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Tourist season

Are December and January good months to visit Turkmenistan?

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January

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Visa • Limitations

Visa requirements for citizens of United States visiting Turkmenistan for tourism.

Visa required

A visa is required, it must be obtained at the embassy or at the appropriate consular office.

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Central Asia: Former Soviet Republics

Territory of five former Soviet republics is a distant and fascinating region, a clash of post-Soviet climate with fairytale orient.

Did you know?

The surface area of Turkmenistan is 188.5 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 54 in terms of the area in the world.

How far is it?

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The distance between Ashgabat (TM) and Washington D.C. (US) is 6421 miles

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6421
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Ashgabat
37° 56' 11" N  58° 22' 40" E
Washington D.C.
38° 53' 29" N  77° 1' 40" W

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Safety

General travel safety level in Turkmenistan on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).

2

Level 2 • Exercise a high degree of caution (plus additional regional warnings).

Update: 13 Oct 2024

Upcoming holidays

1 January 2025• New Year's Day

8 March 2025• International Women's Day

Currency

Turkmenistan New Manat (TMT) - rate compared to selected currencies

1 TMT
Rate
Inversion
EUR
0.27123
3.68691
GBP
0.22569
4.43085
USD
0.2849
3.51
Update: 15 Dec 2024

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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions

From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Turkmenistan

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Distance matrix
MilesAshgabatDaşoguzMaryTurkmenbashiTürkmenabatMervNissaHazar State Nature Reserve
Ashgabat-2821913232922088298
Daşoguz282-310386269311282413
Mary191310-50614019199487
Turkmenbashi323386506-56852031569
Türkmenabat292269140568-124299565
Merv20831119520124-216503
Nissa8282199315299216-289
Hazar State Nature Reserve29841348769565503289-
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MaryMerv
nissa
AhalNissa
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BalkanHazar State Nature Reserve
    ruhyyet palace ashgabat
    AshgabatRuhyýet Palace
    independence monument ashgabat
    AshgabatIndependence Monument
    gurbanguly hajji mosque mary
    MaryGurbanguly Hajji Mosque
    turkmen carpet museum ashgabat
    AshgabatTurkmen Carpet Museum

    Best Ways to Experience Turkmenistan

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    Practical Information for Travelers

    • Currency
    • Vaccinations
    • Visa
    • Electricity

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    Turkmenistan New Manat (TMT)

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    Vaccinations

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    All travelers

    You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Turkmenistan.

    Routine vaccines

    Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.
    Prevention
    • Get vaccinated
    • Reduce your exposure to germs

    Most travelers

    Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.

    Hepatitis A

    Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.
    Prevention
    • Get vaccinated
    • Eat and drink safely

    Typhoid

    Typhoid fever is an acute, systemic infectious disease caused by Salmonella typhi.The source of the infection may include dirty water, raw fruits, vegetables, dairy products, as well as dirt containing bacteria.
    Prevention
    • Get vaccinated
    • Eat and drink safely

    Some travelers

    Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.

    Hepatitis B

    Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).
    Prevention
    • Get vaccinated
    • Avoid sharing body fluids
    • Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment

    Rabies

    Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.
    Prevention
    • Get vaccinated
    • Keep away from animals
    This section is for informational purposes and does not exhaust all issues related to vaccination. Based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

    With or without a visa?

    Visa requirements for citizens of

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    Updated on 2 March 2023. Based on Visa requirements for United States citizens
    Visa required

    A visa is required, it must be obtained at the embassy or at the appropriate consular office.

    • Departure fee applies.
    • 10-day visa on arrival if holding letter of invitation issued by a company registered in Turkmenistan with a prior approval from the Foreign Ministry.

    Electricity

    220V (50 Hz)

    In Turkmenistan the standard voltage is 220V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, F sockets are used.

    Click on the socket icon to see more information
    socket CType C
    socket FType F

    Facts and Figures

    Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country

    Population

    		112 / 231
    Ranking
    6 031 200
    Turkmen 85%, Uzbek 5%, Russian 4%

    Area

    		54 / 230
    Ranking
    188.5 thous. mi²
    It is approximately 5% of the territory of United States.

    Life expectancy

    		139 / 196
    Ranking
    71.5
    Life expectancy expressed in years.men 68.5women 74.7

    Median age

    		65 / 157
    Ranking
    29.2
    Average age of population expressed in years.men 28.7women 29.7

    Population growth

    		85 / 172
    Ranking
    1.02%
    The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss.

    Literacy

    		4 / 131
    Ranking
    99.7%
    Ability to read, write and count.men 99.8%women 99.6%

    GDP

    		86 / 194
    Ranking
    15 207 INT$
    GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population.
    Source: WDI World Bank & CIA World Factbook Country Comparison

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