ArmeniaUzbekistan: Visa-free

ArmeniaUzbekistan

Do Armenia passport holders need a visa for Uzbekistan?

Visa-free

No. Armenia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Uzbekistan for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: gov.uz (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance2,083 km, straight line (~2h 57m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Uzbekistan133 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Do Armenia passport holders need a visa for Uzbekistan?

No. Armenia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Uzbekistan for tourism.

How far is Uzbekistan from Armenia?

About 2,083 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 57m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Uzbekistan?

Uzbekistani soʻm (UZS).

What is the emergency number in Uzbekistan?

112.

What time zone is Uzbekistan in?

Tashkent (UTC+5).

What is the nearest airport to Tashkent?

Tashkent International Airport (TAS), about 5 km away.

How many countries can enter Uzbekistan without a visa?

133 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Uzbekistan visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Armenia

Armenia, officially the Republic of Armenia, is a landlocked country in the Armenian highlands of West Asia. It is a part of the Caucasus region and is bordered by Turkey to the west, Georgia to the north, Azerbaijan to the east, and Iran and the Azerbaijani exclave of Nakhchivan to the south. Yerevan is the capital, largest city and financial center.

CapitalYerevan

RegionWestern Asia

Population3.1M

Area29,743 km²

CurrencyArmenian dram (1 USD ≈ 361.71 AMD)

LanguagesArmenian

Calling code+374

Drives on theright

TimezoneYerevan (UTC+4)

Nearest airportZvartnots International Airport (EVN), 10 km

Emergency number101 / 102 / 103 / 112

UNESCO sites3

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$9,474 (2025)

Tourist arrivals375K (2020)

Climate in Yerevan

Warmest July, coolest January, driest September, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, August, September.

Monthly climate normals for Yerevan, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	4.1°C	-3.5°C	10mm	248h
February	6°C	-2.5°C	37mm	204h
March	14.7°C	5.2°C	56mm	284h
April	15.5°C	6.1°C	116mm	254h
May	23.7°C	11.6°C	94mm	374h
June	29.9°C	17.5°C	9mm	400h
July	32.9°C	20.9°C	38mm	413h
August	30.8°C	18.7°C	31mm	388h
September	30.8°C	18.6°C	1mm	353h
October	21.9°C	11.7°C	34mm	305h
November	12.3°C	3.8°C	21mm	253h
December	5.3°C	-1.5°C	35mm	223h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Armenia is a landlocked country in the Caucasus. Once the centre of an empire, this former Soviet republic straddles the line between Europe and Asia. Armenia has a rich, ancient history, and it is most famously known for being the first country in the world to adopt Christianity as the state religion.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cathedral and Churches of Echmiatsin and the Archaeological Site of Zvartnots
Monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin
Monastery of Geghard and the Upper Azat Valley

Upcoming public holidays

December 31, 2026Ամանոր

January 1, 2027Ամանոր

January 2, 2027Ամանոր

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About Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan, officially the Republic of Uzbekistan, formely known as Uzbekia, is a sovereign, doubly landlocked country located in Central Asia. It is bordered by Kazakhstan to the north, Kyrgyzstan to the northeast, Tajikistan to the southeast, Afghanistan to the south, and Turkmenistan to the south-west. It is one of only two doubly landlocked countries in the world, the other being Liechtenstein. The country has a population of more than 39 million, making it the most populous country in Central Asia. Uzbekistan is a member of the Organisation of Turkic States. Uzbek, spoken by the Uzbek people who form more than 89% of the population, is the official language of the country. Russian and Tajik are significant minority languages, with Russian serving as a lingua franca. Tajik is primarily spoken by Tajiks living in the southern parts of the country, such as Samarkand and Bukhara.

CapitalTashkent

RegionCentral Asia

Population37.1M

Area447,400 km²

CurrencyUzbekistani soʻm (1 USD ≈ 11976.49 UZS)

LanguagesRussian, Uzbek

Calling code+998

Drives on theright

TimezoneTashkent (UTC+5)

Nearest airportTashkent International Airport (TAS), 5 km

Emergency number112

UNESCO sites8

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,968 (2025)

Tourist arrivals6.7M (2019)

Climate in Tashkent

Warmest July, coolest December, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, August, September.

Monthly climate normals for Tashkent, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5.6°C	-2.7°C	42mm	153h
February	11.5°C	0.2°C	85mm	189h
March	16.7°C	4.8°C	18mm	285h
April	21.2°C	9.5°C	108mm	258h
May	27.2°C	14.6°C	89mm	350h
June	33.4°C	18.5°C	4mm	408h
July	36.4°C	22.2°C	0mm	410h
August	33.9°C	20.4°C	20mm	368h
September	26.6°C	12.4°C	3mm	330h
October	19.7°C	6°C	0mm	307h
November	9.2°C	-2°C	46mm	203h
December	3.7°C	-4.4°C	19mm	189h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Uzbekistan is the most populous country in Central Asia and is rich in history, culture, and diversity. It has been a part of numerous empires and was once a key part of the Silk Road, making it an excellent destination for the history buff. Although Uzbekistan is often overlooked as a tourist destination, there is plenty to see and do in this beautiful country, and Uzbeks are warm and hospitable.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cold Winter Deserts of Turan
Historic Centre of Bukhara
Itchan Kala
Samarkand – Crossroad of Cultures
Shahrisabz
Silk Roads: Zarafshan-Karakum Corridor
Tashkent Modernist Architecture. Modernity and Tradition in Central Asia
Western Tian Shan

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