Uzbekistan to Ease Entry Requirements for Kazakh Citizens

Uzbekistan intends to implement simplified entry procedures for citizens of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Russia. Under the proposed changes, travelers would be allowed to enter for up to 30 days using an internal identity document or ID card.

Additionally, minors under 16 would be permitted entry with “kinder passports” issued for children under 16, The Caspian Post reports citing The Astana Times.

A directive from Uzbekistan’s May 15 presidential decree on boosting tourism instructs the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Internal Affairs to begin negotiations on the matter within three months.

The measure is part of broader efforts by Uzbekistan to facilitate cross-border travel and strengthen regional cooperation in tourism and mobility.

Also, Uzbekistan is introducing a 30-day visa-free regime for citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman from June 1.

To attract foreign investment, Uzbekistan will also introduce a simplified procedure for issuing 5-year residence permits starting June 1.