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title: Turkmenistan visa for citizens of Ukraine
description: Citizens of Ukraine 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 Ukraine

Citizens of Ukraine 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 (Letter of Invitation required)
- **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:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Obtain a letter of invitation from a registered company in Turkmenistan** — The company must secure prior approval from the Foreign Ministry on your behalf.
2. **Prepare required documents** — Gather passport, invitation letter, photos, completed application form, and onward ticket.
3. **Travel to Turkmenistan** — Fly or travel to an international airport or land border entry point in Turkmenistan.
4. **Apply for visa on arrival at the border** — Present all documents to immigration officers at the entry point and pay the visa fee (if any).
5. **Receive visa and enter** — Visa is issued at the border; you may stay up to 10 days and can apply for a 10-day extension locally.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay.
- **Letter of invitation from a registered Turkmen company** (Supporting): Issued by a company registered in Turkmenistan, with prior approval from the Foreign Ministry.
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): Standard visa photo requirements.
- **Visa application form** (Identity): Completed and signed form.
- **Proof of onward/return ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight itinerary showing departure from Turkmenistan.
- **Travel medical insurance** (Travel, optional): Highly recommended, though not explicitly mandatory for all.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified
- Bank statements
- Cash

Sufficient funds must be demonstrated to cover the stay.

## Good to know

- Letter of invitation must be pre-arranged and approved by the Turkmen Foreign Ministry; no visa without it.
- Visa on arrival is only available for certain nationalities; Ukrainians are eligible under this scheme.
- Overstay penalties may apply; extensions possible only for an additional 10 days.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Missing or invalid letter of invitation** — Ensure the company is registered and has obtained prior Foreign Ministry approval.
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Carry a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure from Turkmenistan.
- **Incomplete documentation** — Double-check all required documents are present and correctly filled out.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Ukraine need a visa for Turkmenistan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on arrival (Letter of Invitation required).

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

Up to 10 days.

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

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity); Letter of invitation from a registered Turkmen company; Passport-size photographs; Visa application form; Proof of onward/return ticket; Travel medical insurance.

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

At least 6 months.

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