Uzbekistan introduces visa-free entry for Omanis
ASTANA – Uzbekistan has introduced a 30-day visa-free regime for citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman from June 1.
The corresponding decree was signed by the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. According to the document, it is planned to increase the number of foreign tourists to 15.8 million by the end of the year, and the export of services to travelers to $4 billion, reported the Uzbek Justice Ministry's press service on May 20.
The country also plans to attract 40 million domestic tourists. To achieve this milestone, the services of 378 new tour operators will be established.
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