Turkmenistan visa requirements for Mauritians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Mauritians visiting Turkmenistan

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

  • Turkmenistan application form that is correctly completed and signed.
  • Visa applications should be typed and submitted capital letters.
  • Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy.
  • Original Mauritius Signed Passport that is valid for 6 months.
  • The passport should have one blank page.
  • If you do not have any blank page on your passport, you should apply for additional pages at the embassy.
  • A copy of your round trip airline tickets, or itinerary.
  • The itinerary must show the applicant's name, date of arrival and departure details.
  • Endorsement and amendment pages on the passport will not be accepted for Turkmenistan Visa.
  • Two recent 2 x 2 color passport photographs, in front view and with a white background.
  • Passport photographs should be glued to the Turkmenistan application form as a staple will not be accepted.
  • Turkmenistan visa is valid for three months and it usually takes 10 business days to be processed.
  • Proof of sufficient funds is required by providing a bank statement showing that the applicant has enough funds for the trip.
  • Proof of no criminal record signed by the local police department in Mauritius.

Turkmenistan Visa for Mauritians

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
Business visa 10 business days 3 months
Tourist visa 10 busines days 3 months
Transit visa 10 business days 3 months

General Requirements for Turkmenistan Visa

  • Turkmenistan application form that is correctly completed and signed.
  • Visa applications should be typed and submitted capital letters.
  • Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy.
  • Original Mauritius Signed Passport that is valid for 6 months.
  • The passport should have one blank page.
  • If you do not have any blank page on your passport, you should apply for additional pages at the embassy.
  • A copy of your round trip airline tickets, or itinerary.
  • The itinerary must show the applicant's name, date of arrival and departure details.
  • Endorsement and amendment pages on the passport will not be accepted for Turkmenistan Visa.
  • Two recent 2 x 2 color passport photographs, in front view and with a white background.
  • Passport photographs should be glued to the Turkmenistan application form as a staple will not be accepted.
  • Turkmenistan visa is valid for three months and it usually takes 10 business days to be processed.
  • Proof of sufficient funds is required by providing a bank statement showing that the applicant has enough funds for the trip.
  • Proof of no criminal record signed by the local police department in Mauritius.
Turkmenistan Business visa Turkmenistan Tourist visa Turkmenistan Transit visa

Turkmenistan Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A business visa is granted to visitors who intend to enter Turkmenistan for business activities.
  • Letter of invitation on letterhead from the organization in Turkmenistan to be visited, 
  • The letter should be certified by the State Foreign Citizens Registration Service of Turkmenistan
  • This visa permits a stay of 3 months
  • An application form must be accurately filled and signed.
  • Original Mauritius passport that is valid for at least 6 months with one blank page.
  • An original copy of a letter of invitation from a Turkmenistan company addressed to the Consulate of Turkmenistan in your home country in Mauritius. 
  • This letter should include applicants' full name, the reason for stay and the business to be conducted between your company and the inviting Turkmenistan company.
  • Applicants are to provide a round trip ticket to serve as proof that the applicant would return to their home country when the visa expires.
  • You are also required to secure hotel accommodation in Turkmensia for the entire duration of your stay in the country and provide proof of this.

Turkmenistan Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa is granted to those who intend to visit for tourism, visiting family and friends and getting involved in other leisure activities.
  • Original Mauritius Signed Passport that is valid for 6 months.
  • The passport should have one blank page.
  • An application form that is completely signed.
  • Two recent 2 x 2 color passport photographs, in front view and with a white background.
  • A letter of invitation from the host is required.
  • The letter of invitation must be approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • The maximum stay for a tourist is 3 months. 
  • Under-aged applicants are to provide consent note signed by parent authorizing the embassy to issue the visa to the child.
  • A copy of the birth certificate and other important documents such as the parent’s ID is required.
  • Holder of this visa is not permitted to work or take up educational activities.
  • Applicants should apply 3 months in advance before the intended date of travel.

Turkmenistan Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Transit visa is granted to individuals to allow them to pass through or transit through Turkmenistan to the third party country.
  • Original Mauritius Signed Passport that is valid for 6 months.
  • The passport should have one blank page.
  • An application form that is completely signed  
  • Two recent 2 x 2 color passport photographs, in front view and with a white background.
  • Letter of invitation for a transit visa is not required
  • Applicants should take note that the two countries in question mustn’t have any transit route between them other than through Turkmenistan.
  • The maximum stay for a transit visa is 5 days and it starts from the date of entry.
  • Transit visa does not allow a stay for more than 5 days.

Turkmenistan Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

115.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

115.00 (USD)

Transit visa

35.00 (USD)

Turkmenistan Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Mauritius

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Turkmenistan does not have an Embassy in Mauritius presently, therefore applicants should apply for visa at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Mauritius neighboring country.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I arrive later before the dates on my visa?
  • You cannot enter Turkmenistan before the stated date or leave after the expiring date of your visa. You must not enter after the start date and must leave before the expiry date.
How long in advance should I apply for Visa?
  • Applicants should apply 3 months in advance before the intended date of travel.
Is it safe to travel to Turkmenistan?

Turkmenistan is one of the countries that are actually safe for visitors. As visitors, you just need to ensure you do not harm or offend people or citizens of Turkmenistan.