Uzbekistan Travel Risk

Exercise normal precaution in Uzbekistan.

Uzbekistan is generally a safe destination for U.S. travelers.

Global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East

Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights.

Your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle East. Before you travel:

• check travel advice for any countries or territories you are transiting through
• check for the latest updates from your airline or tour operator
• review your travel insurance policy for coverage
• monitor local and international media for the latest information and sign up for travel advice email alerts

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide as well as support for British nationals abroad which includes:

• advice on preparing for travel abroad and reducing risks
• information for women, LGBT+ and disabled travellers

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad.

Terrorism in Uzbekistan

Terrorist attacks in Uzbekistan cannot be ruled out.

Attacks could be indiscriminate and happen anywhere. They could affect western interests and places visited by foreigners.

Previous attacks include:

• in 2022, rockets were fired from Afghanistan into southern Uzbekistan. Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) claimed responsibility
• in 2019, it was reported that 17 people were killed in an armed attack on a Tajik security checkpoint on the Uzbekistan-Tajikistan border. Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) claimed responsibility

If you are travelling in areas where attacks have previously occurred, stay aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities.

This section has safety advice for regions of Uzbekistan. It only covers regions where FCDO has specific advice.

You should also read FCDO’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice.

Uzbekistan-Afghanistan border

Be cautious if travelling near the border with Afghanistan, and follow the instructions of the local authorities.

The border crossing with Afghanistan, the Friendship Bridge, remains officially closed to foreigners. See Afghanistan travel advice.

The banks of the Amudarya river, which form the border between Uzbekistan and Afghanistan, are fenced off, and there is a significant Uzbek military presence within that area, known as the ‘neutral zone’. You risk arrest if you approach the fence or take photos of military infrastructure or personnel in the neutral zone.

Many of the tourist sites close to the border require the permission of the local authorities to visit, or require you to be part of an organised tour group.

In April 2022, rockets were fired from Afghanistan into southern Uzbekistan. Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) claimed responsibility. See Terrorism.

Risk level

Uzbekistan - Take normal security precautions

Take normal security precautions in Uzbekistan.

Regional risks

Border with Afghanistan - Avoid all travel

Avoid all travel to within 5 km of the border with Afghanistan due to the ongoing and dangerous security situation and the risk of terrorism.

Borders areas

In March 2025, Tajik, Uzbek and Kyrgyz authorities reached an agreement on the delimitation of their shared borders. Despite the agreement, tensions could arise during and after the delimitation process.

Armed clashes have occurred in the mountainous area bordering Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.

Afghanistan

The land border between Uzbekistan and Afghanistan has been closed since the Taliban takeover in 2021.

The area is heavily guarded and the Uzbek military established several checkpoints to deter smuggling, illegal crossings and other illegal activities.

In 2022, shelling from Afghanistan was reported in the Uzbek city of Termez, causing damage to several buildings.

Tajikistan

In 2020, Uzbekistan announced the completion of a demining operation along its border with Tajikistan.

Although no incidents have been reported since, landmines still pose a safety risk.

Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyz authorities may restrict access to border crossings with Uzbekistan without warning.

You should confirm with local authorities if border posts are open for travel before heading to Kyrgyzstan.

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