UzbekistanCocos (Keeling) Islands: Visa required

UzbekistanCocos (Keeling) Islands

Do Uzbekistan passport holders need a visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

Visa required

Yes. Uzbekistan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Cocos (Keeling) Islands.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: legislation.gov.au (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Visa-free access to Cocos (Keeling) Islands83 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Australia passport holders visiting Uzbekistan: Visa-free.

Cocos (Keeling) Islands drives on the left, the opposite side to Uzbekistan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Uzbekistan passport holders need a visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

Yes. Uzbekistan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Cocos (Keeling) Islands.

What currency is used in Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

Australian dollar (AUD).

Does Cocos (Keeling) Islands drive on the same side of the road as Uzbekistan?

Cocos (Keeling) Islands drives on the left, the opposite side to Uzbekistan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

How many countries can enter Cocos (Keeling) Islands without a visa?

83 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Cocos (Keeling) Islands 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 Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan, officially the Republic of Uzbekistan, 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 ≈ 11931.74 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)

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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About Cocos (Keeling) Islands

The Cocos (Keeling) Islands, officially the Territory of Cocos (Keeling) Islands, are an Australian external territory located in the Indian Ocean, comprising a small archipelago approximately midway between Australia and Sri Lanka and relatively close to the Indonesian island of Sumatra. The territory's dual name reflects that the islands have historically been known as either the Cocos Islands or the Keeling Islands, the latter of which is still a common short name.

RegionAustralia and New Zealand

Area14 km²

CurrencyAustralian dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.43 AUD)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+61

Drives on theleft

Climate in Cocos (Keeling) Islands

Warmest April, coolest October, driest January, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, April, June, July, September, October, November.

Monthly climate normals for Cocos (Keeling) Islands, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	27.6°C	26.3°C	26mm	380h
February	27.9°C	26.3°C	628mm	243h
March	28.1°C	26.6°C	193mm	295h
April	28.8°C	27.2°C	135mm	312h
May	27.9°C	26.6°C	149mm	266h
June	26.9°C	25.9°C	50mm	301h
July	26.7°C	25.4°C	63mm	315h
August	26.8°C	25.7°C	403mm	287h
September	26.7°C	25.7°C	29mm	326h
October	26.4°C	25.2°C	97mm	349h
November	26.9°C	25.6°C	122mm	333h
December	26.6°C	25.5°C	225mm	304h

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

The Cocos (Keeling) Islands or simply Cocos Islands or Keeling Islands are a chain of islands in two adjacent atolls, in the middle of the Indian Ocean some 2,750 km northwest of Perth, and around 900 km west-southwest of Christmas Island. The islands are generally considered to be the southernmost point of Asia.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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