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

Citizens of Croatia 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 on arrival (invitation-based, 10 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 10 days
- **Visa validity:** 10 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Obtain a letter of invitation** — The inviting company in Turkmenistan must apply for pre-approval from the Foreign Ministry.
2. **Attend embassy appointment (or VFS centre)** — Submit the completed form, invitation, passport, photo, and supporting documents in person.
3. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the applicable fee at the embassy or centre.
4. **Receive visa approval** — The embassy processes the request; visa is issued for on-arrival collection or affixed in passport.
5. **Travel to Turkmenistan** — Present the visa and invitation at the border for entry.
6. **Obtain visa on arrival (if approved)** — Pay the visa-on-arrival fee and receive 10-day stay.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)** (Identity)
- **Letter of invitation from a company registered in Turkmenistan** (Supporting): Must be pre-approved by the Foreign Ministry.
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity)
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): Usually 2 photos.
- **Proof of travel insurance** (Travel, optional)
- **Flight itinerary or booking** (Travel)
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel)
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial, optional)

## Good to know

- Visa-on-arrival is available only with a pre-approved invitation; without it, you will be denied entry.
- The 10-day stay can be extended once for another 10 days, but must be arranged with the Migration Service.

## Common refusal reasons

- **No valid letter of invitation or Foreign Ministry approval.** — Ensure the inviting company obtains pre-approval before travel.
- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months).** — Renew passport before applying.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Croatia need a visa for Turkmenistan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on arrival (invitation-based, 10 days).

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

Up to 10 days.

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

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity); Letter of invitation from a company registered in Turkmenistan; Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photograph; Flight itinerary or booking; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; and 2 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

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