Uzbekistan eVisa Application – Complete Walkthrough

The Uzbekistan eVisa application process is designed to be simple and efficient. This detailed guide provides a complete walkthrough of every section of the application form, along with tips to avoid common mistakes that cause delays or rejections.

Understanding the Application Portal

The official Uzbekistan eVisa portal at e-visa.gov.uz is managed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The portal supports three languages: English, Russian, and Uzbek. All applications for electronic tourist and business visas must be submitted through this portal.

Important: Only use the official government portal. Third-party websites may charge additional service fees and are not affiliated with the Uzbekistan government.

Application Eligibility

You can apply for an eVisa if:

• You are a citizen of one of the 76 eligible countries
• You are traveling to Uzbekistan within the next 3 months
• You hold a valid ordinary passport (diplomatic and service passport holders may have different procedures)
• Your purpose of visit is tourism or business

You do NOT need an eVisa if you are a citizen of a visa-free country. Check our visa requirements guide to determine if you need a visa.

Required Documents for Application

Prepare these documents before starting your application:

Completing the Application Form

Section 1: Personal Information

The first section collects your basic personal details:

• Full name — Enter exactly as shown on your passport, including middle names if applicable
• Date of birth — Select from the date picker or enter in DD/MM/YYYY format
• Gender — Male or Female
• Place of birth — City and country as shown on your passport
• Citizenship/Nationality — Your current nationality

Section 2: Passport Information

Enter your passport details precisely:

• Passport number — Include all letters and numbers exactly as printed
• Date of issue — When your passport was issued
• Date of expiry — Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended stay
• Issuing country — The country that issued your passport

Section 3: Travel Information

Provide your planned travel details:

• Intended date of entry — Your planned arrival date in Uzbekistan
• Purpose of visit — Select Tourism or Business
• Number of entries — Single, Double, or Multiple entry
• Accommodation address — Hotel name and address in Uzbekistan, or host’s address if staying privately

Section 4: Contact Information

Provide accurate contact details:

• Email address — This is where your activation code and approved visa will be sent
• Phone number — Include your country code
• Current address — Your home address

Document Upload Guidelines

Passport Photo Requirements

Your digital passport photo must meet these specifications:

• Recent photo (taken within the last 6 months)
• White or light-colored background
• Face clearly visible, looking directly at the camera
• Neutral facial expression
• No glasses, hats, or head coverings (except for religious purposes)
• Minimum resolution: 600×600 pixels
• File format: JPG or PNG
• Maximum file size: typically under 2MB

Passport Scan Requirements

Your passport scan must clearly show:

• Your photograph
• Full name
• Passport number
• Date of birth
• Nationality
• Date of expiry
• Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) at the bottom

The entire biographical page must be visible with no parts cut off or obscured.

Payment Process

After submitting your application and receiving the activation code via email, you must return to the portal to complete the payment. The fees are:

Payment methods accepted:

• Visa
• Mastercard
• Other international payment systems integrated into the portal

Ensure your card is enabled for international transactions before attempting payment.

Application Processing Timeline

The total time from submission to receiving your visa is typically 3-5 business days. Applying at least 2 weeks before travel is recommended.

Checking Application Status

You can check your application status at any time:

1. Visit e-visa.gov.uz/status
2. Enter your activation code (received in the application confirmation email)
3. View the current status of your application

Possible statuses include:

• Under review — Your application is being processed
• Approved — Your eVisa has been issued and sent to your email
• Rejected — Your application was not approved (reasons are not typically disclosed)

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Activation Code Not Received

If you do not receive the activation code:

• Wait at least 30 minutes — sometimes emails are delayed
• Check your spam, junk, and promotions folders
• Verify you entered the correct email address
• Add the portal’s domain to your email whitelist
• Try submitting the application again with a different email address

Upload Failures

If document uploads fail:

• Reduce the file size (compress the image)
• Use standard formats (JPG or PNG)
• Try a different browser (Chrome is recommended)
• Clear your browser cache
• Disable browser extensions that might interfere

Payment Declined

If your payment is declined:

• Check that your card supports international transactions
• Ensure you have sufficient funds
• Contact your bank to authorize the payment
• Try a different card
• Wait 24 hours and try again

Errors in Approved eVisa

If your approved eVisa contains errors (misspelled name, wrong passport number, etc.):

• Contact the portal support immediately
• Minor discrepancies between eVisa and passport can cause entry issues
• You may need to reapply for a corrected visa

After Approval: Next Steps

1. Download and print your eVisa — Save the PDF and print at least two copies
2. Verify all information — Ensure details match your passport exactly
3. Note the validity period — Your eVisa is valid for 90 days from issue date
4. Plan within stay limits — Maximum 30 days per entry
5. Prepare for arrival — Have your printed eVisa and passport ready at immigration
6. Consider registration — If staying 3+ days, confirm your hotel handles registration

Frequently Asked Questions