The Consulate General of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Washington State commenced its operations in February 2026 as a diplomatic mission under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
The Consulate General provides consular and visa services to citizens of the Republic of Uzbekistan residing in the U.S. states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana, as well as to foreign nationals living within its consular jurisdiction.
Consul General of Uzbekistan
in the State of Washington
What does heritage look like through your eyes? The Consulate General of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Seattle invites children, young people, and adults to express their creativity and tell meaningful stories through art. Participants may choose one of four categories: 🇺🇿 Discover Uzbekistan 🌍 Central Asia 🤝 Uzbekistan & Seattle: A Bridge of Friendship ✨ The Spirit of…
Over the past decade, the socio-economic, cultural, humanitarian, scientific, and educational relations between the Republic of Uzbekistan and the countries of Central Asia have clearly demonstrated that the region’s strategic partners have entered a fundamentally new stage of mutually beneficial cooperation. Particularly noteworthy is the fact that the recent agreements and high-level meetings among the…
Just a few years ago, Central Asia and the Caucasus were rarely considered major players in the global technology landscape. Today, that perception is rapidly changing. The region is steadily strengthening its position on the global innovation map, attracting international investors, technology companies, entrepreneurs, and venture capital. What makes this transformation particularly remarkable is that…
Starting April 1, 2026, a value-added tax refund (Tax Free) system for foreign citizens has been launched at all international airports in Uzbekistan. The new system allows tourists to receive VAT refunds on goods purchased within the country. Refunds can be issued either in cash or transferred to a bank card. If a cashless method…
Former President of the Seattle–Tashkent Sister City Association. He led the organization from 2006 to 2016, making a significant contribution to strengthening cultural and educational cooperation between Seattle and Tashkent. He is the author of the book “Seattle & Tashkent: Fifty Years of a Remarkable Sister City Friendship (1973–2023),” which chronicles the 50-year history of cooperation between the two sister cities.
Co-President of the Seattle–Tashkent Sister City Association (STSCA). She has played a leading role in the organization for many years, contributing to the development of cultural, educational, and citizen diplomacy initiatives while strengthening the long-standing friendship and cooperation between the United States and Uzbekistan.
Co-Vice President of the Seattle–Tashkent Sister City Association (STSCA). He actively supports citizen diplomacy by promoting cultural, educational, and business cooperation between the United States and Uzbekistan, while helping organize initiatives and events that strengthen the long-standing partnership between Seattle and Tashkent.
A founding member and long-serving Chairman of the “Uzbek Mahalla” community organization, and former Vice President of the Seattle–Tashkent Sister City Association (STSCA). In recognition of his outstanding contribution to strengthening cultural, social, and diplomatic relations between Uzbekistan and the United States, fostering friendship between the two nations, and uniting the Uzbek diaspora in the United States, he was awarded Uzbekistan’s “Friendship between Nations” honor by the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Chairman of the “Uzbek Mahalla” Community Organization and a member of the Board of Directors of the Seattle–Tashkent Sister City Association (STSCA). He is actively engaged in strengthening the Uzbek community in Washington State by preserving national traditions, organizing cultural initiatives, and supporting the successful integration of newly arrived Uzbek immigrants into American society.
