Carry your passport, showing a valid visa and local registration, or a photocopy of it at all times. Failure to do so may result in arrest. If you intend to visit two or more CIS countries should contact the relevant embassies for advice before travelling. Mugging and theft are common problems, both in cities and rural areas. There have been reports of thefts committed by uniformed police officers and gangs.
Foreigners are a particular target.
Do not walk alone at night, or alone and avoid travelling in unofficial taxis. Do not travel in unofficial taxis. Passengers lists on aircraft are not always kept confidential . There have been recent cases of people being met from am aircraft by someome using their name and subsequently robbed. Road travel within Kyrgyzstan is difficult because of the terrain.