularly in urban areas where tourists are more visible.
Business travelers can expect a generally stable environment for operations, but should remain aware of the weak rule of law which may lead to unexpected bureaucratic hurdles.
Families with children should be cautious of healthcare access outside major cities, as well as the potential for communicable diseases requiring preventive measures.
Remote workers will find decent internet connectivity in urban areas, but should be prepared for occasional disruptions and limited options in rural regions.
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of State, the CDC, the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators, and Freedom House. All sources are updated regularly and cross-referenced to provide a composite safety picture for Uzbekistan.
▶Safety and Stability Ratings
Threat Severity (0-10 scale)
Uzbekistan has an overall threat severity of 1.9 out of 10. Crime risk is rated 3.5/10, terrorism risk 0.0/10, and kidnapping risk 0.0/10.
Governance Indicators (World Bank, percentile)
Political Stability▶
Measures the likelihood that the government will be destabilized or overthrown by unconstitutional or violent means, including politically-motivated violence and terrorism. Higher percentile means greater stability.
Rule of Law▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which agents have confidence in and abide by the rules of society, including the quality of contract enforcement, property rights, the police, and the courts, as well as the likelihood of crime and violence.
Control of Corruption▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which public power is exercised for private gain, including both petty and grand forms of corruption, as well as capture of the state by elites and private interests.
Government Effectiveness▶
Captures perceptions of the quality of public services, the quality of the civil service and the degree of its independence from political pressures, the quality of policy formulation and implementation, and the credibility of the government's commitment to such policies.
Regulatory Quality▶
Captures perceptions of the ability of the government to formulate and implement sound policies and regulations that permit and promote private sector development.
Voice & Accountability▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which a country's citizens are able to participate in selecting their government, as well as freedom of expression, freedom of association, and a free media.
Data from World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators (2023).
Freedom Status: Not Free — scored 12/100 by Freedom House (2024). View full freedom profile →
▶Entry Requirements and Health
Entry Information
Visa
Check embassy for details
Currency
Uzbekistani Som (UZS)
Language
Uzbek
Vaccinations
Recommended:
Active health notices:
- watchGlobal Measles: Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
Vaccination data sourced from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Consult a travel health professional before your trip.
Common Questions About Traveling to Uzbekistan
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Not Free — 12/100 on the Freedom House index.
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