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A country in Central Asia surrounded by Kazakhstan and the Aral Sea to the north/northwest, Turkmenistan to the southwest, Tajikistan to the southeast, and Kyrgyzstan to the northeast. It has its own language closely related to Turkish.

A country in surrounded by and the to the north/northwest, to the southwest, to the southeast, and to the northeast. It has its own language closely related to Turkish.

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Turkmenistan visa in Uzbekistan?

I'll be passing through Uzbekistan shortly, and am considering getting a Turkmenistan visa for a quick visit into there. What locations can I get this at, and any idea how long it will take to achieve? I'm on a New Zealand passport.
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Kazakhstan visa in Uzbekistan?

I'll be passing through Uzbekistan shortly, and will need another Kazakhstan tourist visa before I head back there. What locations can I get this at, and any idea how long it will take to achieve?
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What type of tea is used in Central Asia, especially Uzbekistan?

When travelling throughout Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and to a lesser extent, Kazakhstan last year as a guest I was always offered tea, or chai. It was typically black, sometimes green, in a bowl. Some information on this site here What I…
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What are the transport options from Tashkent, Uzbekistan into Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan?

I'm travelling to Tashkent, Uzbekistan in mid-June. What are the transport options going to Kyrgyzstan/Kazakhstan and back regarding time/cost/ease of arranging? Specifically I'm interested in travelling the Tashkent - Osh - Arslanbob - Song Kul -…
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Is travelling through all central Asian countries (Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan) possible only with transit visas?

I'm a Chinese national, living in Belgium right now. I am thinking of departing from Azerbaijan, then taking a ferry to Turkmenistan, then Uzbekistan and maybe Kyrgyzstan, finally arrive in China.(within central Asian countries preferrablly by…
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Khiva to Bukhara (Uzbekistan) for solo traveller

I'm looking into how to get to Bukhara. I've been offered a shared taxi at USD 80 (200,000 soms). The Lonely Planet claims it should be about USD 15. I realise it's been a year since this was written, but still ... I'm wondering about buses, but…
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Uzbekistan-Kyrgyzstan border crossing by bus/train without passing Kazakhstan, possible?

I'm planning a trip by bus or train, even a shared taxi if necessary (but I prefer train), from Uzbekistan to Kyrgyzstan, but I don't plan to get a Kazakhstan visa, so better not to go through Kazakhstan. Is it possible?
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Is it true that Uzbek visas are regularly checked in the Tashkent Metro?

I've read that local Police regularly checks foreigners' Uzbek visas in the Tashkent Metro. Is this true? And what would happen if you didn't have you passport with you? Would you simply be refused entry to the Metro, or would the Police accompany…
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Aktau, Kazakhstan to Bukhara, Uzbekistan?

I'm currently in Aqtau/Aktau, Kazakhstan. The trains look really tricky to get to Bukhara, and I'm wondering if there's a better way, as currently it looks like going back up the line to Beynou (no choice) at night, waiting until the early morning…
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Khiva to Urgench for 8:40 am flight

Is it reasonable to get from Khiva to Urgench for a 8:40 am flight to Taskkent? I was planning to get a hotel in Urgench the night before, but the only hotel in Urgench (online, at least) is the Khorezm at $160/night. Presumably on would have to…
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Uzbekistan ATMs and Mastercard

I have been made aware that very few ATMs in Tashkent accept Mastercard and those that do often run out of cash. I will be needing Uzbek som. I would appreciate advice of the location of any Tashkent airport, bank or hotel ATMs which accept…
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Is it allowed to take Som out of Uzbekistan?

I always take some money home as a souvenir. Uzbekistan seems to have very strict laws regarding cash export. Am I allowed to take some of their local currency out of the country?
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Visa-free regime for USA citizen over 65 yo, travel to Uzbekistan

I plan to visit Uzbekistan and I’m a USA citizen & 66 years old. UZB Government information website states I can travel visa-free. What are the travel requirements besides a passport, and how can I access this information? Thank you for the reply.
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How can I get EU Digital COVID Certificate?

I was vaccinated with AstraZeneca in Uzbekistan. I have a vaccination certificate. The vaccination certificate is accepted by Hungary and currently, I am studying in Hungary. Is it possible to get EU Digital COVID Certificate if I have been…
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Sending gifts home during long trips

I often move and I am almost never at home. I understand that many people are in the same situation. Please, tell me how you congratulate your family and friends at various occasions (birthday, Christmas,...), except phone calls, when you cannot…
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