Right-Hand Drive Vehicles in Uzbekistan
 

Just crossed the border into UZ with my RHD Toyota. Customs said RHD vehicles were not allowed in UZ, but after some debate and a phone call to their superior, they let me in. Might be an idea to check with an embassy / get a letter etc if you plan to enter in a RHD car. I have not seen any other RHD cars here. Road are OK though, so far!

Daniel

Stan(ley) Road(s)
 

Hi Daniel,

Sorry I can't help in anyway, but I am actually asking if yu can help me. I am travelling from London to China in my Land Rover 110, and am heading out of Turkey, avoiding Iran, into Turk'stan by crossing the Caspian Sea - which route did you take? have you a website?

Peter

I went through Russia, thus avoiding Turkmnistan, but I've met people who drove through Azerbaijan, then got the ferry to Kazakhstan (Aktau).

Things to bear in mind:

Azerbaijan will only allow you three day's transit, unless you leave a full-value cash deposit for your vehicle at the border. You can leave the car / bike in the customs area for as long as you want and explore the country by other means, but I'm not sure how safe this is.

Turkmenistan is expensive to enter by car, and there seems to be no certainty in getting a transit visa.

The ferry to Aktau is sporadic, you might have to wait a few days in Baku.

Make sure your suspension is in top shape, as the roads in Western Kazakhstan are BAD. Expect to do 30km/h for a few days.

Hope this helps.

P.S. I hope you're only avoiding Iran to avoid getting a Carnet. It's propbably one of the best countries in the world to travel in!