Turkmenistan visa requirements for Malaysians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Malaysians visiting Turkmenistan

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

  • Two copies of completely filled and signed visa application form.
  • Passport with a validity of 6 months after the intended departure from the country.
  • Two 2 x 2 recent passport-sized photograph taken with a white background
  • Flight tickets with entry and exit dates.
  • Proof of financial support in form of a bank statement which is not older than 3 months showing sufficient funds for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation in form of a hotel reservation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket showing that you have the incentive to return to Malaysia.
  • Valid travel insurance to cover the period of your entire stay.

Turkmenistan Visa for Malaysians

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 3-7 working days 10 days - 12 months
Business visa 3-7 working days 10 days - 12 months

General Requirements for Turkmenistan Visa

  • Two copies of completely filled and signed visa application form.
  • Passport with a validity of 6 months after the intended departure from the country.
  • Two 2 x 2 recent passport-sized photograph taken with a white background
  • Flight tickets with entry and exit dates.
  • Proof of financial support in form of a bank statement which is not older than 3 months showing sufficient funds for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation in form of a hotel reservation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket showing that you have the incentive to return to Malaysia.
  • Valid travel insurance to cover the period of your entire stay.
Turkmenistan Tourist visa Turkmenistan Business visa

Turkmenistan Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Turkmenistan tourist visa is issued to Malaysians traveling to Turkmenistan for tourism and visitation purposes.
  • This visa is valid for 10 days to 12 months.
  • Tourist visa holders are required to register their stay at the State Tourism Registration Office with 72 business hours of arrival into Turkmenistan.
  • Applicants will need to acquire a visa support letter or letter of invitation (LOI) from a licensed travel agency to get a tourist visa.
  • Visitors are required to pay an additional US$14 fee on entry for an entry card that will list their exit point in Turkmenistan.
  • Applicants cannot travel to Turkmenistan individually, a tour agent should plan your stay and connect you to a tour group.
  • Applicants traveling with minors are required to provide their birth certificates
  • If you arrive without a visa or certified letter of invitation, authorities may hold you at the airport until you arrange transportation out of Turkmenistan.
  • Currency restriction for exit out of Turkmenistan is $3,000.
  • Once you arrive in Turkmenistan, you must do the following:
    • Inform the State Migration Service in advance of travel outside the city where you are registered. You face fines and deportation if you fail to do so.
    • Register your departure with the State Migration Service one day before you leave. You must register and de-register at the same SMS office.
  • Failure to register properly can result in fines, arrest, and/or deportation.
  • Turkmenistan is mostly a cash economy. Most businesses, including airlines and hotels, do not accept credit cards. While there are some ATMs in Ashgabat, getting personal checks cashed can take up to two months.
  • The official currency in Turkmenistan is the Turkmen Manat. It is illegal to use foreign currencies and to exchange money on the black market. You can obtain Manat in ATM machines.
  • Customs regulations are strict, particularly regarding carpets, jewelry, musical instruments, art, archaeological artifacts, antiques, and protected animals.
  • Travel permits for certain regions in the country are required.

Turkmenistan Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Turkmenistan business visa is issued to Malaysians traveling to Turkmenistan for business purposes. 
  • This visa is valid from 10 days to 12 months.
  • Business visa holders are required to register their stay at the State Migration Service within 72 business hours of arrival into Turkmenistan.
  • Travelers to Turkmenistan may engage in the activities below on a business visa:
    • Attend business meetings.
    • Attend conferences and conventions.
    • Tour a company facility.
    • Negotiate contracts.
  • A letter of invitation from sponsor (either host company or individual) in Turkmenistan (certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ashgabat) explaining the relationship to the applicant and the purpose of travel. In addition, the letter must indicate the duration of stay, place of stay, and contact information.
  • The applicants are required to provide a business cover letter. The cover letter should include the following information: introduction of the applicant, an indication of the applicant's employment status/position held in the company, and the purpose of visit in Turkmenistan.
  • The business letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant and must provide detailed contact information in Turkmenistan.
  • Proof of travel arrangement must be provided. It must come in the form of a computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Turkmenistan.
  • Travelers planning to stay in Turkmenistan for more than 3 months need to present an HIV certificate from a doctor.

Turkmenistan Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

35.00 (USD)

Business visa

35.00 (USD)

Turkmenistan Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Malaysia

Location

Address

Kuala Lumpur

Turkmen Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia --- 14th Floor, Wisma Sin Heap Lee 346 Jalan Tun Razak 50400 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

malaysia.tmembassy.gov.tm

tkmembmalaysia@gmail.com

(+60) 3 2161 0421

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I register my stay in Turkmenistan?

Tourist visa holders are required to register their stay at the State Tourism Registration Office and business visa holders at the State Migration Service within 72 business hours of arrival into Turkmenistan.

Can I use credit cards in Turkmenistan?

You can use credit cards in Ashgabat and some five star hotels.

Can I use dollars in Turkmenistan?

The official currency of Turkmenistan is the manat. However, the US dollar is widely accepted by large hotels and at airports.

What language is spoken in Turkmenistan?

The official language of Turkmenistan is Turkmen. Russian is widely used as a second language. It is advised that visitors hire a translator or guide.