Uzbekistan’s passport has made notable progress in recent years, with its Mobility Score reaching an impressive 78 in 2025, up from 55 in 2020. However, despite this advancement in mobility, the country’s Passport Power Rank has seen a slight dip, dropping from 67 in 2024 to 68 in 2025.
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Increased Mobility but a Minor Drop in Power Rank
Uzbekistan’s Mobility Score has surged, indicating that more countries are becoming accessible for Uzbek passport holders. However, the Passport Power Rank—which is a direct reflection of a passport’s overall strength—has slightly dropped in the past year, from 67 in 2024 to 68 in 2025. This suggests that while the number of visa-free countries has increased, Uzbekistan’s passport has not advanced enough to significantly improve its global ranking.
In 2025, Uzbekistan’s Mobility Score ranks it at 78, offering access to 27 visa-free destinations worldwide. Despite this rise in mobility, the minor drop in its Passport Power Rank reflects a challenge in gaining broader global recognition compared to other countries with similar scores.
Visa-Free and Visa-On-Arrival Highlights
Despite the slight drop in power rank, the increase in Uzbekistan’s Mobility Score offers significant advantages for travelers:
- Long Stays:
- Uzbekistan citizens can stay in Georgia for up to 360 days, while Antigua and Barbuda and Armenia offer stays of up to 180 days.
- Regional Neighbors:
- In Central Asia, Kazakhstan allows up to 30 days, while Kyrgyzstan grants 60 days. Neighboring Tajikistan and Azerbaijan offer stays of between 30 and 90 days.
- Tropical Escapes:
- For those seeking some sunshine, Barbados allows stays up to 28 days, and Dominica offers 21 days. Grenada and St. Vincent and the Grenadines have no restrictions for short stays.
- Adventurous Stops:
- Uzbekistan citizens can explore Iran for up to 15 days, Thailand for up to 60 days, and the Philippines for 30 days.
- Global Connections:
- Key destinations like the United Arab Emirates and Malaysia allow for 30 days, while Micronesia and Namibia also offer generous visa-free stays of 30 and 90 days, respectively.
Comparing Uzbekistan’s Progress with Regional Neighbors
Uzbekistan’s Mobility Score places it at an advantageous position compared to some neighboring countries, but its Passport Power Rank still lags behind others like Kazakhstan:
Kazakhstan:
With a Mobility Score of 96, Kazakhstan’s passport ranks 52nd globally, granting access to 42 visa-free countries. Its World Reach of 48% shows that Kazakhstan’s passport remains more powerful than Uzbekistan’s despite Uzbekistan’s higher Mobility Score.
Kyrgyzstan:
Kyrgyzstan shares the same Mobility Score of 78 but ranks lower globally at 68th. It offers visa-free access to 27 destinations, similar to Uzbekistan, but its World Reach stands at 39%.
Tajikistan:
Tajikistan’s passport holds a Mobility Score of 73, ranking 72nd globally. It provides visa-free access to 23 countries and has a World Reach of 37%.
Turkmenistan:
Turkmenistan’s passport, with a Mobility Score of 68, offers visa-free access to 15 countries, placing it at 76th globally.
Afghanistan:
Afghanistan’s passport remains the weakest in the region, with a Mobility Score of 41 and access to only 3 visa-free countries, placing it at 94th globally.
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