North Korea passport → Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan visa for citizens of North Korea

Embassy / VFSTurkmenistan visa (standard tourist/business)

Citizens of North Korea 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 · Turkmenistan visa (standard tourist/business)
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center
Entries	Single entry
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Equivalent of 500 USD per day of stay

How to apply

1
Obtain Letter of Invitation (LOI)
Your host in Turkmenistan must apply for a visa support letter from the State Migration Service before you apply.
2
Collect required documents
Prepare passport, photos, LOI, flight, hotel, insurance, bank statement, and employment letter.
3
Submit application in person at embassy
Visit the Turkmen embassy or consulate (nearest to your residence) with the original LOI and all documents. Appointment may be required.
4
Pay visa fee (if applicable)
Fee varies by embassy and visa type; pay at time of submission.
5
Wait for processing
Processing time depends on the embassy and type of visa; typically 5-10 business days.
6
Collect passport with visa
Return to the embassy in person or via authorized courier (if allowed) to receive your passport with visa sticker.

Documents checklist

Travel

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation
Round-trip flight itinerary
Copy of passport data page

Financial

Travel medical insurance
Minimum coverage 50,000 USD
Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement last 3 months

Employment

Employment letter (if employed)
Optional
Stating purpose and duration of visit

Supporting

Completed visa application form
Passport-sized photographs (2)
White background, 35x45mm
Invitation letter from Turkmenistan (LOI/Visa Support)
Issued by the State Migration Service upon request of your host/organizer

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Equivalent of 500 USD per day of stay

Bank statement (last 3 months)
Credit card statement
Cash proof

Embassy may request additional proof of financial means.

Good to know

Visa-free or eVisa options are not available for North Korean passport holders; a full embassy visa is mandatory.
The Letter of Invitation (LOI) must be obtained from a host in Turkmenistan before applying.
All documents must be in Turkmen, Russian, or English; translations may be required.
The visa application must be submitted in person at the embassy; no online submission.

Common refusal reasons

Missing or invalid Letter of Invitation (LOI)

Ensure your host obtains a valid LOI from the State Migration Service before you apply.

Passport validity less than 6 months

Check your passport validity; renew if necessary before applying.

Incomplete or incorrect application form

Double-check all entries and use the latest form from the embassy website.

Insufficient proof of funds or travel insurance

Provide a bank statement showing adequate balance and valid travel insurance meeting the minimum coverage.

FAQ

Do citizens of North Korea need a visa for Turkmenistan?

Citizens of North Korea need a visa for Turkmenistan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Turkmenistan visa (standard tourist/business).

What documents do citizens of North Korea need for Turkmenistan?

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity); Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs (2); Invitation letter from Turkmenistan (LOI/Visa Support); Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Round-trip flight itinerary; and 4 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Turkmenistan?

At least 6 months.

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