Saudi Arabia welcomes record number of visitors from Uzbekistan
22:43, 3 February 2026
In 2025, 366,251 citizens of Uzbekistan visited Saudi Arabia, according to data released by the country’s National Statistics Committee, UzA reports.
This figure represents a 71% increase – or 163,000 more travelers – compared with the previous year.
The breakdown of travel purposes is as followed:
· Tourism: 197,900 people
· Visiting relatives: 38,200 people
· Medical treatment: 924 people
· Official-business trips: 66 people
· Education: 31 people.
The sharp rise underscores Saudi Arabia’s growing appeal as a destination for Uzbek citizens, particularly for tourism and family visits.
Earlier, it was reported that Uzbekistan’s tourism potential was showcased in the U.S.