Last Change:
06/12/2025
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On the Procedure for Entry, Exit, Stay, and Transit of Foreign Citizens and Stateless Persons in the Republic of Uzbekistan “
Year: 1996
Type: Domestic law
Rights Category: Asylum, Freedom of movement, Liberty & security of person, Documentation
Description
The Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. 408 (November 21, 1996) establishes the procedures for the entry, exit, stay, and transit of foreign citizens and stateless persons in Uzbekistan. It outlines visa requirements, registration procedures, permitted durations of stay, and conditions for extending or terminating stays. The resolution also regulates border crossing processes, transit regulations, and the responsibilities of foreign nationals while in the country. Additionally, it specifies grounds for denial of entry or deportation and provides guidelines for legal compliance to ensure national security and public order.
Selected provisions
A foreign citizen may be denied entry into the Republic of Uzbekistan if:
a) It is necessary to ensure national security or maintain public order;
b) It is required to protect the rights and legitimate interests of citizens of the Republic of Uzbekistan and other persons;
c) The person is involved in the activities of foreign terrorist, extremist, or other criminal organizations;
d) The person has knowingly provided false information about themselves or failed to submit the required documents.