Please ascertain whether payment will be made to the overseas hospital or doctor or if you will be reimbursed later for expenses that you incur. Some insurance policies also include coverage for psychiatric treatment and for disposition of remains in the event of death. While in a foreign country, U.S. citizens may encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States. The information below concerning the Kyrgyz Republic is provided for general reference only, and it may not be totally accurate in a particular location or circumstance. POOR Most of the Kyrgyz Republic's road infrastructure consists of two-lane roads, all of which are in various states of disrepair.
Many local drivers tend to disobey fundamental traffic laws - such as stopping at a red light.
As a result, driving can be very dangerous. Drivers must exercise particular caution to avoid uneven pavement, potholes and open drains and manholes. Night driving should be avoided because roads are inadequately lit. In winter, roads are seldom plowed, and ice and snow make the poor driving conditions even more hazardous. Pedestrians routinely walk in the road necessitating even greater caution for drivers.