AzerbaijanUzbekistan: Visa-free

AzerbaijanUzbekistan

Do Azerbaijan passport holders need a visa for Uzbekistan?

Visa-free

No. Azerbaijan 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 of2026-10-19

Distance1,630 km, straight line (~2h 25m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Uzbekistan133 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Do Azerbaijan passport holders need a visa for Uzbekistan?

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

How far is Uzbekistan from Azerbaijan?

About 1,630 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 25m 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 Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan, officially the Republic of Azerbaijan, is a landlocked country at the boundary of Western Asia and Eastern Europe. It is a part of the South Caucasus region and is bounded by the Caspian Sea to the east, Russia's republic of Dagestan to the north, Georgia to the northwest, Turkey and Armenia to the west, and Iran to the south. Baku is the capital and largest city.

CapitalBaku

RegionWestern Asia

Population10.2M

Area86,600 km²

CurrencyAzerbaijani manat (1 USD ≈ 1.70 AZN)

LanguagesAzerbaijani, Russian

Calling code+994

Drives on theright

TimezoneBaku (UTC+4)

Nearest airportHeydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD), 17 km

Emergency number101 / 102 / 103 / 112

UNESCO sites5

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$7,411 (2025)

Tourist arrivals796K (2020)

Climate in Baku

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

Monthly climate normals for Baku, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	8.3°C	3.4°C	14mm	189h
February	9.2°C	4°C	20mm	186h
March	12.3°C	6.5°C	29mm	274h
April	14.1°C	8.5°C	24mm	275h
May	21.7°C	14.6°C	40mm	363h
June	29.6°C	20.6°C	1mm	381h
July	31.7°C	23.5°C	1mm	380h
August	28.1°C	21°C	17mm	346h
September	26.5°C	19.7°C	6mm	314h
October	20.8°C	14.8°C	18mm	277h
November	13.1°C	8.7°C	50mm	121h
December	8.6°C	4.8°C	68mm	140h

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

Azerbaijan is a former Soviet republic in the Caucasus and is variously considered part of Europe or Asia.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Landscape of Khinalig People and “Köç Yolu” Transhumance Route
Gobustan State Historical and Cultural Reserve
Historic Centre of Sheki with the Khan’s Palace
Hyrcanian Forests
Walled City of Baku with the Shirvanshahs' Palace and Maiden Tower

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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 ≈ 12230.51 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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