Location and travel advice

THE is committed to ensuring that all delegates experience a safe, inclusive and enjoyable visit to our events. To help prepare for your visit to our upcoming event, we encourage you to review the travel advice and information below.

Prior to travel, we recommend that delegates refer to the travel advice and instructions provided by their home country's embassy.

New Uzbekistan University
Conference Hall, UCA Building
Movarounnahr Street 1
Tashkent
Uzbekistan

Some delegates may require a visa to enter the country. Please note that it can take several weeks to process a visa application so early application is recommended.

 Check if you require a visa

We can provide visa invitation letters for ticket holders when requested. Please email a photo/scan of your passport to events@timeshighereducation.com once you have booked your ticket.

We cannot accept any responsibility for visa applications. Where a delegate is unable to attend because of failure to obtain a visa on time, the normal cancellation policy for the ticket fee will apply.

We recommend having travel insurance for the duration of your trip. Please contact your travel agent for further details.

Delegates are responsible for reserving and covering the cost of accommodation for the duration of their stay.

Below you will find a map through which you can easily browse for hotels and private accommodations, if you do not want to stay at the official event hotel. Hover over an accommodation to view travel times and distances to the venue.

InterContinental Tashkent, an IHG Hotel

Shakhrisabz Street 2, 100000, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

We have secured a discounted rate for our delegates of US$234/night. To book your room, click on the relevant black pin on the map below.

To protect your personal safety we recommend:

• avoiding having valuables on show
• taking safe and reliable transport
• travelling with colleagues or other delegates, especially at night
• being alert in crowded and tourist areas, airports, restaurants, pubs and bars and on public transport
• keeping your card in sight and concealing your PIN when using ATMs and paying by card

Uzbekistan's main emergency service number is 112. Call this number if you need urgent help from police, fire or ambulance services.

What is the main language?
Uzbek is the main language and Russian is widely spoken, however English is becoming increasingly popular amongst business and public sector officials.

Which currency can I use?
Uzbekistan’s currency is the sum (UZS) with coins in denominations of 50, 100, 200 and 500, and notes in denominations of 1000, 2000, 5000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000 and 100,000. Uzbekistan is a cash economy to paying by card is unusual and only possible in high-end hotels and restaurants in Tashkent, with a standard 3% commission. Visa is more widely accepted than Mastercard. ATMs are easily accessible in most shopping malls, petrol stations and supermarkets.

Which plug socket is used?
Uzbekistan uses type C and F plug sockets. The standard voltage is 220 V at a frequency of 50 Hz. We would recommend bringing a universal adapter.

Will wi-fi be available?
Free wi-fi is available throughout the university's buildings. Connection details will be displayed at the check-in desk.

Are there data roaming charges?
You will need to check the exact charges with your network provider but most international delegates will incur high data roaming charges. We recommend buying an eSIM via Airalo which gives you 1GB of data for 7 days for US$4.50. Use our referral code TIMESH7718 for US$3 off. We recommend checking that your phone supports eSIMs before making your purchase.

Is tap water safe to drink?
It is not recommended to drink tap water unless you boil it first. Bottled water can be bought throughout the country.