Uzbekistan seeks further easing of visa rules for Malaysia travel

THE NEWS: Uzbekistan has introduced visa‑free entry for citizens of more than 93 countries and launched an electronic visa system for nationals of more than 70 other countries, Uzbek officials said during a Kuala Lumpur meeting with Malaysian immigration authorities.

DETAILS:

The meeting was held in Kuala Lumpur between Uzbek diplomats and Aminudin bin Yahaya, Deputy Director General of Malaysia’s Immigration Department.

Uzbekistan outlined reforms aimed at promoting safe overseas employment and supporting Uzbek citizens who work and study abroad.

Both sides highlighted expanding cooperation in trade, economic relations, tourism, education, and cultural and humanitarian exchanges.

Several agreements underpinning this cooperation were signed during reciprocal official visits by the leaders of Uzbekistan and Malaysia.

Aminudin bin Yahaya praised the reforms and noted growth in tourist exchanges between the two countries.

WHY IT MATTERS: Easier visa access is expected to boost tourist flows and simplify travel for Uzbek workers and students, strengthening Uzbekistan‑Malaysia tourism and labour links.

FAQ

How many countries’ citizens can now enter Uzbekistan visa‑free?
Uzbekistan announced that citizens of more than 93 countries can now enter the country without a visa, a move presented by Uzbek officials at a meeting in Kuala Lumpur with Malaysian immigration representatives.

How many nationalities are eligible for Uzbekistan’s electronic visa system?
Uzbekistan has launched an electronic visa system that allows nationals of more than 70 countries to apply online for travel authorisation, a reform highlighted during the Kuala Lumpur discussion on visa policy and overseas employment support.

Which Malaysian official met with Uzbek diplomats to discuss the visa reforms?
The Malaysian official at the meeting was Aminudin bin Yahaya, Deputy Director General of Malaysia’s Immigration Department, who praised Uzbekistan’s reforms and noted an increase in tourist exchanges between the two nations.

What areas of cooperation are expanding between Uzbekistan and Malaysia?
Uzbekistan and Malaysia said they are expanding cooperation in trade, economic relations, tourism, education, and cultural and humanitarian exchanges, with several agreements signed during reciprocal visits by each country’s leaders.

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