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Passport/Visa
Note 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. Passports Valid passport required by all. Visas Visa required by all. Note Special permission must be sought by those wishing to visit border zones. Types of visa and cost Dependent upon nationality and duration of stay, contact the Embassy for details of prices (see Contact Addresses section). Validity Subject to the nature of the visit and the discretion of the authorities in Turkmenistan. Application to Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Contact Addresses section. Note a) For those coming from countries without Embassies or Consulates of Turkmenistan, entry visas may be obtained for a maximum of 10 days on arrival, provided holding an invitation from a company in Turkmenistan; (b) Tourists should normally book through a recognised tour operator, who will obtain visas on their behalf; (c) Visitors intending to stay for more than three months must produce a certificate stating that they are HIV-negative. Application requirements (a) Two completed application forms; (b) Two passport-size photos; (c) Passport with at least one blank page, valid for six months from date of departure from Turkmenistan; (d) Covering letter explaining purpose of visit; (e) Fee; (f) Stamped, self-addressed envelope; (g) Letter of invitation approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Turkmenistan (not needed by visitors seeking a transit visa only). Working days required Three to seven. Temporary residence Applications for temporary residence to carry out business are handled by the Interior Ministry; those wishing to obtain temporary residence for other reasons should apply to the Consular Affairs Office at the Foreign Ministry. |