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Passport Control

Passport Control

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PASSPORT (BORDER) CONTROL

Dear Passengers,

Before your international flight, we recommend that you familiarize yourself in advance with the requirements for passport (border) control. Compliance with the established requirements will help you pass the control procedure more quickly and avoid delays.

1. General Provisions

Passport (border) control is a mandatory procedure when crossing the State Border of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

During the control procedure, the passenger’s documents and the legal grounds required for entry into, departure from, or transit through the Republic of Uzbekistan are checked.

The final decision on allowing a person to cross the State Border is made by the authorized border control unit after completion of the prescribed control procedures.

2. Passenger Documents

To pass passport control, a passenger must have a valid identity document that grants the right to cross the State Border.

Depending on the passenger’s citizenship, destination and purpose of travel, the following documents may be required:

  • a passport or another valid international travel document;
  • a visa, if required;
  • an electronic visa, where provided for by applicable legislation;
  • documents confirming the right to enter or stay;
  • transit documents, where required;
  • other documents in accordance with the requirements of the destination country.

Before travelling, always check the requirements of your destination country and transit countries.

3. Passport Requirements

Before travelling, passengers are advised to check:

  • the validity period of their passport;
  • the availability of blank pages, where required;
  • that the document is not damaged;
  • that personal information corresponds to the information on the airline ticket;
  • the availability of required visas and permits;
  • that the document meets the requirements of the destination country.

Passengers are personally responsible for having all documents required for their journey.

4. Visa Requirements

Citizens of foreign countries and stateless persons should check in advance whether a visa is required for entry into the Republic of Uzbekistan.

A visa-free regime is established for citizens of certain countries. The applicable conditions may depend on citizenship and the permitted duration of stay. For other categories of passengers, an appropriate entry visa or another document provided for by law may be required.

Passengers are advised to check the current requirements before travelling through official government resources and with the diplomatic mission of the relevant country.

5. Passengers Departing from Uzbekistan

Before proceeding to passport control, make sure that:

  1. You have a valid document for international travel.
  2. Your personal information is correctly stated in the document.
  3. You have all documents required for entry into the destination country.
  4. Where required, you have a transit visa or permit.
  5. Your airline ticket corresponds to the document presented during the control procedure.

After passing passport control, passengers must follow the instructions of airport and border control personnel.

6. Passengers Arriving in Uzbekistan

Upon entering the Republic of Uzbekistan, passengers must undergo passport (border) control and present the required documents.

Foreign nationals are advised to check in advance:

  • whether a visa is required;
  • the validity period of their passport;
  • the permitted duration of stay;
  • transit travel requirements;
  • registration requirements at the place of stay.

Special entry and stay rules may apply to certain categories of foreign nationals.

7. Transit Passengers

Passengers travelling in transit through the airport are advised to check in advance:

  • whether a transit visa is required;
  • whether they are permitted to remain in the transit area;
  • whether passport control is required;
  • the requirements of the final destination country;
  • whether they have a confirmed ticket for the onward flight.

Transit requirements may vary depending on the passenger’s citizenship, route and transfer conditions.

8. Minor Passengers

When travelling with minors, passengers are advised to check in advance the requirements concerning the child’s documents and the documents of the accompanying person.

Depending on the route and circumstances of the journey, the following documents may be required:

  • the child’s international travel document;
  • documents of the accompanying person;
  • documents confirming the relationship between the child and accompanying person;
  • notarized consent or other documents, where required by the legislation of the relevant country.

Before travelling, passengers are advised to clarify the requirements of the airline and the competent authorities of the country of departure, transit and destination.

9. Passengers Requiring Special Assistance

Passengers requiring special assistance are advised to notify their airline in advance.

Priority passage through the border checkpoint may be provided to certain categories of persons in accordance with the established procedure, including seriously ill persons, persons with obvious signs of pregnancy, persons with disabilities, children under 7 years of age, and persons accompanying them.

10. Passport Control Procedure

For passengers’ convenience, the following procedure is recommended:

1. Prepare your documents.

Before approaching the passport control booth, keep your passport and required documents ready.

2. Follow the signs.

Proceed to the appropriate passport control line.

3. Present your documents to the border control officer.

Present your passport and other required documents upon request.

4. Answer the officer’s questions.

Provide accurate information regarding the purpose of your trip, route and other circumstances within the established control procedure.

5. Follow the officer’s instructions.

If necessary, undergo additional control procedures as required by applicable legislation.

11. Requirements While in the Passport Control Area

While in the border control area, passengers must comply with the established procedures and the requirements of authorized personnel.

In particular, without appropriate authorization, it is prohibited to:

  • take photographs or make video recordings;
  • use mobile devices where this is prohibited by the established security regime;
  • enter service areas;
  • violate the established passenger movement procedures;
  • bring weapons, explosives or other dangerous items without the appropriate authorization;
  • offer material valuables to officials of state control authorities.

Official information of the Republic of Uzbekistan establishes restrictions on photography, video recording and other activities at border crossing points.

12. Electronic Documents and Biometric Control

Depending on the applicable procedures and the technical capabilities of the border checkpoint, automated document verification systems and biometric identification systems may be used.

When such systems are used, passengers must follow the instructions of border control personnel and the requirements of the relevant equipment.

13. If There Are Questions Regarding Your Documents

If a passenger does not have a required document, if the document has expired or is damaged, or if questions arise regarding the passenger’s right to enter or leave a country, the passenger should contact a representative of the airline or the relevant competent authority.

The airport does not independently make decisions regarding a passenger’s right to enter a foreign country.

14. Important Recommendations Before Travelling

Before travelling, we recommend that you:

☑ check the validity of your passport;

☑ check the visa requirements of your destination country;

☑ check the requirements of transit countries;

☑ make sure that your first and last names on the ticket correspond to those in your travel document;

☑ prepare all required permits and supporting documents;

☑ carry documents required for your return or onward journey;

☑ arrive at the airport in advance;

☑ follow the instructions of airport and border control personnel.

15. Important

Entry, exit and transit requirements may change depending on the passenger’s citizenship, route, purpose of travel and applicable legislation.

Before an international flight, passengers are advised to independently check the current requirements of:

  • border and migration legislation;
  • the destination country;
  • transit countries;
  • the airline operating the flight.

The information provided on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not replace official decisions or requirements of competent government authorities.

We wish you a comfortable journey and a smooth passage through all formalities!

Navoiy International Airport ✈️

Important Information Regarding Passports of Citizens of Uzbekistan

According to Paragraph 3 of Presidential Decree No. UP-5156 dated August 16, 2017, the biometric passport of a citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan (the “green passport”) was valid for departure from Uzbekistan only until January 1, 2021.

From the above-mentioned date, departure from the country is permitted only with the new-generation biometric international passport (the “red passport”).

At the same time, holders of a “green passport” may travel within Uzbekistan and enter Uzbekistan using the “green passport” until its validity period expires.

Documents Required for Domestic Flights Within the Republic of Uzbekistan:

  • Biometric passport;
  • ID card;
  • Driving licence;
  • Birth certificate — for children and infants.