If you enter Uzbekistan with medicines, whether prescription or non-prescription, you should check in advance the list of prohibited medicines and the legal quantities of medicines that are allowed to be imported. You can find information on the website of the State Customs Committee of Uzbekistan here.
You should carry a doctor’s prescription if you intend to travel with prescription medicines and declare the items on your customs declaration form. Some non-prescription medicines in India cause problems on entry into Uzbekistan. Possession of these items can lead to administrative or criminal proceedings if you don’t have a prescription, or if you’re carrying more than you need for the visit and don’t declare them on arrival. Issues have most frequently been reported at land borders. One should declare the medicines at the entry itself.
You can travel with precious metals like gold and jewelry made of precious stones – up to 65 gr. For more information pls visit this page.
You should fill out two copies of the customs declaration form on arrival. Make sure that both copies are signed and stamped by Customs officials. You will need to present one to the customs authorities as you enter the country and produce the other on departure. Any currency or valuables found in your possession and not declared on your customs declaration form may be confiscated.
Unauthorized import and use of drones in Uzbekistan will attract fines, detention and confiscation of equipment. Licenses to import drones must be obtained prior to arrival. Anybody carrying Drone while travelling in the country are liable to be intercepted and subjected to legal actions as per local laws.
The Embassy of India, Tashkent, is pleased to share the message from Dr. S. Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs, India on the occasion of the 13th Passport Seva Divas on 24th June 2025.
The Indian community in Uzbekistan numbers about 15,000, almost all of them citizens of India, and only 58 are Overseas Citizens of India (OCI).
Approximately 800 people live in Tashkent and are engaged in:
Most community members in Tashkent are in the pharmaceutical sector, reflecting India’s sizeable contribution to Uzbekistan’s pharmaceutical imports. Medical tourism to India is also popular, increasing healthcare-related employment.
There are also Indian professors teaching in universities across Tashkent, Samarkand, Andijan, Bukhara, and other cities.
In 2023, around 104 English teachers from Kerala and Tamil Nadu joined government schools through the NORKA department of the Kerala Government.
Indian blue-collar workers are found in Samarkand, Kokand, and Karshi, employed in engineering and construction projects. Around 6,000 semi-skilled Indian workers joined M/S Enter Engineering since late 2022 at sites in Almalyk (Tashkent region), Boysun (Kashkadarya region), and other locations.
There are approximately 7,000 Indian students studying medicine at various government-run universities across Uzbekistan, including:
This number increased after the Russia–Ukraine conflict. A few students are also enrolled in private universities.
The Embassy maintains close liaison with university authorities to ensure the well-being of Indian students. In 2022 and 2023, the Embassy organized ‘Welcome Ceremonies’ in Fergana, Tashkent, Samarkand, and Urgench to reach out to the student community.
The activities of the Indian diaspora in Uzbekistan have become more vibrant and organized in recent years. They actively participate in:
A Telegram channel titled ‘Pravasi Bhartiya’ has been created to disseminate information efficiently and enhance community outreach. Diaspora members are encouraged to join the channel for regular updates from the Embassy.
| Sl. No. | Question | Answer |
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| 1. | I and my husband are residing abroad. How can I get assistance for settlement of marital issues between me and my husband? | You may approach the Indian Mission in the foreign country where you and your husband reside for assistance in resolving your marital dispute. |
| 2. | I am residing in India. How can I get my overseas Indian spouse to come to India for the settlement of our marital dispute? | You may forward your complaint to the Indian Mission in the foreign country where your husband resides. If your husband doesn’t cooperate, you may take judicial recourse. |
| 3. | I am residing abroad. How can I apply for legal and financial assistance provided by the Ministry of External Affairs? | You may approach the Indian Mission in the foreign country in which you reside. |
| 4. | I am residing in India. How can I get assistance in getting maintenance/financial support from my overseas Indian husband? | You may:
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| 5. | What should I do for revocation/impounding of my husband’s passport and for not allowing renewal of his passport? | You may approach a Criminal Court of competent jurisdiction in India for obtaining an appropriate Court Order for revoking/impounding your husband’s passport. |
| 6. | How can I get my husband’s foreign passport revoked/suspended? | Issue of foreign passport does not fall within the jurisdiction of India. You may approach the Embassy of the respective foreign country where your husband resides. |
| 7. | How can I get my husband’s foreign visa suspended/revoked? | Visa-related issues are dealt with by the authorities of the concerned foreign country. You may approach the Embassy of that country for such matters. |
| 8. | How can I get details of visa and employment of my overseas Indian spouse who is residing abroad? | These details are not available with the Ministry of External Affairs. You may approach the Embassy of the foreign country concerned. |
| 9. | How can I get my overseas Indian husband’s application for PR rejected/revoked? | PR is a sovereign matter of the concerned foreign government and beyond the jurisdiction of the Ministry of External Affairs. You may approach the Embassy of the respective foreign country. |
| 10. | How can I get the residence permit of my overseas Indian husband cancelled? | You may approach the Embassy of the foreign country where your husband resides for assistance and guidance. |
| 11. | I am residing in India. I request the Ministry to take legal action against my overseas Indian husband. | You are requested to state specific issues in your complaint. You may:
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| 12. | My child has been taken by my overseas Indian husband without my consent to a foreign country. I want to reunite with my child. What should I do? | You may:
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| 13. | I am residing in India. How can I communicate with my children who are in the custody of my husband abroad? | You may file a case in a Court of competent jurisdiction in India and obtain a court order to facilitate communication with your children. |
| 14. | How can I locate the whereabouts of my overseas Indian husband who is not in touch with me? | You may:
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| 15. | How can I deport my husband who is residing abroad to India? | You may:
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| 16. | How can I stop my husband who is trying to flee the country? | You may:
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| 17. | I am residing in India. How can I initiate criminal proceedings against my overseas Indian spouse? | You may file a case in a criminal court of competent jurisdiction in India. |
| 18. | What is the procedure for the service of judicial process including summons/show-cause notices etc. upon my spouse residing outside India? | Service in civil matters is regulated by the Ministry of Law & Justice (Joint Secretary & Legal Adviser, “A” Wing, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi). In criminal matters, it is carried out by the Ministry of Home Affairs (Joint Secretary (IS-II), NDCC-II Building, Jai Singh Road, New Delhi – 110001). |
| 19. | I am residing in India. My overseas Indian husband has deserted me or subjected me to dowry harassment/domestic violence. What should I do? | You may:
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| 20. | I am residing with my overseas Indian husband in a foreign country. He has deserted me or is subjecting me to harassment. What should I do? | You may approach the Indian Mission in that country to file a complaint with local police. The Mission can connect you with local Indian Associations/NGOs, and help you access legal and financial assistance. Details are available on the Embassy’s website. |
| 21. | How can I get a Red Corner Notice issued against my overseas Indian husband? | You may:
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| 22. | I am residing in India. I have been thrown out of my matrimonial home by the relatives of my overseas Indian husband. How can I retrieve my belongings? | You may file a case in a court of competent jurisdiction in India. |
| 23. | I am residing with my overseas Indian husband in a foreign country. I have been thrown out of my matrimonial home. How can I retrieve my belongings? | You may approach the Indian Mission in the foreign country for assistance and guidance. |
| 24. | I am residing in India and my overseas Indian husband has married another woman without divorcing me. What should I do? | You may file a case in a court of competent jurisdiction in India. |
| 25. | How can I take action against my overseas Indian husband for cyber harassment? | You may register your complaint on the National Cyber Crime Portal. |
India has been a member of the Hague Convention of October 5, 1961, since 2005. This convention abolished the requirement of legalizing foreign public documents. Apostille is acceptable in all member countries of the Convention.
For more information, please visit: www.hcch.net
Apostille is applicable for:
As India is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, 1961, no further attestation or legalization of a document apostilled by a member country is required for its use in India. An apostilled document should therefore be treated as a legalized document for all purposes in India, by international obligations under the Convention.
Electronic Visa is available for Indian citizens. Go to www.e-visa.gov.uz
Select your country, type of passport, and purpose of visit. Enter your travel dates, personal details, upload your photo, and scanned passport main page. Provide your email and pay online ($20 USD via Visa/MasterCard).
Apply at least 3 working days before your travel. Track your application at e-visa.gov.uz
If approved, the e-visa will be emailed to you. Print and carry it while visiting Uzbekistan.
Applicable at international airports of Uzbekistan for Indian citizens. Travelers must show an onward ticket (within 5 days), and the airline must inform Uzbekistan border authorities of eligible passengers.
Children under 16 can enter Uzbekistan without a visa, with a valid passport or biometric travel document, and must be accompanied by a legal guardian. Stay duration matches the guardian’s visa or up to 90 days. If the child turns 16 during the visit, an exit visa must be obtained.
Regular visas (single/multiple entry) require visa support from Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, sent directly to the Embassy. Check visa status at http://evisa.mfa.uz/evisa_is/?action=shtrix&id=1
Note: A personal interview may be required.
| 30 days | $40 + actual charge $15 |
| up to 7 days | $40 + actual charge $15 |
| up to 15 days | $50 + actual charge $15 |
| up to 30 days | $60 + actual charge $15 |
| up to 3 months | $80 + actual charge $15 |
| up to 6 months | $120 + actual charge $15 |
| up to 1 year | $160 + actual charge $15 |
| for each additional entry | $10 |
| up to 1 month | $60 + actual charge $15 |
| up to 6 months | $150 + actual charge $15 |
| up to 1 year | $250 + actual charge $15 |
| up to 15 days | $15 per person + actual charge $15 per group |
| up to 30 days | $25 per person + actual charge $15 per group |
Note: Tourist groups must consist of at least 5 adults (excluding children).
| up to 72 hours | $40 + actual charge $15 |
| for double entry | $50 + actual charge $15 |
Please Note: For all visa types, urgent visa applications will incur 50% additional charges.
Uzbekistan is a party to the 1961 Hague Convention. As of April 15, 2012, all documents notarized in India and apostilled by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India are valid in Uzbekistan. These documents are accepted by all state institutions in Uzbekistan without needing additional legalization by the Consular Section of the Embassy.
Time Required: Documents for attestation may be submitted at the Embassy of India, Tashkent between 09:30 hrs and 12:30 hrs on any working day and may be collected next working day 14:00 hrs to 15:00 hrs.
Note: Fees will be collected separately for separate documents.
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Note: An individual is an NRI if they’ve been in India for less than 182 days in the preceding financial year, or less than 60 days in the previous year and 365 days or less in the past four years.
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