Guidance

Uzbekistan: legal and prison systems

Information on legal and detention systems in Uzbekistan for British nationals abroad.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 18 March 2013
• Last updated: 26 January 2024 — See all updates

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Information pack for British nationals arrested or detained in Uzbekistan

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This guidance explains how to:

• arrange visits
• send money to a prisoner
• apply for a transfer to a UK prison

This information is not meant to be definitive, and is not a substitute for independent legal advice. Neither His Majesty’s Government nor its staff take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information, nor accept liability for any loss, costs, damage, or expense that you might suffer as a result of relying on the information. The information contained in this guide is general and factual. You should contact local lawyers for independent legal advice.

Published 18 March 2013
Last updated 26 January 2024 + show all updates

1. 26 January 2024

   This guidance has been reviewed and updated where necessary.

2. 28 April 2023

   Guidance has been reviewed and updated.

3. 7 January 2019

   Information reviewed and updated.

4. 18 March 2013

   First published.