Uzbekistan has announced a series of major regulatory changes aimed at easing conditions for drivers. These include the elimination of automatic fines for crossing road markings, the mandatory placement of radar warning signs, permission to use bus lanes at night, removal of unnecessary "No Parking" signs, and a shift of roadworks to nighttime hours only. The reforms were introduced following a directive from President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, according to his press secretary Sherzod Asadov.
Cameras will no longer automatically fine for crossing lane markings
Starting from June 1, traffic cameras and automated photo-video recording systems will no longer issue fines for vehicles crossing road markings, except for violations involving the stop line.
“If a driver crosses a road line, it will no longer be recorded as a violation by radar or surveillance cameras. Therefore, no automatic fine will be issued. However, if such a violation is identified by a traffic officer, it will be processed through the standard procedure,” Sherzod Asadov clarified.
Daytime roadworks in cities banned
From June 1, road maintenance and line painting works on city roads will be prohibited between 07:00 and 21:00. Exceptions include weekends and emergency situations.
“From now on, road repairs and repainting of lane markings will only be carried out at night when traffic volume is lower. This change will ease daily commutes, school drop-offs, and hospital visits while also helping reduce traffic congestion,” the president’s press service explained.
Radar warning signs to be mandatory
Beginning September 1, all stationary and mobile radars used to monitor vehicle speed must be preceded by a “Radar” warning sign. These signs should be installed at a distance of no less than 250 meters and no more than 500 meters from the radar.
Nighttime use of bus lanes permitted
Effective immediately, from 23:00 to 06:00, vehicles other than public transport are allowed to use lanes marked with the letter “A” — previously reserved for buses.
“Considering that most bus routes stop operating after 11 PM, and to improve convenience, other vehicles are now permitted to use these lanes during nighttime hours. This will no longer be considered a violation,” the official statement said.
