Common Mistakes to Avoid in Your Uzbekistan eVisa Application

Top 10 Most Common Mistakes

1. Name Spelling Errors

The Problem: Names not matching exactly with passport

Middle names omitted or added incorrectly
Typos in first or last names
Different name order than in passport
Including titles (Mr., Mrs., Dr.) in name fields

Solution: Copy names exactly as they appear in your passport, character by character, including any hyphens or apostrophes.

2. Incorrect Dates

The Problem: Wrong date formats or incorrect dates

Birth date not matching passport
Passport issue/expiry dates wrong
Travel dates in the past
Confusing date formats (DD/MM vs MM/DD)

Solution: Use the exact date format shown on the form and double-check all dates against your passport.

3. Passport Number Errors

The Problem: Incorrect passport numbers

Confusing similar characters (0 vs O, 1 vs I)
Missing or extra digits
Including spaces or hyphens
Using old passport number

Solution: Type passport number slowly and carefully, then verify it multiple times against your physical passport.

4. Photo Requirements Not Met

The Problem: Photos that don't meet specifications

Wrong size or resolution
Poor lighting or shadows
Wearing glasses or hat
Not looking directly at camera
Background not white or plain

Solution: Use a professional photo service or carefully follow all photo requirements. Check our detailed photo guide.

5. Poor Document Quality

The Problem: Passport scans that are unclear

Blurry or out-of-focus scans
Shadows or glare on passport
Cropped or incomplete passport page
Wrong file format or size

Solution: Scan in good lighting, ensure all text is clearly readable, and save in the correct format (JPEG, under 500KB).

6. Incorrect Address Information

The Problem: Address fields filled incorrectly

Incomplete addresses
Wrong country selected
Hotel address instead of home address
Abbreviations not recognised

Solution: Use your permanent home address exactly as it appears on official documents.

Technical and Process Mistakes

Email-Related Issues:

Wrong email address: Typos in email field
Not checking spam: Activation emails in spam folder
Email not activated: Forgetting to click activation link
Multiple emails: Using different emails for same application

Payment Problems:

Wrong card type: Using non-Visa cards
Insufficient funds: Not enough credit/balance
International blocks: Bank blocking foreign transactions
Multiple attempts: Submitting multiple applications

Timing Mistakes:

Last-minute applications: Applying too close to travel date
Expired passport: Passport expiring within 6 months
Weekend applications: Not accounting for processing days
Holiday delays: Applying before public holidays

Document Mistakes:

Wrong passport page: Scanning bio page incorrectly
Damaged passport: Using passport with damage
Temporary passport: Using emergency travel documents
File size issues: Files too large or too small

Application Form Field Mistakes

Field	Common Mistake	Correct Approach
Nationality	Selecting country of residence instead of citizenship	Select your passport-issuing country
Purpose of Visit	Selecting wrong category	Choose "Tourism" for leisure travel
Entry Point	Selecting wrong airport/border	Choose your actual planned entry point
Accommodation	Leaving blank or using incorrect format	Provide confirmed hotel name and address
Contact Person	Using own details instead of local contact	Use hotel or tour operator details

What to Do If You Make a Mistake

Minor Mistakes:

Small errors that don't affect identity verification:

Address typos: Usually not a problem
Phone number errors: Rarely cause issues
Accommodation details: Can often be overlooked

Action: Monitor your application status. Minor errors may not cause rejection.

Major Mistakes:

Serious errors that will likely cause rejection:

Name spelling errors: Must match passport exactly
Passport number wrong: Critical identification error
Birth date incorrect: Identity verification failure
Nationality wrong: Affects eligibility

Action: Submit a new application immediately. Do not wait for rejection.