🇺🇿 Is Uzbekistan safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Uzbekistan: 24 diplomatic missions from 24 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Uzbekistan
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Middle East escalation has caused airspace closures and widespread flight cancellations affecting routes globally
- Check advice for all transit countries before departure, not just your final destination
- Verify coverage with your airline or tour operator for the latest schedule changes
- Review your travel insurance policy to confirm it covers your planned itinerary and emergency costs
- Uzbekistan is generally stable with strong police presence in Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Nukus
- Travel insurance covering full medical assistance and repatriation is strongly recommended
- Prescription medications (Diazepam, Lorazepam, Tetrazepam, etc.) must be declared at customs with a medical report translated into Russian
- All medications and medical devices must be carried in their original manufacturer packaging
Risk areas and situations
- Petty theft and robbery cannot be ruled out even in tourist areas; basic security precautions are advised
- Terrorist attacks cannot be entirely excluded; monitor local political developments before and during travel
Local laws and customs
- Importing drones is prohibited; exceptions exist only in specific circumstances
- E-cigarette import and use is banned; penalties range from heavy fines to 3–5 years imprisonment for repeat offenders
- Medications containing narcotics or psychotropic substances require customs declaration plus Russian-translated medical report
Health
- Comprehensive travel health insurance including repatriation coverage is strongly recommended
- Controlled medications (e.g. Diazepam, Lorazepam) need original packaging, prescription and a Russian-translated medical report
Emergency numbers in Uzbekistan
Embassies and consulates in Uzbekistan
24 diplomatic missions from 24 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | |
| 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | 1 | Tashkent |
| 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan | 1 | |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 1 | |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | 1 | Tashkent |
| 🇧🇾 Belarus | 1 | Tashkent |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 1 | Tashkent |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Tashkent |
| 🇨🇿 Czechia | 1 | Tashkent |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Tashkent |
| 🇩🇿 Algeria | 1 | Tashkent |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Tashkent |
…and 12 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Uzbekistan is Russian. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Russian, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Uzbekistan safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Uzbekistan is 1.18/4 (Low risk, level 1 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Uzbekistan?
The general emergency number in Uzbekistan is 103. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Uzbekistan?
Telcomia tracks 24 diplomatic missions from 24 countries in Uzbekistan, across 2 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.