Turkmenistan visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting Turkmenistan

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Turkmen Visa.

Turkmenistan Visa for Ghanaians

Facts about Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan is known for its 3 World Heritage Sites, resorts, museums and wildlife in the desert areas. The sea resorts along the Caspian Sea is one of the more popular tourist destinations in the country. Another top site for tourists is the desert fauna of Karakum which is the home of many rare animals. The country has the sixth-largest reserves of natural gas resources.
 
Turkmenistan is currently ranked seventh on the list of least visited countries in the world. The country receives about 7,000 visitors yearly.
 
Foreign men who engage in relationships with local women will be fined and deported from the country.

Types of Turkmenistan Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Turkmenistan Visa

Turkmenistan Tourist visa Turkmenistan Business visa

Turkmenistan Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is the type of visa issued to persons intending to visit Turkmenistan for tourism purposes.
  • You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
  • All visitors to Turkmenistan must carry a valid passport.
  • Your total stay is counted starting from the day you enter into Turkmenistan.
  •  Visa applicants intending to visit a friend or family need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Turkmenistan.
  • This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
  •  During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
  • You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires and present documents that show you have the intention to do so.
  • This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.

Turkmenistan Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Turkmenistan for business purposes.
  • You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Turkmen company you will be visiting.
  • This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
  • If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
  • If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
  • Certificate of business registration of the company you are meeting with in Turkmenistan is required.
  • If you have had previous business dealings with the company you are meeting with, you are required to present a proof of this.
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.
  • Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
  • You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
  • It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted.

Turkmenistan Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

100.00 (USD)

Business visa

100.00 (USD)

Turkmenistan Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ghana

Location

Address

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the currency used in Turkmenistan??
The official currency of Turkmenistan is the Turkmenistan manat.
Where is Turkmenistan located??
Turkmenistan is located in the southwest of Central Asia. It is bordered by Kazakhstan to the northwest, Uzbekistan to the north and east, Afghanistan to the southeast, Iran to the south, and the Caspian Sea to the west.
How rich is Turkmenistan??
Turkmenistan is one of the world's fastest-growing economies. Turkmenistan produces roughly 70 billion cubic metres of natural gas each year and about two-thirds of its exports go to Russia's Gazprom gas monopoly.
What is Turkmenistan famous for??
Known for its autocratic government and large gas reserves, Turkmenistan also has a reputation as an island of stability in restive Central Asia.
What is the capital of Turkmenistan??
The capital city of Turkmenistan is Ashgabat. It was founded in 1881.