At this current time, the following documents are required for entry to Central Asia:
- A valid passport with a minimum of 6 months' validity.
- Travel documents including flight tickets and itinerary
- Complete a foreign currency declaration form on arrival.
Armenia
- Australian passport holders are visa exempt up to 90 days per 180 days.
- There are no entry requirements for Armenia - however this could change at any moment. To stay up to date please check Smart Traveller
Azerbaijan
- E-visa is require for Australian passport holder - Wendy Wu Tours will apply for this on your behalf. Additional information can be found here
Georgia
- As of 01 January 2026, it will become mandatory for all tourists entering Georgia to have health and accident insurance. This must be presented in paper form; please ensure that you have a printed copy of your travel insurance with you to show upon entry. (This was previously to be introduced effective from 01 June 2024, however has been postponed to January 2026)
- Australian passport holders are visa exempt up to 1 year
Kyrgyzstan
- Australian passport holders are visa exempt up to 60 days
Turkmenistan
- Visa on arrival (USD 55 + USD 14 immigration fee) paid on arrival in USD bills only.
- COVID-19 PCR test is required on arrival for (USD 33) at passenger's own expense paid in USD bills only.
- International Covid vaccination Certificate (minimum 2 vaccines)
- Additional information can be found here.
Tajikistan
- Australian passport holders are exempt for up to 30 days single entry into Tajikistan only.
- All fully vaccinated travellers must present certified proof of vaccination. Children under the age of 3 are exempt.
- All unvaccinated travellers must hold proof of a negative test. Accepted tests are a PCR tests issued within 72 hours before departure. Children under the age of 3 are exempt.
- Unvaccinated travellers without a valid pre-departure PCR test result may be required to take a PCR test upon arrival.
- All travellers who are required to register with OVIR (staying in Tajikistan for longer than 30 days), must submit a copy of the vaccination certificate.
- You must register within 10 working days of arrival. If you are staying in a hotel, your passport is required and staff will complete the registration paperwork at check-in and return your passport to you. You will need to do this at each hotel you stay at.
Uzbekistan
- If you are staying in a hotel, your passport is required and staff will complete the registration paperwork at check-in and return your passport to you. You will need to do this at each hotel you stay at.
Note: Entry requirements change frequently and without prior notice. It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure they complete the necessary forms and meet the entry requirements for the country visiting. For the most up to date requirements and in country information, Please visit the Smart Traveller Website.
Travel Insurance
It is strongly recommend you purchase fully comprehensive travel insurance for the duration of your holiday including Covid-19 cover. If you haven't done so already, please email info@wendywutours.com.au your insurance provider and policy number for our records.
Further queries:
Please call 1300 727 998, email info@wendywutours.com.au or speak to your travel agent should you have any questions regarding entry to Central Asia.
Last updated June 2024