Uzbekistan customs rules & duty-free allowances

Last reviewed July 2, 2026

Uzbekistan permits duty-free import of up to 1 liter of alcohol and 200 cigarettes (or 50 cigars or 250g tobacco) for travelers aged 18+. Cash over USD 10,000 must be declared. Narcotics, psychotropic substances, and certain printed materials are strictly prohibited.

Duty-free allowances

Alcohol

1.0 L

1 liter of alcoholic beverages (any strength). Traveler must be 18+.

Tobacco

200 cigarettes

or 50 cigars / 250 g

Cash to declare

$10,000

Cash and monetary instruments exceeding USD 10,000 (or equivalent in any currency) must be declared on the customs declaration form. Failure to declare may result in confiscation and fines.

Goods duty-free

$800

Personal goods and gifts up to a total value of USD 800 (or equivalent) are duty-free. Items exceeding this value are subject to customs duties at rates up to 30%.

Prohibited — banned from import

Narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances
Weapons, ammunition, explosives, and military equipment
Radioactive materials and hazardous waste
Printed materials, films, or recordings that promote terrorism, extremism, or pornography
Meat and dairy products without official veterinary certificates
Endangered species of flora and fauna (CITES-listed) and products made from them

Restricted — allowed with a permit or declaration

Medicines containing psychotropic or narcotic substances (require a prescription and a permit from the Ministry of Health)
Cultural valuables (antiques, artworks, archaeological finds) require an export permit from the Ministry of Culture
Drones and unmanned aerial vehicles require prior registration and permission from the State Security Service
Satellite phones and radio equipment require a permit from the Ministry for Development of Information Technologies and Communications
Plants, seeds, and live animals require phytosanitary or veterinary certificates

Rules worth knowing

Currency Declaration

All travelers entering Uzbekistan with cash, traveler's cheques, or monetary instruments exceeding USD 10,000 (or equivalent) must complete a customs declaration form. The declaration must be presented upon exit to avoid confiscation.

Temporary Import of Vehicles

Foreign-registered vehicles may be imported duty-free for up to 3 months. A temporary import permit is issued at the border, and the vehicle must be re-exported within that period or face penalties.

Prohibited Printed Materials

Import of literature, videos, or digital media that contain extremist, separatist, or pornographic content is strictly prohibited. Customs officers may inspect electronic devices and confiscate offending materials.

Gold and Precious Metals

Import of gold bars, coins, or jewelry exceeding a total value of USD 10,000 must be declared. Export of gold items without a permit from the Central Bank is prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

You may bring up to 1 liter of alcoholic beverages (any strength) duty-free. You must be at least 18 years old.

You may bring 200 cigarettes OR 50 cigars OR 250g of tobacco, or a combination not exceeding 250g total. The minimum age is 18.

Yes, if you are carrying cash or monetary instruments equivalent to USD 10,000 or more (in any currency), you must declare them on the customs form. Failure to do so can lead to confiscation and fines.

Drones are restricted. You must obtain prior permission from the State Security Service and register the drone. Without a permit, the drone may be confiscated at the border.

Personal goods valued over USD 800 are subject to customs duties, typically 30% of the excess value. You must declare all goods on the customs form.

Medicines for personal use are generally allowed, but those containing psychotropic or narcotic substances require a doctor's prescription and a permit from the Ministry of Health. Carry a copy of the prescription and keep medicines in original packaging.

Official source

State Customs Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan