Embassy of Russia in Tashkent, Uzbekistan; address Nukus st. 83, Tashkent; phone +998781203502. Head of mission: Mr. Vladimir Turdenev.
Frequently asked questions
How attractive is Russia as a destination for visitors from Uzbekistan?
Russia offers a diverse range of cultural and natural attractions that can appeal to visitors from Uzbekistan. While it receives around 6.4 million foreign tourists each year, its true allure lies in the variety of experiences available. Given that 8.4 million Uzbekistanis travel abroad annually, a portion of them may find Russia to be an appealing destination.
Please answer the following question: How safe is Russia for tourists coming from Uzbekistan?
Russia's safety for tourists from Uzbekistan can be assessed through various rankings and statistics. According to safety rankings, Russia is 30th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, but lacks specific data for Uzbekistan. The Global Peace Index places Russia at 154th out of 160 countries, indicating it is less safe than Uzbekistan, which ranks 58th.
In terms of crime rates, Uzbekistan has a significantly lower murder rate of 1.4 per 100,000 people compared to Russia's 6.8. For female murders, Uzbekistan reports 1.1 per 100,000, while Russia has 3.3.
The Global Organized Crime Index shows that Uzbekistan generally has better scores across various crime categories compared to Russia, particularly in mafia presence, crime networks, and state crime.
Overall, while tourists can visit Russia, they should be aware that it is statistically less safe than Uzbekistan, with higher crime rates and a lower Global Peace Index ranking.