A responsible souvenir is also a legal one

Before you pack it or buy it

Customs rules in Uzbekistan are not only about obvious prohibited items. Cultural objects, old textiles, archaeological material, wildlife products, medicines, drones, cash and precious metals can all raise questions at the border. When in doubt, verify before purchase or departure; a market seller is not a customs authority.

Items protected by the state and included in the list of cultural heritage objects of the Republic of Uzbekistan.Exhibits from museums, archives, and state or public collections.Artifacts related to the history, archaeology, ethnography, and culture of Uzbekistan, as well as to famous historical figures.Parts of architectural, historical, and artistic monuments.Any items found during archaeological excavations on the territory of Uzbekistan.Icons, manuscripts, and religious items made before the mid-19th century.Unique items over 50 years old made of gold, platinum, silver, or using precious and semi-precious stones, without special permission from the authorities.Rare animals and plants listed in the Red Book of Uzbekistan, as well as products made from them (skins, horns, bones, feathers).Weapons, ammunition, and dangerous items without special permits.Narcotic and psychotropic substances, as well as potent drugs without a prescription.Goods requiring special permission for export from UzbekistanItems of cultural value that are not completely prohibited from export, but are subject to examination and approval by the authorized authorities.Antiques and works of art created more than 50 years ago that are not included in the list of cultural heritage objects, subject to an expert opinion.National musical instruments, folk and applied art objects that have historical or cultural value.Jewelry and items made of precious metals and stones, if they exceed the established norms or have cultural value.Pets, provided they have a veterinary passport, certificates, and international permits.Plants, seeds, seedlings, and products of plant origin, provided they have a phytosanitary certificate.Products of animal origin (meat, fish, caviar, etc.) — if accompanied by a veterinary certificate and within permissible limits.Medicines containing potent, narcotic, or psychotropic substances — if accompanied by a doctor's prescription and in limited quantities.Weapons, sporting weapons, hunting knives, and their components — with permits from the relevant authorities.Cash and valuables exceeding the limit established by law — subject to mandatory declaration.