Tourism
Tourism
Thailand to end visa-free travel for Uzbeks in Sept
Thailand will require citizens of Uzbekistan to obtain a tourist visa prior to travel starting 15 September 2026, ending visa-free entry and VoA.
Uzbekistan and India to Expand Tourism Cooperation
Uzbekistan and India have signed a 2026–2028 tourism cooperation programme covering travel exchanges, joint projects and new tourist routes.
Uzbekistan and Kashgar to Expand Tourism Cooperation
Uzbekistan and Kashgar discussed tourism investment, historical city development, visitor exchanges and a possible Kashgar-Samarkand air route.
Khorezm Hotels Receive 7.24 Billion Soums in Subsidies
Ten hotels in Uzbekistan’s Khorezm region received 7.244 billion soums in subsidies in 2026 to develop tourism infrastructure and capacity.
Gault&Millau Explores Restaurant and Hotel Evaluation in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan's Tourism Committee and Gault&Millau discussed evaluating local hospitality and launching a dedicated national culinary guide.
Uzbekistan Travel to Türkiye Up 17.7 Percent in 2026
A total of 166,893 Uzbek citizens traveled to Türkiye in January–July 2026, marking a 17.7 percent increase compared to the same period in 2025.
Tourist arrivals from Uzbekistan to Malaysia rise 62%
Malaysia welcomed 16,283 tourists from Uzbekistan in the first half of 2026, a 62% increase from the same period last year.
Tashkent Hosts International Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Summit
Tashkent hosted the International Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Summit featuring over 100 industry representatives from 20 countries.
First Phase of Sangardak Tourism Complex Opens in Sariosiyo District
The Tourism Committee reported the launch of the first phase of the Sangardak tourism complex in Surxondaryo region.
Uzbekistan and Korea to Deploy AI for Khiva Tourism Flows
Uzbekistan and South Korea are launching an AI-driven project in Khiva's Ichan-Kala to manage tourist flows and preserve historic sites.