What is the Letter of Invitation?

It is an official invitation from a licensed tour operator or sponsor, certified by the State Migration Service, without which no tourist visa can be issued.

Can I get a visa on arrival in Turkmenistan?

A visa on arrival is possible at Ashgabat airport, but only if you present the original certified Letter of Invitation.

What documents do I need for Turkmenistan?

A passport valid for at least six months, the certified Letter of Invitation, a recent photo and a completed application form. We review each document before submitting.

How long can I stay in Turkmenistan?

Tourist visas typically allow up to 30 days and can be extended at the State Migration Service in Ashgabat.

Do you need a Turkmenistan visa?

Planning a trip to Turkmenistan? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the Turkmenistan Tourist Visa (LOI) entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 10 days. Most international travellers need a Turkmenistan Tourist Visa (LOI) before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your Turkmenistan visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a Turkmenistan visa online?

Applying for a Turkmenistan Tourist Visa (LOI) with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest Turkmenistan immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your Turkmenistan eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your Turkmenistan visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a Turkmenistan visa cost?

A Turkmenistan Tourist Visa (LOI) costs $100 through VisitsVisa. The $100 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own Turkmenistan visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does Turkmenistan visa processing take?

Standard Turkmenistan visa processing usually takes 10 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your Turkmenistan eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a Turkmenistan visa valid and how long can I stay?

The Turkmenistan Tourist Visa (LOI) permits a stay of Up to 30 days and is valid for 3 months from issue (single entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason Turkmenistan applications are refused.

Turkmenistan Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | Tourist Visa (LOI)

Turkmenistan Visa Information

Visa TypeTourist Visa (LOI)

Length of StayUp to 30 days

Validity3 months from issue

EntrySingle entry

MethodLetter of Invitation required

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Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

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How Turkmenistan eVisa Process Works

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Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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3
Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

4
Submitted to Immigration
Sent to Turkmenistan Immigration.

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Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Every nationality needs a Letter of Invitation certified by the State Migration Service before a visa can be issued. Once the invitation is certified, the visa is granted at an embassy or on arrival at Ashgabat airport against the original letter.

Eligible nationalities

219 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. All nationalities need a visa, and a Letter of Invitation certified by the State Migration Service is mandatory first.

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VisitsVisa follows strict sourcing guidelines. The Turkmenistan visa information on this page is verified against official government sources and reviewed by our visa specialists. We avoid using tertiary references and update this page as entry requirements change.

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Turkmenistan Immigration
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IATA Travel Centre
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Last reviewedAugust 2026

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