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Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementOn a Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Partnership
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element[Registered in the State Register of International Treaties of the Republic of Uzbekistan on June 11, 2026, under No. 4618-SE-2026-H]
Comments by LexUzSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Government of the Kingdom of Sweden, hereinafter jointly referred to as the “Parties” and separately as the “Party”,
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementConsidering the historic links of friendship and cooperation between the two countries,
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementRecalling the Joint Declaration of Intent between the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Government of the Kingdom of Sweden on Migration and Mobility on 24 June 2025,
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementAgreeing that human rights and the principle of non-discrimination are to be respected at all stages of migration, that the specific needs of migrants and their different experiences are to be taken into account, and that gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls, recognising their independence, capacity and leadership, are to be promoted,
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementRespecting the rights and guarantees set forth in the respective national law of their States, European Union law and the relevant international treaties and conventions,
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementExpressing the mutual desire to strengthen their cooperation in the field of migration,
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementBearing in mind the benefits which migration and migration policy cooperation in a spirit of partnership have for both Parties and for their mutual economic, social and cultural relations,
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementMoved by the desire to promote and support skilled labour migration between the Parties,
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementDetermined to take appropriate steps to prevent and combat irregular migration and smuggling of migrants, as well as forced labour exploitation and human trafficking, in accordance with national laws applicable in their respective countries and international law,
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementDesiring to establish rapid and effective procedures for identifying and returning persons who do not, or no longer, fulfil the conditions for entry to or residence in the territory of the State of other Party, and to facilitate the return of such persons in a spirit of cooperation,
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General Objectives
General Objectives
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Objectives
Objectives
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe objectives of this Agreement are to establish and develop cooperation between the Parties in the following areas:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. Promote skilled labour migration aiming to take up employment and support academic cooperation between the Parties and the protection of rights of workers in the receiving and sending State in accordance with national and EU law;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. Promote and support temporary and circular mobility, particularly in sectors where both Parties identify labour market needs, skills development opportunities, or complementarities;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. Take appropriate steps to prevent and suppress irregular migration, smuggling of migrants and trafficking in human beings, in accordance with international and national law;
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Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element5. Strengthen cooperation on return including rapid and effective procedures for identifying persons who do not, or no longer, fulfill the conditions for entry to or residence in the territory of the State of the other Party, and to facilitate the return of such persons in a spirit of cooperation;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element6. Establish a Joint Working Group on Migration.
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Cooperation on mobility of skilled workers and academic exchange
Cooperation on mobility of skilled workers and academic exchange
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Mobility of skilled workers
Mobility of skilled workers
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. The Parties undertake to actively promote and facilitate the safe, orderly, and regular mobility of skilled workers between the respective territories of their States, in full compliance with the domestic laws and regulations of their States governing the entry, residence, and employment of foreign nationals.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementTo this end, the Parties shall promote and support legal pathways for skilled worker mobility, including the timely issuance of appropriate entry and work authorizations.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. Within the framework of the Joint Working Group on Migration, as established under Article 19 of this Agreement, the Parties shall undertake the following measures:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. Exchange comprehensive and up-to-date information on national legislation, administrative procedures, national labour market models, and conditions governing the entry, residence, and employment of foreign nationals, including any relevant changes;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. Jointly develop and disseminate targeted informational materials and outreach campaigns aimed at skilled workers, providing accurate information on migration opportunities, where to find information on employment conditions, national labour market models, health and safety regulations;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. Promote initiatives seeking to match Swedish employers with Uzbek candidates for occupations experiencing shortages;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementd. Cooperate on the expansion of language training and up- and reskilling courses designed to facilitate labor market integration. Where feasible, such programs shall be recognized by both Parties and aligned with identified labor market demands;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elemente. Promote exchanges and cooperation between employers' associations, chambers of commerce, and workers' organizations in key economic sectors, with a view to enhancing mutual understanding of labor market dynamics, aligning skill sets, and facilitating knowledge transfer.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementf. Monitor the implementation of the above measures, within the Joint Working Group, evaluate their impact, and, if necessary, formulate recommendations for policy and operational adjustments;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementg. Strive to ensure that participating workers and their accompanying family members receive clear information on their rights, obligations and social‑security entitlements.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. Recognizing the role of temporary and circular migration in addressing labor shortages and promoting skills development, the Parties shall establish a structured, transparent and mutually beneficial program seeking to facilitate legal migration through for example information sharing and exchanges, matching activities between potential labour migrants and relevant skills sectors and preparatory skill raising activities in sectors of demand.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element4. Cooperation on mobility of workers shall primarily focus on high-skilled sectors but can also include other skill levels, as long as requirements set in national law and regulations are met, including salary thresholds.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element5. The implementation of these measures shall be guided by principles of mutual trust, transparency and shared responsibility, ensuring that cooperation on labour mobility and cooperation on addressing irregular migration are pursued in a balanced and coordinated manner.
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Conditions of employment and social security
Conditions of employment and social security
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. The conditions of employment and working conditions, including on issues such as remuneration, dismissal, working hours, leave, public holidays and gender equality, as well as occupational health and safety, shall be governed by the applicable national law and practice of the State of employment, including private international law.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The social security of employees shall be provided in accordance with the legislation of the State of employment and international treaties to which the States are parties.
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Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element4. Employees shall have access to legal protection and remedies in accordance with laws applicable in the respective countries. This also encompasses the possibility of filing claims for damages against employers.
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Academic exchange
Academic exchange
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Parties express their support for deepened academic cooperation and student exchange between higher education institutions in the countries.
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Cooperation in vocational education and training
Cooperation in vocational education and training
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. The Parties are willing to cooperate in the field of vocational education and training and share the view that the Uzbekistan-Sweden cooperation will foster the Uzbek Partyʼs efforts to establish an innovative system of skills development and vocational education and training.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The cooperation may include, in particular, the following activities:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. Sharing information on the vocational education and training systems the Parties have in place;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. Carrying out joint projects in Uzbekistan in the field of vocational education and training with the focus on a system of vocational training and skill development in new, innovative and sustainable technologies;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. Organizing study visits.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. The Parties will explore modalities for alignment of vocational up- and re-skilling courses in Uzbekistan relevant to pilot mobility sectors, while acknowledging that recognition in Sweden remains subject to national law and the competence of the responsible Swedish authorities.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element4. The Swedish Party underlines the continuing commitment to promoting vocational education and training in Uzbekistan and, where possible, the mobility of qualified workers.
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Visas
Visas
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. Both Parties express their desire to continue discussions on the facilitation on the issuance of different visa categories and duration of stay, taking into account the applicable regulations and conditions. Both Parties agree to work together against the misuse of visas for unintended purposes.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. Both Parties, considering the existing friendly relations between the two countries, desire to further strengthen such relations by facilitating travel by ensuring visa-free entry and short stay for holders of biometric diplomatic passports and to safeguard the principles of equality and reciprocity.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. Pursuant to the prevailing laws and regulations of the respective countries, the Parties have agreed to the waiver of visa requirements of 30 days for holders of biometric diplomatic passports in accordance with Annex 7.
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Fighting irregular migration, migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings
Fighting irregular migration, migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings
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Increased cooperation to fight irregular migration, migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings
Increased cooperation to fight irregular migration, migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. The Parties shall deepen their bilateral cooperation and sharing of information with the purpose to fight irregular migration, human smuggling and human trafficking, and prevent fraud of identity and travel documents.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The Uzbek Party shall seek to actively reduce irregular migration from Uzbekistan to Sweden. Examples of initiatives to reduce irregular migration include targeted information campaigns, enhanced pre-departure information and reinforced oversight of recruitment channels and intermediaries engaged in sending Uzbek workers to Sweden.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. With regard to fighting the fraud of identity and travel documents, both Parties shall promote the information exchange relating to the supply and detection of false documents as well as the exchange of sample documents to fight forged and falsified documents and provide training in the specific areas of identifying forged and falsified documents.
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Strengthening cooperation on return, transit and sustainable reintegration
Strengthening cooperation on return, transit and sustainable reintegration
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Voluntary return and reintegration
Voluntary return and reintegration
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. Both Parties shall promote the voluntary return for nationals of the State of the other Party who are subject to a return decision as the preferred option.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The Swedish Party emphasizes its willingness to provide return counseling as well as financial support in case of need for voluntary return. Moreover, information shall be provided on post-arrival and post-return assistance as well as reintegration assistance to returnees to the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. The Swedish Party underlines its intention to promote sustainable reintegration of returnees and their communities in Uzbekistan.
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Readmission of own citizens
Readmission of own citizens
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. The Parties agree to cooperate and promptly readmit upon application from the competent authorities of the Requesting Party under the framework of this Agreement, and without other formalities than those provided for by this Agreement, own citizens who do not, or no longer fulfil, the conditions for entry to, presence in, or residence on the territory of the State of the other Party if it is established that the person is a citizen of the State of the Requested Party.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. In addition, the Parties shall readmit without further formalities other than those provided for in this Agreement:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. Unmarried minor children of persons referred to in paragraph 1, regardless of their place of birth or their nationality, unless they have an independent right to residence in the territory of the State of the Requesting Party.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. Spouses of persons referred to in paragraph 1 who hold another nationality or are stateless, provided they have or will obtain the right to enter and reside in the territory of the State of the Requested Party, unless they have an independent right of residence in the territory of the State of the Requesting Party.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. A list of documents on basis of which the citizenship in the State of one of the Parties is established, is given in Annex 1. The Parties shall within 30 (thirty) days from the day of the signing of this Agreement exchange examples of such documents via diplomatic channels. The Parties shall without delay inform the other Party, via diplomatic channels, of any changes in these documents.
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Establishing nationality
Establishing nationality
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. The nationality of persons referred to in Article 9 may be proven by furnishing the documents and data listed in Annex 1, even if their period of validity has expired. If any such document is presented, both Parties shall mutually recognize the nationality without further investigation. Nationality cannot be proven by furnishing forged or falsified documents.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. Documents and data listed in Annex 2 may be used as prima facie evidence of the nationality of persons referred to in Article 9, even if their period of validity has expired. If any such document is presented, both Parties shall deem the nationality to be established unless they can prove otherwise. Nationality cannot be substantiated on the basis of forged or falsified documents.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. If none of the documents or data listed in Annex 1 or Annex 2 can be presented, the competent diplomatic or consular representation of the Requested Party shall interview the person to be readmitted within a reasonable time, at the latest within seven calendar days from the day the application was submitted, in order to establish that personʼs nationality.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element4. The nationality of persons referred to in Article 9 may also be established through the sharing of biometric data between the Parties. The competent authorities of both Parties shall agree on a format for transmitting biometric data. The Requested Party shall inform the Requesting Party in writing of the results of the examination of nationality within one month of the data being transmitted.
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Readmission of third country nationals and stateless persons
Readmission of third country nationals and stateless persons
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. The Parties agree to cooperate and upon application by the Requesting Party and without further formalities other than those provided for by this Agreement readmit to its territory any third country national or stateless person who does not, or no longer, fulfils the conditions for entry to, presence in or residence on the territory of the State of the Requesting Party provided that evidence is furnished, in accordance with Annex 3, such person:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. illegally entered the territory of the State of the Party coming directly from the territory of the State of the other Party; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. at the time of entry held a valid residence permit or travel document for stateless person issued by the Requested Party and entered the territory of the State of the Requesting Party coming directly from the territory of the State of the Requested Party; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. at the time of entry held a valid visa issued by the Requested Party and entered the territory of the State of the Requesting Party coming directly from the territory of the State of the Requested Party.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The readmission obligation in paragraph 1 of this Article shall not apply if:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. The third country national or stateless person has only been in transit via an International Airport of the Requested Party; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. The Requesting Party has issued to the third country national or stateless person a visa or residence permit before or after entering its territory unless:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementi. that person is in possession of a visa or residence permit, issued by the Requested Party, which has a longer period of validity; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementii the visa or residence permit issued by the Requesting Party has been obtained by using forged or falsified documents; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementiii the third country national or stateless person does not need a visa for entering the territory of the State of the Requesting Party.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. After the Requested Party has given a positive reply to the readmission application, the Requesting Party shall issue the person to be readmitted a travel document.
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Time limits for submitting and handling of requests for readmission of persons
Time limits for submitting and handling of requests for readmission of persons
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. Readmission applications of persons shall be sent within 6 (six) months from the date of establishing that the person concerned has entered, is present or resides illegally on the territory of the State of the Requesting Party and the identity of the person is established. Where there are legal or factual obstacles to the application being submitted in time, the time limit shall, upon request by the Requesting Party, be extended but only until those obstacles have ceased to exist.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The content of a readmission application is specified in Annex 4.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. The competent authorities of the Requested Party shall within 21 (twenty-one) days from receipt of the readmission application of persons, approve the application or in the case of refusal, give motivated reasons for such refusal in writing. Where there are legal or factual obstacles to the application for readmission being replied to in time, the time limit shall, upon duly motivated application from the competent authorities of the Requested Party, be extended up to a total of 30 (thirty) calendar days.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element4. If the Requested Party has not replied to the request for readmission within the time-limit provided in paragraph 3 of this Article, the application shall be deemed accepted, and the Requesting Party may issue a travel document. If the State of the Requesting Party is Sweden this travel document is an EU Laissez-passer issued by the Swedish Migration Agency or the Police Authority (Annex 6).
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element5. After the Requested Party has given a positive reply to the readmission application, the diplomatic or consular representation of the Requested Party shall, irrespective of the will of the person to be readmitted, no later than within 7 (seven) working days, issue the travel document, required for the return of the person to be readmitted with a period of validity of 90 (ninety) days. If for legal or factual reasons, the person to be readmitted cannot be transferred in time, the diplomatic or consular representation of the Requested Party shall, without delay, issue a new travel document required for the return of such person, with a period of validity of 90 (ninety) days.
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Readmission in error
Readmission in error
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Requesting Party shall take back any person readmitted by the Requested Party if it is established, within a period of 6 (six) months after the transfer of the person concerned, that the requirements laid down in this Agreement are not met. In such cases the procedural provisions in this Agreement shall apply mutatis mutandis and the Requested Party shall communicate all available information relating to the identity and nationality of the person to be taken back.
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Transit
Transit
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. The Requested Party shall allow the transit of third-country nationals or stateless persons, if the onward journey of such persons through the territory of other States of transit and the admission by the State of destination is assured.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. Transit may be refused if:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. the third-country national or the stateless person runs the risk of being subjected to torture or to inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment or the death penalty or of persecution because of his race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group or political conviction in the State of destination or another State of transit; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. if the third-country national or the stateless person may be subject to criminal prosecution or sanctions in the State of the Requested Party or in another State of transit; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. on grounds of the protection of public health, domestic security, public order or other national interests of the State of the Requested Party.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. If necessary, the competent authorities of the Requested Party shall, free of charge, issue transit visas and, upon application from the competent authorities of the Requesting Party, give necessary assistance in connection with the transit of the persons indicated in paragraph 1 of this Article.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element4. The competent authorities of the Parties may revoke any authorization issued if circumstances referred to in paragraph 3 of this Article subsequently arise or come to light which stand in the way of the transit operation, or if the onward journey through possible States of transit to the State of destination or the readmission is no longer assured. In this case, the Requesting Party shall take back the third country national or stateless person, as necessary and without delay.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element5. The Parties shall endeavor to conduct all transit of third country nationals and stateless persons by air or other possible means of transportation. The Parties shall facilitate the transit for the returnee and persons who may accompany him/her through for example the exemption from the requirement to obtain transit visas.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element6. The Competent authorities of the Requested Party will assist in transit, in particular, they will monitor those in transit and provide them with the necessary facilities.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element7. Both Parties express their desire to continue discussions on operational aspects linked to the facilitation of transit of third country nationals and stateless persons. Operational arrangements for conducting transit of third country nationals and stateless persons according to this Article accompanied by employees of the competent authorities of the Requesting Party shall, if required, be determined by the Parties in a separate protocol.
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Transit procedure
Transit procedure
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. A transit application containing the information specified in Annex 5 must be submitted to the competent authority of the Requested Party in writing no later than 15 (fifteen) calendar days before the envisaged start of transit.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The competent authorities of the Requested Party shall respond to the transit application, within 10 (ten) calendar days after receipt of the application in writing and inform the competent authorities of the Requesting Party of their consent to the transit operation, confirming the place of entry and the envisaged time of transfer of the person or inform them of the transit refusal and of the reasons for such refusal.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. If the transit operation takes place by air, the person subject to transit and possible members of the escort shall be exempted from having to obtain a transit visa.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element4. If the transit of persons cannot take place by air, the competent authorities of the Requesting Party shall hand over the person subject to transit to the competent authorities of the Requested Party on border crossing point. The competent authorities of the Requested Party shall ensure that the person is handed over to the State of destination or other State of transit.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element5. The Requesting Party shall notify the Requested Party as soon as possible, at least 1 working day prior to the planned transit, of any changes with respect to the time of transfer and/or the intended place of entry in writing. The Requested Party shall reconfirm the changed time of transfer and/or the changed place of entry as soon as possible.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element6. The competent authority shall provide the following information regarding the escort personnel: first name, last name; rank of the escort personnel, if any; type, number, date of issue and period of validity of their passports; flight number; date and time of arrival and departure.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element7. Escort personnel must be able to always identify themselves during escorted readmission or transit and provide their authorization and information on the nature of their task connected to readmission or transit.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element8. The members of the escort of the Requesting Party shall carry a copy of the document confirming the consent of the Requested Party to the transit.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element9. The members of the escort of the Requesting Party shall not exercise any sovereign powers on the territory of the State of the Requested Party and shall not be armed. The escort personnel shall conduct the transit procedure in civilian clothes and may carry security equipment for the sole purpose of self-defense and emergency assistance.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element10. The competent authorities of the Requested Party shall, by mutual agreement, facilitate the transit operation in the territory of the Requested Party by guarding the person concerned and providing appropriate facilities for that purpose.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element11. The Requested Party shall inform the Requesting Party forthwith of the refusal or revocation of a transit authorization at least 5 (five) calendar days prior to the return and shall provide an explanation of the reasons.
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Conditions of return and modes of transportation
Conditions of return and modes of transportation
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. After consent is given in accordance with Articles 9, 11 and 14 of the Agreement, and before implementation of the readmission or transit, the competent authorities of the Requesting Party shall notify in writing at least 3 (three) working days in advance the competent authorities of the Requested Party regarding the transfer date, the border crossing point, possible escorts and other information relevant to the transfer.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The return of own nationals of the States of the Parties, third-country nationals or stateless persons shall, as a rule, take place by air. Transfer by air shall not be restricted to the use of the national carriers of the Requesting Party or the Requested Party and may take place by using scheduled flights as well as charter flights.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. Charter flights shall be notified 1 week in advance. Landing permits shall be issued by the requested Party in writing no later than 5 (five) days before the relevant flight.
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Expenses for the readmission and transit of persons
Expenses for the readmission and transit of persons
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementAll costs incurred in connection with readmission and transit operations pursuant to this Agreement as far as the border of the State of final destination shall be borne by the Requesting Party. This provision shall be without prejudice to the right of the competent authorities of the Parties to recover such costs from the person concerned or a third party.
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Forged or falsified documents
Forged or falsified documents
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Parties intend to deepen cooperation in the field of preventing the use of forged or falsified documents. To this end, the Parties declare to explore enhancing cooperation through exchange of practical information and joint trainings to continue taking effective action to counter irregular migration. The Parties express a willingness to assist each other in detecting forged documents and entry visas.
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Joint Working Group on Migration
Joint Working Group on Migration
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. A Joint Working Group comprising representatives of both Parties shall be created. The Joint Working Group shall monitor the implementation of the provisions set forth in this Agreement, recommend implementing arrangements necessary for the uniform application of this Agreement and discuss all appropriate proposals to improve it, as necessary.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The Joint Working Group shall exchange information, data and statistics relating to irregular and regular migration between the Parties with a view to ensure a comprehensive and balanced implementation of the Agreement.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. The Joint Working Group shall, as necessary, meet regularly, at least once a year in the territory of either Party alternately, or virtually, and at the request of either Party. The agenda and the composition of the Joint Working Group shall be set for each meeting by mutual consultations.
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General provisions
General provisions
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Language for the implementation of the cooperation
Language for the implementation of the cooperation
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe competent authorities of the Parties shall forward applications and information exclusively in English.
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Personal data protection
Personal data protection
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe communication of personal data shall only take place if such communication is necessary for the implementation of this Agreement by the competent authorities of the Parties. When communicating, processing or using personal data, the competent authorities of the Parties shall abide by legislation of their States.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementAdditionally, the following principles shall apply:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. Personal data must be processed fairly and lawfully;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. Personal data must be collected for the specified, explicit and legitimate purpose of implementing this Agreement and not further processed by the communicating competent authority nor by the receiving authority in a way incompatible with that purpose;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. Personal data must be adequate, relevant and not excessive in relation to the purpose for which they are collected and/or further processed; in particular, personal data communicated may concern only the following:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe particulars of the person to be transferred (given names, surnames, other names used/by which known or aliases, sex, civil status, date and place of birth, current and any previous nationality);
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementPassport, identity card or driving license and other identification or travel documents (number, period of validity, date of issue, issuing authority, place of issue);
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementStop-overs and itineraries;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementOther information needed to identify the person to be transferred or to examine the readmission requirements pursuant to this Agreement.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementd. Personal data must be accurate and, where necessary, kept up to date;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elemente. Personal data must be kept in a form which permits identification of data subjects for no longer than is necessary for the purpose for which the data were collected or for which they are further processed;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementf. both the communicating competent authority and the receiving authority shall take every reasonable step to ensure as appropriate the rectification, erasure or blocking of personal data where the processing does not comply with the provisions of this article, in particular because that data are not adequate, relevant, accurate, or they are excessive in relation to the purpose of processing. This includes the notification of any rectification, erasure or blocking to the other Party;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementg. Upon request, the receiving authority shall inform the communicating competent authority of the use of the communicated data and of the results obtained there from;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementh. Personal data communicated pursuant to the present Agreement may only be processed and used by the receiving Party for the specific purposes for which it was transferred and by those authorities directly responsible for such purposes under its national legislation. Any further communication to other bodies shall be carried out in accordance with the national legislation of the receiving Party, with due regard to the principle of purpose limitation;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementi. The communicating and the receiving competent authorities are under an obligation to make a written record of the communication and receipt of personal data.
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Competent authorities
Competent authorities
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementFor the implementation of the provisions of this Agreement, the Parties shall determine by the competent authorities the following:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. for the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Ministry of Internal Affairs;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Migration Agency under the Cabinet of Ministers;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. for the Kingdom of Sweden:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Ministry of Justice;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Ministry for Foreign Affairs;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Migration Agency under the Ministry of Justice
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Police authority under the Ministry of Justice
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Prison and Probation Services under the Ministry of Justice
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. The Parties shall, in connection with the implementation of this Agreement, within 30 days from the date this Agreement enters into force, inform each other in writing through diplomatic channels of the competent authorities, their contact data and border crossing points.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementd. The Parties shall immediately notify each other through diplomatic channels of any changes in competent authorities, their contact data and border crossing points.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elemente. For the implementation of the provisions of this Agreement the competent authorities shall cooperate directly with each other.
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Suspension
Suspension
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. Each Party may, after consultation with the other Party, partially or fully suspend this Agreement for reasons connected with the protection of national security, protection of public order or the protection of public health.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. Each Party shall notify the other Party through diplomatic channels about the suspension or resumption of this Agreement no later than 72 hours (seventy-two) before such a decision is implemented.
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Relationship with other international agreements
Relationship with other international agreements
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThis Agreement shall be without prejudice to the rights and obligations of the States of the Parties arising from other international agreements binding upon the States of either Parties or the rights and obligations arising from the Kingdom of Swedenʼs membership of the European Union.
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Amendments
Amendments
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThis Agreement may be amended and supplemented by mutual consent of the Parties; amendments and supplements shall form an integral part of this Agreement, shall be drawn up in the form of protocols to this Agreement and shall enter into force in accordance with the procedure laid down in Article 27 of this Agreement.
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Dispute settlement
Dispute settlement
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementAny disputes concerning the interpretation or implementation of the provisions of this Agreement shall be resolved by means of negotiations and consultations between the Parties.
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Final provisions
Final provisions
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. This Agreement shall enter into force on the first day of the second month following the date of receipt of the last notification by which the Parties have informed each other, through diplomatic channels, that their internal legal requirements necessary for its entry into force have been fulfilled.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. This Agreement is concluded for an indefinite period of time and shall terminate after 3 (three) months from the date of receipt by one Party, through diplomatic channels, of the written notice of the other Party of its intention to terminate this Agreement.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSigned in Tashkent, on 10 June 2026, in two original copies, each in the Uzbek, Swedish, and English languages, with all texts being equally authentic. In case of any divergence in the interpretation of the provisions of this Agreement, the English text shall prevail.
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Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementANNEX 1
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementCommon list of documents the presentation of which is considered proof of nationality
(relating to Articles 9 and 10.1)
(relating to Articles 9 and 10.1)
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. Documents confirming the citizenship in the Republic of Uzbekistan or the Kingdom of Sweden pursuant to Article 9 of the Agreement are:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. For Uzbek citizens: diplomatic passport, passport of the national of the Republic of Uzbekistan, biometric passport of a national of the Republic of Uzbekistan, biometric passport of a national of the Republic of Uzbekistan for travel abroad, birth certificate (for children under 16 years), certificate of a national of the Republic of Uzbekistan who is under 16 years of age, ID-card of the national of the Republic of Uzbekistan; certificate for the return to the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. For Swedish citizens: ordinary passports, diplomatic passports, service passports, special passports, emergency passports including childrenʼs passports and national ID-cards;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. Each Party shall in writing inform the other Party, through diplomatic channels, of any changes in the list of documents confirming citizenship in the State of this Party, as provided in paragraph 1 of this Annex.
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Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSupplementary documents indicating Uzbek or Swedish citizenship are:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. Copies or duplicates of the documents referred to in paragraph 1 of Annex 1;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. Other documents issued by authorities of the Republic of Uzbekistan or the Kingdom of Sweden;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. Written statement/explanation from the person who is the subject of readmission;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementd. Written statements from witnesses, obtained on a legal basis by the respective competent authorities;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elemente. Written explanations from competent officials.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementf. Other relevant sources such as information from Interpol, Schengen Information System or documents relevant to visa applications.
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Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementCommon list of documents which are considered proof of the conditions for the readmission of third country nationals and stateless persons
(relating to Article 11.1)
(relating to Article 11.1)
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. The conditions for the readmission of third country nationals and stateless persons pursuant to Article 11 paragraph 1 of the Agreement is proven by:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. Valid visa and/or residence authorisation issued by the Requested Party; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. Entry/departure stamps or similar endorsement in the travel document of the person concerned or other evidence of entry/departure.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementIf such documents are presented, the Requested Party shall recognize the residence of such persons on its territory without further investigation.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The conditions for the readmission of third country nationals and stateless persons pursuant to Article 11 paragraph 1 of the Agreement may be established by:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementPhotocopies of any of the documents listed in paragraph 1 of this Annex.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementIf such documents are presented, the Requested Party shall carry out an investigation and shall give an answer within a maximum of 21 (twenty-one) calendar days. In the event of a positive answer, or if no answer is given when the time limit has expired, the Requested Party shall recognize the stay of such persons on its territory.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. The conditions for readmission of third country nationals and stateless persons to the territory of one of the States of the Parties according to Article 11 paragraph 1 of the Agreement may be proven by:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. Official written statements by the Partiesʼ border authority representatives who can testify to the person concerned crossing the border from the State of the Requested Party en route directly to the territory of the State of the Requesting Party; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. Named tickets of air, train, coach or boat passages, which testify to the presence and the itinerary of the person concerned from the territory of the State of the Requested Party en route directly to the territory of the State of the Requesting Party; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. Passenger lists of air, train, coach or boat passages, which testify to the presence and the itinerary of the person concerned from the territory of the State of the Requested Party en route directly to the territory of the State of the Requesting Party.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementIf such documents are presented, the Requested Party shall recognize the illegal entrance on the territory of the State of the Requesting Party from the territory of its State.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element4. The conditions for readmission of third country nationals and stateless persons to the territory of one of the States of the Parties according to Article 11 paragraph 1 of the Agreement may be established by:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. Statements made by other witnesses who can testify to the person concerned crossing the border of the State of the Requested Party en route directly to the territory of the State of the Requesting Party;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. Documents, certificates and bills of any kind (e.g. hotel bills, appointment cards for doctors/dentists, entry cards for public/private institutions, car rental agreements, credit card receipts etc.) which clearly show that the person concerned stayed on the territory of the State of the Requested Party;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. Information showing that the person concerned has used the services of a courier or travel agency; or
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementd. Official statement by the person concerned in judicial or administrative proceedings.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementIf such documents are presented, the Requested Party shall carry out an investigation and shall give an answer within a maximum of 20 (twenty) calendar days. In the event of a positive answer, or if no answer is given when the time limit has expired, the Requested Party shall recognize the illegal entrance on the territory of the State of the Requesting Party from the territory of its State.
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Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementContent of readmission application
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. To the extent possible, the application for readmission is to contain the following:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. The particulars of the person to be readmitted (surnames, given names, middle names, date and place of birth and last place of residence) and where applicable, the particulars of minor unmarried children and/or spouse;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. In case of third country nationals and stateless persons, documents confirming or indicating the conditions for the readmission of third country nationals and stateless persons in accordance with Annex 3;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementd. photograph of the person to be readmitted.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elemente. other information necessary to ensure readmission
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. To the extent possible, the readmission request may also contain the following information:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. A statement indicating that the person to be readmitted may need help or care, provided the person concerned has explicitly consented to the statement;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. Any other protection or security measure which may be necessary in the individual transfer case;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. Information on the need of an interpreter.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. A common form will be used for readmission applications (attached to this Agreement).
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element4. Exchange of information referred to in paragraph 1 to 3 of this Article, is regulated in accordance with Article 21 of the Agreement.
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Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementContent of transit application
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. To the extent possible, the application for transit is to contain the following:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. The particulars of the third country national or stateless person (surnames, given names, middle names, maiden names, other names known or aliases, date and place of birth, sex, citizenship (current and former), language, type and number of travel document);
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. Type of transit (by air, land or sea), possible other States of transit and intended final destination;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementc. Envisaged border crossing points, time of transit and possible use of escorts;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementd. A declaration that in the view of the Requesting Party the conditions pursuant to Article 14 paragraph 1 of the Agreement are met, and that no reason for a refusal pursuant to Article 14 paragraph 3 are known of;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elemente. Other information necessary to ensure transit.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. A common form will be used for transit applications (Attached to this Agreement)
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. The following border crossing points are used for the implementation of the Agreement:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementFor the Republic of Uzbekistan:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementIslam Karimov International Airport in Tashkent;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementFor the Kingdom of Sweden:
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementArlanda in Stockholm.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element4. In case of changes in the list of border crossing points specified in paragraph 3 of this Annex, one Party shall immediately notify the other Party.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element5. If it is not possible to transfer a person subject to readmission or transit by air, the competent authorities of the Parties shall agree on the transfer of this person at the border crossing point of the State of the Requesting Party in each specific case.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementREADMISSION APPLICATION
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementpursuant to Articles 9 and 10 of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Government of the Kingdom of Sweden on a Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Partnership and pursuant to Annex 4
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementA. Personal details | Photograph | |
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1. Full name (underline surname): ...........................................................…………………...... 2. Maiden name: ...........................................................…………………...... 3. Date and place of birth: ...........................................................…………………...... | ||
4. Sex ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
5. Also known as (earlier names, other names used/by which known or aliases): ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
6. Nationality and language: ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
7. Civil status: □ married □ single □ divorced □ widowed If married: name of spouse ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
Names and age of children (if any) ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
8. Last address in the requested State: ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
B. Personal Details of spouse (If appropriate) | ||
1. Full name (underline surname): ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
2. Maiden name: ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
3. Date and place of birth: ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
4. Sex ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
5. Also known as (earlier names, other names used/by which known or aliases): ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
6. Nationality and language: ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
C. Personal Details of Children (If appropriate) | ||
1. Full name (underline surname): ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
2. Date and place of birth: ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
3. Sex ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
4. Nationality and language: ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
D. Special circumstances relating to the transferee | ||
(IF RELEVANT) | ||
1. State of health (e.g. possible reference to special medical care; Latin name of contagious disease): ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
2. Indication of particularly dangerous person (e.g. suspected of serious offence; aggressive behaviour): ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
E. Means of evidence attached | ||
1.......................................................... (Passport No.) | ............................................................ (date and place of issue) | |
............................................................ (issuing authority) | ............................................................ (expiry date) | |
2.......................................................... (Identity card No.) | ............................................................ (date and place of issue) | |
............................................................ (issuing authority) | ............................................................ (expiry date) | |
3.......................................................... (Driving licence No.) | ............................................................ (date and place of issue) | |
............................................................ (issuing authority) | ............................................................ (expiry date) | |
4......................................................... (Other official document No.) | ............................................................ (date and place of issue) | |
............................................................ (issuing authority) | ............................................................ (expiry date) | |
F. Observations | ||
................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
................................................... (Signature) (Seal/stamp) | ||
[Emblem of the Republic of Uzbekistan] | [Emblem of the Kingdom of Sweden] | |
.............................................................. .............................................................. (Designation of requesting authority) | .............................................................. .............................................................. (Place and date) | |
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Reference ................................................................................................................................................ | ||
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............................................................ ............................................................ ............................................................ (Designation of requested authority) | ||
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementTRANSIT APPLICATION
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementpursuant to Articles 14 and 15 of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Government of the Kingdom of Sweden on a Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Partnership and pursuant to Annex 5
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementA. Personal details | Photograph | |||
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1. Full name (underline surname): ................................................................................... 2. Maiden name: ................................................................................... 3. Date and place of birth: ................................................................................... | ||||
4. Sex and physical description (height, colour of eyes, distinguishing marks etc.): ................................................................................................................................................ | ||||
5. Also known as (earlier names, other names used/by which known or aliases): ................................................................................................................................................ | ||||
6. Nationality and language: ................................................................................................................................................ | ||||
7. Type and number of travel document: ................................................................................................................................................ | ||||
B. Transit operation | ||||
1. Type of transit | ||||
□ by air | □ by land | □ by sea | ||
2. State of final destination ................................................................................................................................................ | ||||
3. Possible other States of transit ................................................................................................................................................ | ||||
4. Proposed border crossing point, date, time of transfer and possible escorts ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ | ||||
5. Admission guaranteed in any other transit State and in the State of final destination | ||||
□ yes | □ no | |||
6. Knowledge of any reason for a refusal of transit | ||||
□ yes | □ no | |||
C. Observations | ||||
................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................ | ||||
................................................... (Signature) (Seal/stamp) | ||||
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Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSample of the European standard travel document for the return of illegally staying third-country nationals in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/1953 of the European Parliament and of the Council
(relating to Article 12.4)
(relating to Article 12.4)
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe following sample is valid regardless of the language in which it is written:
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Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementpursuant to Article 6 (3) of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Government of the Kingdom of Sweden on a Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Government of the Kingdom of Sweden Regarding the waiver of Visa Requirements for Holders of Biometric Diplomatic Passports
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementSuggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementArticle 1
Competent Authorities
Competent Authorities
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe Competent Authorities responsible for the implementation of this Agreement shall be
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementa. In the case of the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs;
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementb. In the case of the Government of the Kingdom of Sweden, the Ministry of Justice.
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Visa Exemption
Visa Exemption
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementNationals of the State of either Party, holding valid biometric diplomatic passports, shall not be required to obtain a visa to enter, transit through, and stay in the territory of the State of the other Party for the duration of which does not exceed 30 days from the date of entry.
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Duration of passport validity
Duration of passport validity
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementThe duration of biometric diplomatic passports of nationals of the State of either Party shall be valid for at least 6 (six) months from the date of entry into the territory of the State of the other Party.
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Entry and Exit Conditions
Entry and Exit Conditions
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementNationals of the State of either Party who are holders of biometric diplomatic passports shall enter into and exit from the territory of the State of the other Party through international checkpoints authorized by the competent immigration authorities, without any restriction except for those stipulated in the security, migratory, custom and sanitary provisions and others which may be legally applicable to holders of such valid passports.
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Visa for members of diplomatic or consular offices
Visa for members of diplomatic or consular offices
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document elementNationals of the State of either Party who are holders of biometric diplomatic passports and assigned as members of a diplomatic or consular mission in the territory of the State of the other Party, including their family members, shall be required to obtain appropriate entry visa from the diplomatic or consular mission of the other Party, prior to the entry.
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Rights of authorities
Rights of authorities
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. This Agreement shall not exempt nationals of the State of either Party from the obligation to respect the laws and regulations of the State of the other Party when entering into its territory, including but not limited to the laws and regulations concerning the entry, stay and exit of foreigners.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. This Agreement does not affect the applicable laws and/or regulations of the two countries relating to internal security and the entry, stay or movement of foreigners.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. Either Party reserves the right to refuse admission of entry or shorten the duration of stay of any person entitled to visa exemption and facilities under this Agreement if it considers that person undesirable.
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Suspension
Suspension
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. Each Party may temporarily suspend this Agreement either in whole or in part, with the reasons of national security, public order or public health.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. The introduction as well as termination of the measures stated in paragraph 1 of this Article shall be duly communicated to the other Party through diplomatic channels.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. The suspension shall take effect immediately after notification has been given to the other Party.
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Specimen and issuance of passports or travel documents
Specimen and issuance of passports or travel documents
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element1. The competent authorities of the Parties shall exchange, through diplomatic channels, specimens of their respective passports, at the latest 30 days before the entry into force of this Agreement.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element2. In case of introduction of a new biometric diplomatic passport, as well as modifications of the existing ones, the competent authorities of the Parties shall inform each other in writing, through diplomatic channels, about any changes and send the new specimens no later than 30 days prior to their official introduction.
Suggestion to the documentListen to audioGet a link from a document element3. If a national of either Party loses or damages his/her valid biometric diplomatic passports in the territory of the other Party, he/she shall inform the competent authorities of the receiving Party, through the diplomatic or consular mission representing the country of origin, in order to take the appropriate measure. The concerned diplomatic or consular mission shall issue a new passport or travel document to the aforementioned national and inform such issuance to the competent authorities of the receiving Party.