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Foreign citizens with UAE resident status can enter Uzbekistan visa-free for 30 days, subject to stated passport and residence validity conditions. Here's how to check whether the rule applies to you, what documents you need, and when an eVisa or consular visa is required instead.
In short: Generally no, if you qualify. The Embassy of Uzbekistan in the UAE states that an addition made to the Presidential Decree on 1 January 2020 established a visa-free regime of 30 days from the date of arrival in Uzbekistan for foreign citizens who have obtained UAE resident status. To use it, you must meet both of the Embassy's stated conditions:
Important exception: the Embassy states that holders of travel documents and refugee passports must apply for a sticker visa, even if they hold UAE resident status. Your passport nationality and document type therefore still determine your route — UAE residency alone is not a blanket exemption.
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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do UAE residents need a visa? | Generally no — a 30-day visa-free regime applies to foreign citizens with UAE resident status who meet the stated conditions and hold an eligible national passport |
| Maximum visa-free stay | 30 days from the date of arrival in Uzbekistan |
| UAE residence validity required | At least 90 days at the time of entry, per the Embassy's stated conditions |
| Passport validity required | At least 180 days, per the Embassy's stated conditions |
| Is an eVisa always required? | No — eVisa applies where the visa-free regime does not, based on nationality and status |
| Can UAE residents apply online? | Yes, eligible nationalities can apply via the official portal at e-visa.gov.uz |
| Travel document / refugee passport holders | Must apply for a sticker visa, even with UAE resident status |
| Can UAE residents stay longer than 30 days? | Not under the visa-free regime — an appropriate visa should be arranged in advance |
| Where to verify | Uzbekistan Embassy in the UAE and the official eVisa portal |
These are two separate arrangements with separate legal bases, and they are frequently confused. UAE citizens hold an Emirati passport and travel under a visa-free arrangement established for UAE nationals. UAE residents hold a foreign passport plus a UAE residence visa, and travel under a separate regime introduced in 2020 that carries its own conditions.
Avoid assuming that "all UAE residents can enter Uzbekistan visa-free." UAE residency can provide access to the visa-free regime under the applicable rules, but you must satisfy the stated conditions and hold an eligible national passport. Passport and travel-document type matters.
Your category determines which rule applies and which documents you need to present at the border.
| Factor | UAE Citizens (Emirati passport) | UAE Residents (foreign passport) |
|---|---|---|
| Legal basis | Presidential Decree dated 20 March 2019 | Addition to the Presidential Decree effective 1 January 2020 |
| Visa required? | No, for stays up to 30 days | No, if the stated conditions are met and the passport is eligible |
| Permitted stay | 30 days from date of entry | 30 days from date of arrival |
| Residence validity condition | Not applicable | UAE residence visa valid at least 90 days at entry |
| Passport validity condition | Standard passport validity applies — confirm before travel | National passport valid at least 180 days |
| Documents to present | Emirati passport | Original national passport and original UAE residence visa |
| Excluded document types | Not applicable | Travel documents and refugee passports — sticker visa required |
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs also publishes destination information for UAE nationals, which is a useful additional reference for Emirati passport holders.
The regime is built around your UAE resident status combined with an eligible national passport. Here's what each condition means in practice.
You must hold current UAE resident status and be able to present the original residence visa or residence permit at entry. A cancelled, expired or in-process residence does not satisfy this condition.
The Embassy states the original UAE residence visa must be valid for at least 90 days at the time of entry into Uzbekistan. This is measured at your arrival date, not at your booking date.
You must travel on your original national passport. Travel documents and refugee passports are treated differently and require a sticker visa even where UAE residency is held.
The Embassy states the original national passport must have at least 180 days validity. This is a longer requirement than the six-month rule many travellers assume, so check the exact expiry date.
The visa-free regime covers 30 days from the date of arrival. If your planned itinerary exceeds this, you need an appropriate visa arranged in advance.
Visa-free entry is generally used for tourism and short visits. If you are travelling for a purpose that requires a specific visa category, confirm the correct route with the Embassy rather than relying on the visa-free regime.
Confirm your own eligibility against the official Embassy and eVisa sources before purchasing flights or hotels. Eligibility depends on your specific passport, document type and residence status — not on what applies to a friend or family member with a different nationality.
Direct answer: For the UAE-resident visa-free regime, the Uzbekistan Embassy in the UAE states the original national passport must have at least 180 days validity. Requirements for eVisa applicants can differ, so check the official portal if you are applying by that route.
You would not meet the stated condition for visa-free entry. Renew your passport before travelling, or confirm an alternative route with the Embassy.
Passport renewal timelines vary considerably by consulate in the UAE. Starting early avoids a situation where your travel date arrives before your new passport does.
These are two separate conditions with two different thresholds — 180 days for the passport and 90 days for the UAE residence. Both must be satisfied.
Direct answer: The Embassy states that visitors must present the original UAE residence visa valid for at least 90 days at the time of entry into Uzbekistan. The measurement point is your arrival date in Uzbekistan, not the date you book.
Your UAE residence is valid for another 4 months on the day you land in Tashkent. That is more than 90 days, so this condition appears satisfied.
Your UAE residence expires in 2 months. At entry, fewer than 90 days remain, so the stated 90-day condition is not met.
These examples are illustrative only and are not a determination of your eligibility. If your residence is close to the threshold, confirm directly with the Embassy before booking.
Direct answer: The visa-free regime allows up to 30 days from the date of arrival in Uzbekistan. For longer stays, an appropriate visa should be arranged in advance through the eVisa portal or the Embassy, depending on your eligibility and purpose of travel.
The 30-day period runs from the date you arrive, so plan your departure date against your actual entry stamp rather than your booking.
These are different concepts. A visa's validity is the window in which you may enter; the permitted stay is how long you may remain after entering.
Overstaying can lead to penalties and future entry complications. If your plans change while in Uzbekistan, seek guidance from the local immigration authority promptly.
Uzbekistan operates an official electronic visa system for eligible foreign citizens. It is relevant when the UAE-resident visa-free regime does not apply to you — for example if your residence or passport validity falls short, if your passport nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry and you are travelling without qualifying UAE residency, or if your travel purpose requires a visa.
Eligible foreign nationals who are not covered by a visa-free arrangement for their journey.
Issued electronically and sent by email — it is not a sticker placed in your passport.
Up to 30 days per entry, with single, double and multiple-entry options available.
Officially published guidance indicates the issued eVisa is valid for 90 days from issue — distinct from the permitted stay.
Do not assume every UAE resident needs an eVisa. Many will qualify for visa-free entry instead. Check your own route before paying any fee.
Always apply and verify through official government channels. Unofficial sites may charge inflated fees or submit applications incorrectly.
Apply through the official government portal rather than a third-party website.
Confirm whether your nationality is eligible for the eVisa, or whether you already qualify for visa-free entry via UAE residency.
Verify your passport meets the validity requirement stated for your chosen route before starting an application.
Gather passport details, a compliant digital photograph, travel dates and accommodation information.
Submit through e-visa.gov.uz, checking every field carefully — errors in passport details are a common cause of rejection.
Pay electronically through the portal. The consular fee is generally non-refundable, including if the application is declined.
Official guidance has indicated applications are considered within about two working days, excluding the day of filing. Approval is never guaranteed.
The approved eVisa is emailed to the address given in the application. Save a digital copy and carry a printed copy.
Carry your passport, eVisa printout and supporting travel documents for presentation at immigration.
The rules are national rather than emirate-specific, so residents of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and other emirates are assessed under the same criteria. What matters is your residence status, passport nationality and document validity — not which emirate issued your residence.
No tourist visa application is needed. Travel with your original passport and original UAE residence visa, both meeting the stated validity thresholds.
Apply online from Dubai through the official portal. Your location does not affect eligibility — your passport nationality does.
Travel-document and refugee-passport holders, and others requiring a consular visa, should contact the Embassy in Abu Dhabi directly.
The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the UAE is located in Abu Dhabi and handles consular matters, including sticker visa applications where these are required.
Address: 37 Sabkhat Ad Di'aysiyah St, Hadbat Al Za'faranah, Zone 1, Abu Dhabi.
Telephone: +971 2 448-82-15
Email: ae.uzembassy@mfa.uz
Monday to Friday, 09:00–18:00. Consular service hours are 09:00–13:00, and 09:00–12:00 on Friday. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Details above are as published by the Embassy at the time of review. Confirm current hours and any appointment procedure directly with the Embassy before travelling to it in person — we do not publish appointment procedures that the Embassy has not stated.
Only the first two items are stated conditions of the UAE-resident visa-free regime. The rest are sensible practice rather than confirmed mandatory requirements.
• Original national passport, valid at least 180 days
• Original UAE residence visa, valid at least 90 days at entry
• Return or onward flight confirmation
• Hotel or accommodation details
• Travel insurance covering your trip
• Tour itinerary or booking confirmation
• Photocopies of key documents
• Any supporting documents if specifically requested
We do not label a document as mandatory unless an official source confirms it. If in doubt about a specific document, ask the Embassy directly.
Your cost depends entirely on which route applies to you.
| Route | Government fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Visa-free entry | No tourist visa application fee | You are not applying for a visa, so no consular fee arises for the entry itself |
| eVisa (single entry) | Officially published at USD 20 | Confirm the current amount on the official portal before paying |
| eVisa (double entry) | Officially published at USD 35 | Availability depends on eligibility and travel purpose |
| eVisa (multiple entry) | Officially published at USD 50 | Availability depends on eligibility and travel purpose |
| Consular / sticker visa | Applicable consular fees | Confirm directly with the Embassy for your visa category |
These are entirely separate. The consular fee is paid to the Uzbek authorities; any service or assistance fee charged by an agency is additional and should be disclosed to you upfront.
Fee figures for the Uzbekistan eVisa vary noticeably across third-party websites. The amounts above reflect officially published consular fees, but because published figures can change and third-party sources conflict, confirm the current fee on e-visa.gov.uz before paying. A small bank or currency-conversion charge may also apply depending on your payment method.
Official guidance for the electronic visa has indicated that applications are considered within about two working days, excluding the day the application was filed, and that applications should be submitted at least three working days before the planned travel date. Consular sticker visa timelines differ and should be confirmed with the Embassy.
Leaving an application until the last few days before departure removes any margin for correction if something is wrong.
Incorrect passport details, non-compliant photographs, public holidays in either country, and requests for additional documents.
Neither approval nor a specific processing time can be guaranteed by any agency. Published timelines are indicative only.
These are not interchangeable options you can freely choose between — your eligibility determines which applies.
| Route | Who may use it | Application | Typical purpose | Key consideration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa-free entry | Eligible travellers, including qualifying UAE residents | No visa application | Tourism and eligible short visits | Must satisfy all stated entry conditions |
| eVisa | Eligible nationalities | Online via e-visa.gov.uz | Tourism, business and other approved purposes | Check nationality eligibility first |
| Sticker / consular visa | Travellers requiring a visa, including travel-document holders | Embassy / consular route | Applicable visa purposes | Requirements and timelines vary |
The Embassy of Uzbekistan in the UAE states explicitly that holders of travel documents and refugee passports are treated differently from national passport holders. Even where UAE resident status is held, these travellers must apply for a sticker visa and cannot rely on the visa-free regime.
If you travel on a travel document, refugee passport, certificate of identity or any non-standard document, contact the Embassy directly and well in advance to confirm the correct procedure for your situation. Do not book non-refundable travel before this is confirmed.
The UAE's population includes residents of many nationalities, and Uzbekistan's entry rules differ by passport. The UAE-resident visa-free regime is designed to cover foreign citizens with UAE resident status, but eligibility still depends on holding an eligible national passport and meeting the stated validity conditions.
Indian passport holders with valid UAE resident status may use the visa-free regime where the stated conditions are met. Indian nationals travelling without qualifying UAE residency generally use the eVisa route.
Requirements depend on your passport nationality and document type. Verify your eligibility under the UAE-resident regime, and check the eVisa or consular route where it does not apply.
Requirements depend on your passport nationality. Check the current Uzbekistan visa rules for your passport before travel.
Requirements depend on your passport nationality. Check the current Uzbekistan visa rules for your passport before travel.
Requirements depend on your passport nationality. Check the current Uzbekistan visa rules for your passport before travel.
Requirements depend on your passport nationality. Check the current Uzbekistan visa rules for your passport before travel.
Requirements depend on your passport and document type, and travel-document holders face different rules. Contact the Embassy directly to confirm your route.
Rules vary considerably between individual countries. Check the current Uzbekistan visa rules for your specific passport before travel.
We deliberately avoid publishing nationality-specific rules that we cannot verify against current official Uzbekistan sources. Where a rule is not confirmed above, treat it as "check before you travel" rather than assuming it applies.
Each traveller's eligibility is assessed on their own documents, so a family should never assume that one person's status covers everyone.
• Check each passport separately, including children's
• Check each traveller's UAE residence validity
• Check each passport's validity against the threshold
• Confirm visa eligibility for every member of the party
• Confirm requirements for children travelling on their own passports
• Print and save any approvals
• Carry accommodation details
• Carry return or onward tickets
• Keep passports and residence documents easily accessible
• Keep emergency contacts and Embassy details on hand
Rules for minors, including any documentation for children travelling with one parent or without parents, should be confirmed with the Embassy or official portal. We do not publish parental-consent requirements that official sources have not stated.
What to expect on arrival. Immigration procedures can vary, and officers may or may not request any particular document.
Your original national passport will be checked and stamped with your entry date.
If entering under the UAE-resident visa-free regime, have your original UAE residence visa ready to present alongside your passport.
If travelling on an eVisa, have the printed approval available for verification.
You may be asked about the purpose and length of your visit and where you are staying.
Hotel or accommodation information may be requested, so keep your booking confirmation accessible.
Standard customs rules apply on arrival and departure. Declare items where required.
You do not qualify under the applicable visa-free regime
Your passport or travel document type is not eligible
Your UAE residence has less than 90 days validity at entry
Your passport has less than 180 days validity
Your intended stay exceeds the 30-day visa-free period
Your travel purpose requires a specific visa category
Under a Presidential Decree addition effective 1 January 2020, the Uzbekistan Embassy in the UAE states that foreign citizens who have obtained UAE resident status may enter Uzbekistan visa-free for 30 days from the date of arrival. Travellers must present an original UAE residence visa valid at least 90 days at entry and an original national passport valid at least 180 days. Holders of travel documents and refugee passports are excluded and must apply for a sticker visa.
If you hold UAE resident status and meet the Embassy's stated passport and residence validity conditions with an eligible national passport, you may enter visa-free for up to 30 days regardless of whether you live in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or another emirate. Your passport nationality and document type still determine eligibility.
It can be, but not automatically. The visa-free regime applies to foreign citizens with UAE resident status who satisfy the stated conditions and hold an eligible national passport. Travel-document and refugee-passport holders are excluded even with UAE residency.
The visa-free regime allows up to 30 days from the date of arrival in Uzbekistan for eligible UAE residents. For longer stays, an appropriate visa should be arranged in advance.
Yes. The Uzbekistan Embassy in the UAE states that visitors must present the original UAE residence visa valid for at least 90 days at the time of entry into Uzbekistan.
For the UAE-resident visa-free regime, the Embassy states the original national passport must have at least 180 days validity. Requirements for eVisa applicants can differ, so check the official portal for your route.
Indian passport holders with valid UAE resident status may use the UAE-resident visa-free regime if they meet the stated passport and residence validity conditions. Indian nationals without UAE residency generally use the Uzbekistan eVisa route instead. Confirm your own eligibility against current official rules before booking.
Requirements depend on your passport nationality and document type. Pakistani passport holders with valid UAE resident status should verify their eligibility under the UAE-resident visa-free regime and, where it does not apply, check the eVisa or consular route with the Uzbekistan Embassy before travel.
Yes, eligible nationalities can apply online from anywhere, including the UAE, through the official portal at e-visa.gov.uz. Eligibility depends on your passport nationality rather than your location.
Applications should be submitted through the official government portal at https://e-visa.gov.uz/. Avoid unofficial third-party sites that charge additional fees or may not submit applications correctly.
Officially published consular fees have been listed at USD 20 for a single-entry electronic visa, with higher amounts for double and multiple entry. Fee figures vary across third-party sources, so confirm the current amount on the official portal before paying. Any travel agency service fee is separate from the government fee.
Official guidance has indicated eVisa applications are considered within about two working days, excluding the day of filing, with applications submitted at least three working days before travel. Consular sticker visa timelines differ. Processing times are not guaranteed.
The Embassy's stated condition is that the UAE residence visa must be valid for at least 90 days at the time of entry into Uzbekistan. If your residence has less than 90 days remaining at entry, you would not meet that condition and should check an alternative visa route before travelling.
The Uzbekistan Embassy in the UAE states that holders of travel documents and refugee passports must apply for a sticker visa, even if they hold UAE resident status. Contact the Embassy directly to confirm the correct procedure.
Each traveller's eligibility is assessed on their own passport and residence documents, so children travelling on their own passports should be checked separately. Confirm current requirements for minors with the Embassy or official portal before booking.
The visa-free regime permits up to 30 days. For longer stays you should arrange an appropriate visa in advance through the official eVisa portal or the Uzbekistan Embassy, depending on your eligibility and purpose of travel.
A return or onward ticket is not listed among the Embassy's stated visa-free conditions, but immigration officers may ask about your travel plans. Carrying return flight and accommodation details is sensible practice.
Hotel confirmation is not listed among the Embassy's stated visa-free entry conditions, though it is commonly requested for eVisa applications and may be asked for at immigration. Keep accommodation details accessible when you travel.
No. Under a Presidential Decree dated 20 March 2019, UAE citizens can enter Uzbekistan visa-free for 30 days from the date of entry. This is a separate arrangement from the regime covering foreign citizens with UAE resident status.
UAE residence is a key part of eligibility but is not sufficient on its own. You must also hold an eligible national passport with at least 180 days validity, and your residence visa must be valid for at least 90 days at the time of entry.
Reviewed for visa-rule accuracy: September 2026 · Sources: Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the UAE, official Uzbekistan government and eVisa information, and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Visa rules change without notice — verify your own eligibility with official sources before booking.
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