🇺🇿Uzbekistan
Asia
Information
Capital
Tashkent
Population
37,500,000
Currency
Uzbekistani som (UZS сўм)
Languages
ouzbek, russe
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+998
Timezone
Asia/Tashkent
Area
447,400 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
September 1 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.uz
About
Uzbekistan is a Central Asian country, the second most populous in the region with 37.5 million inhabitants. It is renowned for its rich historical heritage with cities like Samarkand and Bukhara. Its economy relies on natural resources, industry, and agriculture.
Safety
Risk level :Niveau modéré à élevé selon les zones, vigilance recommandée en raison de criminalité et risques terroristes.
Risk areas
Frontières avec Afghanistan et Tadjikistan - Terrorisme et tensionsVallée de Ferghana - Risques ethniques et extrémisme
Crime(medium)
- Éviter de porter des objets de valeur
- Ne pas se déplacer seul la nuit
Terrorism(medium)
- Suivre les avis des autorités locales
- Éviter les rassemblements
Transport
- Utiliser des taxis officiels
- Vérifier l'état des véhicules
Natural risks(Séismes et inondations possibles)
- Se renseigner sur les alertes sismiques
Health(Système de santé limité hors Tachkent)
- Vaccins recommandés: hépatite A/B, typhoïde
- Assurance rapatriement obligatoire
Practical tips
- Inscription au registre des voyageurs
- Respecter les coutumes locales
- Avoir des espèces en soums
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center150-250
1-bedroom apartment in city center200-350
1-bedroom apartment in suburb100-200
3-bedroom apartment in city center400-600
3-bedroom apartment in suburb250-400
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal3-5
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant10-20
McDonald's menu5-7
Local beer (0.5L)1-2
Cappuccino1-2
Water (1.5L)0.50-1
Bread (500g)0.20-0.50
Milk (1L)0.50-1
Eggs (12)1-2
Chicken (1kg)3-5
Apples (1kg)1-2
Bananas (1kg)0.50-1
Transport
Public transport ticket0.10-0.20
Monthly transport subscription5-10
Taxi ride (start)1-2
Taxi (1km)0.50-1
Gasoline (1L)0.50-1
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)20-50
Tennis court (1h weekend)5-10
Cinema2-5
Theater5-10
Health
General practitioner consultation5-10
Dentist consultation10-20
Antibiotic medications5-10
Cold medications (6 days)5-10
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)10-20/mois
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)5-10/mois
Public services for 85m² apartment20-50/mois
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)20-40
Nike sports shoes40-80
International primary school (monthly)200-500
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type F
Emergency numbers
Police102
Ambulance103
Fire department101
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
Not mandatory, 5-10% appreciated