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Nukus: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Nukus is the sixth-largest city in Uzbekistan and the capital of the autonomous Republic of Karakalpakstan. The population of Nukus as of 2026 is 349.4 thousand people.

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Now in the cityNukus+15°CClear · sunset 05:53 PMupdated 05:33 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map2
Exchange rateUZS 11,926.67per 1 $UZS — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Worth a day trip

Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Set your passport — processing time, fee and documents differ between passports.

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Updated information about global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.
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Exercise normal precaution in Uzbekistan . Uzbekistan is generally a safe destination for U.S. travelers.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Nukus International Airport NCU3.6 km from the centre
Dashoguz International Airport TAZ80 km from the centre
Urgench International Airport UGC130 km from the centre

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