Bus & Metro
Standard electronic payment fare. A single-use QR ticket purchased with cash costs 3,000 UZS. Transfer rules and travel plans may differ.
Check ATTO fares ↗
Prepare for studying and living in Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan brings together Silk Road heritage and contemporary city life. International students can discover the country's architecture, traditions and hospitality while pursuing their studies in Tashkent.
| Uzbekistan at a Glance | Information |
|---|---|
| Capital / study city | Tashkent |
| Official language | Uzbek; Russian is also widely used. |
| Population | Approximately 39 million; figures change over time. |
| Other cities | Samarkand, Bukhara, Namangan, Andijan and Khiva. |
| Religion | A secular state with a predominantly Muslim population. |
| Currency | Uzbekistani som (UZS) |
| Time zone | UTC +5 |
| Climate | Continental: hot summers and colder winters. Pack for the season of your stay. |
| Entry for study | Requirements depend on citizenship and study duration. See Visa and Arrival. |
TIU offers study opportunities across business and economics, IT, education, foreign languages and law. Review the programme and its actual teaching language before applying.
The Department of International Relations helps applicants and exchange students find the appropriate study route and international support contact.
Uzbekistan's capital combines universities, business activity and cultural venues with parks, museums and historic neighbourhoods. Students can explore the city's metro, local markets and cafés, and use rail connections to visit other parts of the country.
Explore the official Uzbekistan travel guide ↗
Use local prices in Uzbekistani som and build a budget around your own routine.
Standard electronic payment fare. A single-use QR ticket purchased with cash costs 3,000 UZS. Transfer rules and travel plans may differ.
Check ATTO fares ↗One published example: Ucell New Bor 80. This is a specific plan, not an average or the cheapest available option. Check current connection conditions.
Compare operator plans ↗Request the current options from TIU. Confirm the price, location, utilities, deposit and whether you will share the room.
Ask TIU about housing ›Your spending depends on cooking at home, shopping choices and eating out. Use your own daily food budget in the planner below.
No fixed monthly food cost is assumed.Prices checked 5 November 2026. Transport fare effective 1 October 2026. Sources: ATTO and the operator's current tariff page. Provider prices can change.
Enter your own amounts in UZS. This calculates your plan; it does not estimate typical living costs.
Food: daily amount × 30 days. Transport: journeys × 2,500 UZS at the standard electronic fare, without transfer or pass discounts. Tuition, deposits and one-off costs are excluded unless added under Other. Inputs remain on this page and are not submitted.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | 1 January |
| International Women's Day | 8 March |
| Navruz | 21 March |
| Ramazon Hayit / Eid al-Fitr | Date changes each year |
| Day of Remembrance and Honour | 9 May |
| Qurbon Hayit / Eid al-Adha | Date changes each year |
| Independence Day | 1 September |
| Teachers and Mentors Day | 1 October |
| Constitution Day | 8 December |
Religious holiday dates and additional non-working days are announced for each year. Check the official government announcements and the TIU academic calendar before arranging travel.
Explore your study options at TIU and prepare to experience Uzbekistan. Read the admission requirements, plan your stay and start your application through the official portal.
All international applicants applying for a degree programme at TIU must submit their applications through Study in Uzbekistan, the unified electronic platform for international admissions, in accordance with the Ministry's admission procedure. Click Apply Now to begin.
Apply Now ↗Opens Study in Uzbekistan in a new tab. For semester exchange, visit Exchange at TIU & Course Packages.
Have a question about applying, visa arrangements, arrival, accommodation or everyday student life? Contact our International Support Center for guidance and help finding the right TIU service.
Meet your coordinator and support team ›Contact for English-speaking students
Phone: +998 95 981 84 44
WhatsApp: +82 10 7639 0526
Contact for Russian-speaking students
Telegram contact number: +998 95 449 21 26