Uzbekistan
Landmines
Unmarked landmines are a threat in regions bordering Afghanistan, Tajikistan and the Kyrgyz Republic. See Safety
Driving permit
You can drive in Uzbekistan if you have both:
You must get your IDP before departing Australia.
Road travel
You’re 2 times as likely to be killed in a car accident in Uzbekistan as in Australia.
Hazards include:
Rural roads are particularly treacherous, including in the Tian Shan and Fan Mountains.
Drivers must pay a fee to bring cars into Uzbekistan. The size of the fee depends on how long you’ll stay. Pay at border crossings.
You need an official permit for any travel to:
Security checkpoints are common.
There aren’t many service stations in rural areas.
Check you have the right insurance before driving.
If you plan to drive:
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learn local traffic laws and practices
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get local advice on road conditions in rural areas
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avoid travel at night
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be alert to hazards especially at night
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don’t drink and drive
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obey police signals to stop, including at checkpoints
Driving to border regions is risky. If you do, check in advance if the borders are open.
More information:
Motorcycles
Check your insurance policy covers you using a motorbike, quad bike or similar vehicle.
Always wear a helmet.
Taxis
Use only registered taxis and limousines. Arrange them through your hotel if you can.
Public transport
If you plan to take the bus or train, check your itinerary carefully. Some domestic routes transit through bordering countries.
If this is the case, make sure you hold:
Rail travel can be unreliable and dangerous due to crime.
More information:
Air travel
DFAT doesn’t provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.
Check Uzbekistan’s air safety profile with the Aviation Safety Network.
More information:
Read the original advice at SmartTraveller.gov.au by Australian Government