What Is the Currency of Uzbekistan? – Everything About the Uzbekistani Som (UZS)

💰 The Official Currency of Uzbekistan

The official currency of Uzbekistan is the Uzbekistani Som (UZS).
The international currency code is UZS.

It replaced the Soviet ruble in 1994.

🏛️ A Brief History of the Uzbekistani Som

After gaining independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, Uzbekistan introduced its own national currency, the Som (UZS), in 1994.

In the early years, high inflation led to the issuance of new banknote series, but as the economy stabilized over time, the Som strengthened.

As of 2025, 1 US dollar is approximately 12,000–13,000 UZS.

💹 Abbreviation and Symbol of the Uzbekistani Currency

Abbreviation: UZS
Symbol: UZS
Subunit: 1 som = 100 tiyin (however, tiyin is no longer in use)

💸 Can You Send Money from Turkey to Uzbekistan?

Yes ✅

You can easily transfer money from Turkey to Uzbekistan via PayPorter.

With a money transfer network covering more than 185 countries, PayPorter enables transfers to bank accounts or agent locations in Uzbekistan within minutes.

Additionally, PayPorter offers direct transfers to HumoCard and UzCard accounts in Uzbekistan.

🔹 Advantages:

• Low transaction fees

• Instant transfer options

• Secure infrastructure (licensed and regulated system)

🌍 Can the Uzbekistani Som Be Used in Turkey?

No.

The Uzbekistani Som is valid only within the borders of Uzbekistan.

However, UZS exchange can be carried out at exchange offices or some banks in Turkey.

It is also possible to send money from Uzbekistan to Turkey using PayPorter.

💡 Interesting Facts About the Uzbekistani Currency

• In 2017, the Central Bank of Uzbekistan introduced new 10,000 and 50,000 som banknotes.

• The country’s digital payment systems are rapidly developing, and mobile money transfer infrastructure is expanding.

• The word “Som” means “pure” in Turkic languages, symbolizing the idea of “pure value.”

Last Uptade: December 2025

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