Turkmenistan Visa

Do I Need a Visa for Turkmenistan?

Yes. All US citizens must have a valid passport, letter of invitation certified by the government of Turkmenistan, and a visa to enter the country. The letter of invitation allows travelers to apply for a visa, and it must be obtained before arrival in the country. The letter can only be obtained from the State Migration Services in Turkmenistan, and a request for an official letter must be submitted by the person or organization you intend to visit. It typically takes a minimum of 15 working days for the letter to be approved. Once you have your letter, you may work with a travel document expert to apply for a visa at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Washington, DC. The price of the visa varies depending on how long you intend to stay in Turkmenistan.

Is A …	A Turkmenistan Entry Requirement?
Passport	Yes
Passport Validity	At least 6 months validity
Blank Passport Pages	One page per entry stamp
Tourist Visa	Yes
Other Visa Types	See below

Sources: Embassy of Turkmenistan and U.S. State Department

Can I Obtain My Visa for Turkmenistan on Arrival?

Yes. You can apply for a visa on arrival at the airport in Ashgabat. However, be prepared for a long wait, and you must have your visa in advance if you plan to enter via any other port of entry. If you do attempt to apply for an on arrival visa, you still must have your letter of invitation before you arrive. If you arrive in the country without a valid letter or visa, you will be detained until you can arrange transportation out of Turkmenistan. Given that on arrival visa policies are subject to change without advance notice, it is advisable to obtain your visa before departure.

What Types of Materials Support My Turkmenistan Visa Application?

To apply for a Turkmenistan visa, you will need:

• Valid Passport
• Passport Photos that meet the Embassy of Turkmenistan’s requirements
• Proof of Residency
• Proof of Travel Arrangements
• Invitation Letter
• Properly Completed Turkmenistan Visa Application Form
• Money Order

Depending on the details of your trip to Turkmenistan, you may also need:

• Business Introduction Letter

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How Do I Obtain My Visa for Turkmenistan?

Call ! We make the complicated application process for a Turkmenistan visa simple, and we handle all details on your behalf. We provide you with a step by step application kit, visa application review service, pre-paid shipping labels, and hand delivery of your documents to the Embassy of Turkmenistan. Once your visa is issued, we are immediately notified, and we mail it back to you using a secure, trackable, overnight service.

What Else Do I Need to Do Before Traveling to Turkmenistan?

Make sure your US passport is still valid and will be for 6 months after the date you apply for your letter of invitation from Turkmenistan. If your departure date is approaching and your passport is about to expire, use Passport Health Passports and Visas’s expedited passport service; we can get you a new passport in as few as 1-3 business days.

Be sure to prepare your health for the myriad risks you will face in Turkmenistan! Schedule an appointment at the Passport Health travel clinic nearest to you to get all of the vaccines, medications, and travel supplies you need to keep you healthy while traveling in Turkmenistan.