Alright, guys, let me tell you about my little adventure trying to get a driver’s license in Uzbekistan. It’s a bit of a story, so grab a drink and settle in.
First off, I heard that Uzbekistan is making it easier to get a driver’s license. You know, going digital and all that. I thought, “Cool, this might be easier than I thought.” So, I started digging around. I found out that you can now apply for a new driver’s license online. It is said the applications can be sent through some kind of personal portal. Sounds fancy, right?
I tried to get into this portal, but let me tell you, it wasn’t as straightforward as I hoped. I spent hours clicking around, trying to find the right forms. And don’t get me started on the website’s loading times. Eventually, I managed to find the application form and started filling it out. It was a long process, with lots of questions and documents to upload.

Here’s what I did, step-by-step:
- Looked for Information: Initially, I searched online to understand the basic requirements and the new online process.
- Accessed the Portal: I navigated to the portal where you can supposedly apply for the license.
- Filled Out the Application: I spent a good chunk of time filling out the online application form with all my details.
- Submitted Documents: There were a bunch of documents I had to scan and upload, which took a while.
- Waited for Processing: After submitting everything, I had to wait. And wait. And wait some more.
I also learned that if you’re a foreigner like me, you need an International Driving Permit (IDP) along with your original license. I found something about a Ministry of Internal Affairs that could help with getting an IDP, but I didn’t go down that road. I was focused on getting the local license first.
After what felt like forever, I finally got an update on my application. It was approved! I was so relieved. But the story doesn’t end there. I still had to go in person to get the actual license card. The pick up is easy enough. So, I went to the designated office, showed my ID, and finally got my hands on my new Uzbekistan driver’s license.
So, yeah, that’s my experience with getting a driver’s license in Uzbekistan. It wasn’t the smoothest process, but I got there in the end. If you’re planning to do the same, just be prepared for a bit of a bureaucratic adventure. But hey, if I can do it, you can too!