International passport
Valid for ≥6 months after entry.
VISAS
Turkmenistan visa for RF citizens
The only country in the region where RF citizens need a visa and an invitation. We prepare the invitation and visa support turnkey.
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KEY POINTS
VISA
Required — issued by invitation
LENGTH OF STAY
per visa validity
REGISTRATION
required
01
ENTRY CONDITIONS
What you need to enter
Passport
An international passport valid for at least 6 months after entry.
Visa
Required — a tourist visa by invitation (LOI).
Letter of invitation (LOI)
Prepared by a licensed operator; submitted 3–4 weeks before the trip.
Getting the visa
On arrival at Ashgabat airport (or at a consulate) after LOI approval.
Fees
A consular fee of $50–150 and a ~$29 registration fee on entry.
Registration
Mandatory with the migration authorities after entry.
From 2025 an electronic visa is being introduced, but no launch date has been announced — the invitation (LOI) route remains the standard for now. Check the current procedure for your travel date.
02
DOCUMENTS
What to prepare
Letter of invitation (LOI)
We arrange it via a licensed operator.
Return tickets
Proof of departure.
Programme u0026 hotels
A day-by-day route and accommodation.
Medical insurance
Recommended for the whole stay.
03
WE WILL HELP
Turnkey visa support
If your trip needs a visa or invitation — we take the paperwork on. We prepare the document package, invitation letters and support you until issue.
invitation / LOI
form filling
consulate appointment
package check
urgent processing
Order visa support We reply within a business day
TIMING u0026 PRICE
How much and how fast
We answer questions about the visa and route.
from $140
≈ 12 900 ₽
Invitation, visa support and assistance.
from $215
≈ 19 900 ₽
Expedited invitation preparation.
FAQ
Answering the essentials
Do RF citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan?
Yes. A tourist visa is required, issued by invitation (LOI) via a licensed operator. We prepare the invitation and support turnkey.
What is the LOI and how long does it take?
A letter of invitation from a tour operator, approved by the State Migration Service. Processing takes from 3 weeks — apply well in advance.
Where is the visa issued?
On arrival at Ashgabat airport or at a consulate after LOI approval. Consular and registration fees are paid on entry.
Is registration mandatory?
Yes, registration with the migration authorities is required after entry — we handle it as part of the support.
Is an e-visa really being introduced?
A 2025 law introduced an e-visa, but no launch date has been announced. The invitation route remains the standard for now.
The information is for reference only and current as of the publication date. Visa rules change — check the requirements on official resources and with our managers for your travel date.
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