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title: Turkmenistan visa for citizens of the Maldives
description: Citizens of the Maldives 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 the Maldives

Citizens of the Maldives 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 · Visitor Visa (10 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 10 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Obtain an invitation letter** — Contact a registered company in Turkmenistan to secure an invitation letter with Foreign Ministry approval
2. **Prepare application documents** — Gather all required documents including completed form, photos, passport, and invitation
3. **Schedule an appointment at the embassy** — Contact the Turkmen embassy nearest to your residence to book a submission slot
4. **Submit application in person** — Attend the appointment with original documents and pay any applicable fee
5. **Wait for processing and collect visa** — Processing time varies; collect passport with visa once notified

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 2 blank pages** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Download from embassy website or obtain in person
- **Passport-sized photographs (2)** (Identity): White background, 35x45mm, taken within 6 months
- **Letter of invitation from a Turkmen company registered with the Foreign Ministry** (Supporting): Must include prior approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- **Copy of flight itinerary and hotel reservation** (Travel): Round-trip or onward ticket required
- **Travel medical insurance covering the entire stay** (Travel, optional): Minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR recommended

## Common refusal reasons

- **Missing or invalid invitation letter** — Ensure the letter is issued by a registered Turkmen company and pre-approved by the Foreign Ministry
- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and use the latest form version from the embassy

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Maldives need a visa for Turkmenistan?

Citizens of the Maldives need a visa for Turkmenistan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visitor Visa (10 days).

### How long can citizens of the Maldives stay in Turkmenistan?

Up to 10 days.

### What documents do citizens of the Maldives need for Turkmenistan?

Valid passport with at least 2 blank pages; Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs (2); Letter of invitation from a Turkmen company registered with the Foreign Ministry; Copy of flight itinerary and hotel reservation; Travel medical insurance covering the entire stay.

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

At least 6 months.

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