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title: Turkmenistan visa for citizens of Austria
description: "Citizens of Austria need a visa for Turkmenistan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 10 days. Processing: 10–15 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Turkmenistan visa for citizens of Austria

Citizens of Austria need a visa for Turkmenistan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Visa (prior approval required)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 10 days
- **Visa validity:** 10 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 10–15 days
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Obtain Letter of Invitation (LOI)** — Secure a letter of invitation from a registered Turkmen company, approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
2. **Prepare Application Documents** — Gather all required documents including passport, photos, LOI, itinerary, and financial proof.
3. **Book an Appointment at the Embassy** — Schedule an appointment at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Vienna.
4. **Submit Application in Person** — Attend the appointment and submit all documents and pay the visa fee (if applicable).
5. **Wait for Processing** — Processing typically takes 10-15 working days, subject to Foreign Ministry approval.
6. **Collect Passport with Visa** — Return to the embassy to collect your passport with the visa stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank visa pages** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity)
- **Passport-sized photograph (white background)** (Identity): 45x35 mm
- **Letter of invitation from a registered company in Turkmenistan approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs** (Supporting): Must be original or certified copy
- **Hotel booking confirmation for the entire stay** (Travel)
- **Flight itinerary (round trip)** (Travel)
- **Travel insurance covering the stay in Turkmenistan** (Travel): Minimum coverage of €30,000
- **Bank statement for the last 3 months** (Financial): Showing sufficient funds for the trip
- **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment)
- **Copy of previous visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional)

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements

No specific minimum balance stated, but sufficient funds for the trip must be demonstrated.

## Good to know

- Visa approval is subject to approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.
- The letter of invitation must be obtained well in advance and approved.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or invalid letter of invitation** — Ensure the invitation is from a registered company and approved by the Foreign Ministry.
- **Missing or incorrect documents** — Double-check all requirements and provide clear copies.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Austria need a visa for Turkmenistan?

Citizens of Austria need a visa for Turkmenistan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa (prior approval required).

### How long can citizens of Austria stay in Turkmenistan?

Up to 10 days.

### How long does Turkmenistan visa processing take?

Typically 10–15 days.

### What documents do citizens of Austria need for Turkmenistan?

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank visa pages; Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photograph (white background); Letter of invitation from a registered company in Turkmenistan approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Hotel booking confirmation for the entire stay; Flight itinerary (round trip); and 4 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Turkmenistan?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- Turkmenistan Visa Requirements for Austria Citizens (visas.guide, third-party site)
- Austria National Visa Processing Time for Turkmenistan (eammu.com, third-party site)
- Turkmenistan National Visa Processing Time for Austria (eammu.com, third-party site)

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- [Turkmenistan visa for every passport](/visa/turkmenistan)
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