{
  "id": 4604064,
  "title": "Planning a trip to Uzbekistan? Indians can now stay visa-free for 30 days",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/planning-a-trip-to-uzbekistan-indians-can-now-stay-visa-free-for-30",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-31T08:20:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Live Mint",
    "slug": "live-mint",
    "url": "https://www.livemint.com/news/india/planning-a-trip-to-uzbekistan-indians-can-now-stay-visa-free-for-30-days-11788163962513.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a recent development, Uzbekistan has announced that it will allow Indian citizens to enter the country without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. This new policy, announced by Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during his state visit to India, aims to strengthen cultural, trade and travel ties between the two nations. Indian travelers can now enjoy enhanced flexibility in planning their itineraries, exploring Uzbekistan's historic cities, renowned architecture and rich culture without the need for a visa. The new rule comes as the two countries seek to deepen their economic and cultural relationship. Indian passport holders visiting Uzbekistan can now experience attractions such as Tashkent's metro, Samarkand's Registan, and Bukhara's historic streets. The visa-free entry also allows travelers the opportunity to delve deeper into Uzbekistan's Silk Road heritage, visit craft traditions in the Fergana Valley and explore the country's diverse landscapes and culinary delights.",
  "summary": "Uzbekistan has announced visa-free entry for Indian citizens for stays of up to 30 days. The move was announced by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during his talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Tashkent.",
  "key_points": [
    "Indian citizens can now stay visa-free in Uzbekistan for 30 days.",
    "Policy announced by Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during India visit.",
    "Allows exploration of Uzbekistan's historic cities and Silk Road heritage."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}