In April 2025, Uzbekistan received more than 1 million foreign visitors in a single month — a historic milestone for the country’s tourism industry, according to the State Committee for Tourism.

This achievement highlights Uzbekistan’s growing appeal as a travel destination and marks a significant step in the ongoing development of the national tourism sector. Authorities plan to continue expanding the range of services that meet international standards, while strengthening Uzbekistan’s global position as a competitive and attractive destination. Special attention will be given to promoting eco-friendly and sustainable tourism, the committee added.

According to the National Statistics Committee, Uzbekistan welcomed 1.3 million foreign tourists during January–February 2025 alone. This represents a 37.1% increase (or 361,200 more visitors) compared to the same period last year.

Breakdown of inbound tourist arrivals (Jan–Feb 2025):

• Kyrgyz Republic – 422,591 visitors
• Tajikistan – 401,377 visitors
• Kazakhstan – 199,048 visitors
• Russia – 90,611 visitors
• Afghanistan – 81,797 visitors
• Turkmenistan – 48,871 visitors
• Turkey – 22,520 visitors
• China – 14,062 visitors
• India – 10,326 visitors
• Republic of Korea – 5,292 visitors
• Other countries – 38,810 visitors

This record-breaking growth confirms Uzbekistan’s rising popularity on the global travel map and reflects the country’s commitment to developing a welcoming, high-quality, and sustainable tourism environment.