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Uzbekistan Visa for China Citizens 2026

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Chinese citizens need an Uzbekistan e-visa (Tourist or Business) — apply online at https://e-visa.gov.uz/; fee USD 20; processing up to 3 business days; single-entry and up to 30 days stay.

Guide last updated September 4, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned date of entry and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamps.
  • Specific forms: there is no separate paper form; complete the online application on https://e-visa.gov.uz/ and upload a scanned passport data page and a recent digital photo.
  • Financial proof: not required by the e-visa application; ensure you have sufficient funds to cover your stay.
  • Accommodation and return ticket: provide the address of your first place of stay in Uzbekistan and a return or onward ticket or sufficient onward travel plans.
  • Photo spec: upload a recent color passport-style photo (approximately 35x45 mm) with a white background.
  • Biometrics: not required; no in-person biometrics collection for the e-visa.
  • Travel health insurance: not mandatory for the e-visa; recommended to have coverage.

Visa types

  • Tourist e-visa (Tourism): Official name: Uzbekistan e-visa for tourism. Validity: up to 90 days from issue; stay: up to 30 days; entry: single-entry; approximate fee: USD 20.
  • Business e-visa (Business): Official name: Uzbekistan e-visa for business. Validity: up to 90 days from issue; stay: up to 30 days; entry: single-entry; approximate fee: USD 20.

How to apply online

  • How to apply online: visit https://e-visa.gov.uz/ and create an account.
  • Steps: login, select Tourist or Business, fill personal details, upload passport data page and photo, enter travel itinerary (hotel/address in Uzbekistan), supply return/onward travel details, pay the visa fee with a bank card, submit the application.
  • Processing time: up to 3 working days.
  • How approval arrives: you will receive the approved e-visa by email and it will also appear in your e-visa portal account; print a copy or save to your device and bring it on arrival.

Fees & processing time

  • E-visa fee: USD 20; local currency (UZS) equivalent around 220,000 UZS at typical rates.
  • No VFS/BLS service fee applies to online e-visa; there may be a small card processing fee charged by your bank.
  • Total cost estimate: about USD 20 (plus minor card fees).
  • Standard processing time: up to 3 working days.
  • Express/priority option: not publicly listed on the official portal.

Tips for China travelers

  • Apply well in advance: aim to submit your e-visa application at least 7–14 days before your planned travel date to account for any delays.
  • Common rejection reasons for China applicants: passport validity less than 6 months from entry; name transliteration mismatches between passport and application; incomplete travel details or hotel/address; poor quality photo; missing or inconsistent travel dates; missing or inconsistent supporting documents.
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy application: for the e-visa you apply online; no VFS/BLS submission is required.
  • Travel advisories or bilateral notes: check current entry requirements with the official Uzbekistan MFA site (https://www.mfa.uz/) and with the Uzbek embassy in China; monitor any travel advisories.
  • Extension options inside Uzbekistan: e-visas are generally not extendable; if you need a longer stay, you should apply for a new e-visa before expiry or consider the appropriate visa category through the embassy; overstaying can lead to penalties.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.