Without an international passport, a citizen of Uzbekistan cannot leave the country — regardless of the purpose of travel. It is required for tourism, work, study, medical treatment, and transit. This guide explains where and how to apply for an international passport, which documents are needed, how much it costs, and how long the process takes.

Who Needs an International Passport

An international passport is required for all citizens of Uzbekistan traveling abroad. There are no exceptions based on the purpose of travel or the visa regime — the document is needed for both visa-required and visa-free countries.

Uzbekistan issues only biometric international passports. Their validity depends on age:

• For children under 10 years old — 5 years.
• For individuals aged 10 to 16 — 7 years.
• For individuals over 16 years old — 10 years.

Each child receives their own passport; children cannot be added to a parent’s passport.

Where to Apply for an International Passport

Applications can be submitted in two places:

• Public Service Centers.
• Passport offices of internal affairs agencies.

Both options are legally equivalent. The place of submission does not depend on the travel purpose or destination country. International passports are issued under a unified procedure for all applicants.

The applicant must be physically present to submit the documents and undergo mandatory procedures, including biometric data collection.

How to Submit an Application

You can fill out the application online in advance through the government services portal or complete it in person at a Public Service Center or passport office.

Regardless of the chosen method, the applicant must visit the authority in person to finalize the procedure.

During the in-person visit:

• Documents are verified.
• Biometric data (fingerprints and photo) are collected.
• The applicant signs the form.

Personal presence is mandatory because the passport is a biometric document. Fully remote submission or submission via a representative is not allowed.

The order of service and waiting time depend on the specific location and workload, but this does not affect the production time.

Submitting an Application Through the Government Services Portal

Applications can be completed online in advance at my.gov.uz. On the website, the applicant selects the service and sees the current state fee for online submission.

After selecting the service, the applicant fills in the online form. Some data is loaded automatically; the remaining information must be entered manually.

At this stage, the applicant also selects the region and the specific office where biometric data will be provided — a Public Service Center or a migration department.

The application form also includes additional details about relatives and employment history for recent years.

Before submission, the portal offers a preview to verify all data.

After confirmation, the applicant pays the state fee through the portal. Online submission uses a reduced fee.

After submitting the application and paying the fee, the applicant must personally visit the selected office to verify documents and provide biometric data. Without this step, the passport will not be issued.

In addition, applicants can use the electronic queue to schedule their visit.

What the Electronic Queue Is For

The electronic queue is not used to apply for a passport. It is only for scheduling a visit to the passport office or Public Service Center.

It helps applicants:

• Reduce waiting time.
• Plan the in-person visit.

The electronic queue does not replace the application, does not include fee payment, and does not initiate passport issuance. It simply organizes the visit.

Required Documents

For Adults

• Identity document (e.g., ID card).
• Payment confirmation document (if not paid online).
• Old international passport (if available).

For Children

• Child’s birth certificate.
• Representative’s identity document.
• Payment confirmation document.

In some cases, additional documents may be required:

• Consent from the second parent (if needed).
• Guardianship documents.

The child must be present because biometric data is collected.

Cost of an International Passport

The cost depends on the applicant’s age and the method of submission. All amounts are based on the current Basic Calculation Value (BCV).

• Online submission: reduced fee.
• In-person submission: full fee.

Payment is made in Uzbek soums. The exact amount appears on the portal or during in-person submission. Rates and the BCV are established by law and published on lex.uz.

How to Get a Passport for a Child

Each child receives their own passport. The procedure is similar to the adult one but includes specific requirements.

Who Submits the Application

The application is submitted by:

• Parents.
• Legal representatives.

They must confirm their authority to represent the child.

Child’s Presence

The child must be physically present because biometric data is collected.

Parental Consent

Consent from the second parent may be required when:

• Parents are divorced.
• In other cases.

This is determined during submission.

Processing Time

The official processing time is up to 10 working days. In reality, it may take longer due to weekends, holidays, or workload.

How to Check Passport Status

At the Place of Submission

Notification may come:

• By phone.
• By email.
• In person.

Via the Government Services Portal

If the application was submitted through my.gov.uz, the status appears in the personal account.

If No Notification Was Received

Status can be checked:

• By calling the submission place.
• By visiting it in person.

Passports are issued only in person and only upon presentation of an ID.

Source: kun.uz