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Turkmenistan visa for citizens of Serbia

Embassy / VFSVisa on Arrival (10 days, with Letter of Invitation)

Citizens of Serbia 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 (10 days, with Letter of Invitation)
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
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay

How to apply

1
Obtain Letter of Invitation
Arrange with a registered Turkmen company to obtain a letter of invitation approved by the Foreign Ministry.
2
Prepare documents
Gather passport, photos, application form, invitation, flight ticket, and proof of funds.
3
Travel to Turkmenistan
Arrive at an international airport or land border with all documents.
4
Apply for visa on arrival
Present documents at the visa on arrival counter and pay the fee (if any).
5
Receive visa and enter
Visa is issued on the spot for up to 10 days.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)
Must have at least two blank pages.
Completed visa application form
May be obtained from the embassy.
Passport-sized photographs
Typically 2 photos, white background.

Travel

Proof of onward/return ticket
Confirmed flight itinerary.
Travel insurance
Optional
Recommended but not mandatory.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement or cash.

Supporting

Letter of invitation from a registered Turkmen company
Must be approved by the Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan.
Prior approval from the Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan
Obtained by the inviting company.

Proof of funds

Bank statement
Cash

Sufficient funds for the duration of stay.

Good to know

Visa on arrival is only available if you have a letter of invitation from a registered Turkmen company with prior Foreign Ministry approval.
Overstaying may result in fines or deportation.

Common refusal reasons

Missing or invalid letter of invitation

Ensure the invitation is from a registered company and approved by the Foreign Ministry.

Insufficient passport validity

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.

FAQ

Do citizens of Serbia need a visa for Turkmenistan?

Citizens of Serbia need a visa for Turkmenistan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (10 days, with Letter of Invitation).

How long can citizens of Serbia stay in Turkmenistan?

Up to 10 days.

What documents do citizens of Serbia need for Turkmenistan?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Letter of invitation from a registered Turkmen company; Prior approval from the Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan; Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs; Proof of onward/return ticket; and 2 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Turkmenistan?

At least 6 months.

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