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title: Turkmenistan visa for citizens of North Korea
description: Citizens of North Korea need a visa for Turkmenistan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Turkmenistan visa for citizens of North Korea

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

- **Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)** (Travel)
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting)
- **Passport-sized photographs (2)** (Supporting): White background, 35x45mm
- **Invitation letter from Turkmenistan (LOI/Visa Support)** (Supporting): Issued by the State Migration Service upon request of your host/organizer
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel)
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel)
- **Travel medical insurance** (Financial): Minimum coverage 50,000 USD
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement last 3 months
- **Employment letter (if employed)** (Employment, optional): Stating purpose and duration of visit
- **Copy of passport data page** (Travel)

## 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.

## FAQs

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