Turkmenistan Passport/Visa

Passport Required?
British Yes
Australian Yes
Canadian Yes
USA Yes
Other EU Yes
Visa Required?
British Yes
Australian Yes
Canadian Yes
USA Yes
Other EU Yes
Return Ticket Required?
British No
Australian No
Canadian No
USA No
Other EU No

Passports

Passport valid for six months required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visas

Visa required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visa Note

(a) Special permission must be sought by those wishing to visit border zones. (b) Visa regulations within the CIS are liable to change at short notice. Prospective travellers are advised to contact the nearest Turkmenistan embassy well in advance of intended date of departure. (c) Travellers must not overstay their visas. Travellers should also register with the State Service of Turkmenistan for the Registration of Foreign Nationals if staying for more than three days. (d) Tourists should normally book through a recognised tour operator, who will obtain visas on their behalf; (e) Visitors intending to stay for more than three months must produce a certificate stating that they are HIV-negative. (f) Nationals without an embassy/consulate of Turkmenistan can obtain a visa on arrival, but prior permission to enter the country must be obtained before travelling. (g) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).

Types of Visa and Cost

Dependent upon nationality and duration of stay; visas can be granted for anything from 10 days to 12 months with costs varying from $35 to $1015.

Validity

Subject to the nature of the visit and the discretion of the authorities in Turkmenistan.

Applications to:

Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see Contact Addresses.

Working Days Required

Three to 10.
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