View Alerts and Messages Archive. Because dual citizenship is not recognized, dual nationals are often denied departure from the country. Consequently, U. The ability of the U. Embassy in Ashgabat to assist such dual citizens is very limited.
We strongly urge all dual U. Please see our Travel. Gov website and our Embassy's page on dual citizenship for additional information. Allow at least 15 business days for approval. After receiving the letter of invitation, apply for a visa at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in D. If you apply for a visa upon arrival in Turkmenistan, you must possess a valid Letter of Invitation and pay a visa sticker fee which varies depending on duration of stay. 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.
Transit visas are of very short duration and are difficult to extend, therefore we suggest that you travel on a tourist visa. If you are in Turkmenistan more than three working days, you must:. If you are deported for these violations, authorities will bar your return to Turkmenistan for up to five years.
Potential for Terrorist Activity: While there has been no known terrorist activity in Turkmenistan, travelers should be aware of the continuing threat that exists in Central Asia. These groups have expressed anti-U. These areas include:. The SMS takes at least 10 working days to process requests for special travel permits to restricted zones.
Turkmenistan Airlines the national airline requires proof of SMS permission before selling tickets to people traveling to a restricted zone. Police and military are present in all regions of Turkmenistan. Security personnel maintain checkpoints on major roads and may place visitors under surveillance. Hotel rooms, telephones, e-mail, and fax machines may be monitored, and personal possessions in hotel rooms may be searched. Carry your passport at all times ; otherwise, you may be detained.
