Turkmenistan travel restrictions

Turkmenistan Latest News: Turkmenistan government to allow resumption of flights with Germany, United Arab Emirates as COVID-19 situation improves (Trend, 07.05.2022).

International Restrictions:
*All travellers: All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended.
At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
You will need a visa and letter of invitation (LOI) to enter or travel through Turkmensitan as a visitor.
You should consult your embassy in advance of your intended travel date. All visa applications made at Turkmen Embassies can take 20 days or more. There is an accelerated 24 hour service, but a supplementary fee of approximately US$150 will be charged.
You will need a letter of invitation (LOI), certified by the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan, from a private individual or company to support your application. For tourists, these can be obtained from authorised travel agents. A list is available from the British Embassy in Ashgabat. Those travelling on business for the first time must obtain letters from relevant ministries, departments or companies they wish to co-operate with, unless the visit is made to attend an exhibition or other event, in which case the organiser normally provides visa support.
Without prior approval from the Turkmen authorities, it is not possible to enter Turkmenistan. It is possible to buy a visa on arrival at either Ashgabat and Turkmenabad airports or the ferry port at Turkmenbashi but only if you have approval from the Turkmenistan Migration Service before arrival. If you break your journey or try to enter Turkmenistan without the right visa you will face a long and uncomfortable wait in the offices of the Immigration Service at the airport or ferry port.
In addition to a visa fee, there are charges of up to US$150 for vehicles entering Turkmenistan by either land or sea. These can include elements for disinfection, an entry permit, insurance and a compensatory amount for fuel subsidies operating in Turkmenistan. The rate is changeable and varies depending on the entry point, the type of vehicle, its engine capacity and distance you intend to travel. All are payable in cash in US Dollars on entry.
If you are staying for more than 3 days you should register with the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan. Don’t overstay your visa.
All foreign nationals need a visa to transit Turkmenistan. You can be registered at entry and exit points if your stay is not longer than five days and you hold a valid transit visa. But you won’t be able to change your transit visa in-country, and you must notify the authorities if you intend to vary your route through the country.
If you intend to travel from Turkmenistan to Azerbaijan across the Caspian Sea you should be aware that it is not possible to buy a visa on arrival at Baku seaport. Make sure you have a valid visa to enter Azerbaijan if you take the ferry.
On arrival, you must pay a US$14 migration fee ($10 fee plus $4 Admin charge).
You must register within three days of arrival with the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan at their office at 57 Azadi Street, Ashgabat. Registration is for the period of the visa and may be carried out on your behalf. If you are not staying in Ashgabat, you should register at the local department of Migration Service instead. You should bring two passport size photos. The State Migration Service of Turkmenistan will need a letter confirming your departure from Turkmenistan. A de-registration stamp in your passport is no longer required.
Non-compliance with these requirements could lead to prosecution and possible detention.
Single parents or other adults travelling alone with children should contact their embassy for advice about the documents that will be required at immigration.
If you intend to enter Turkmenistan with medicines, whether prescription or non-prescription, you should check in advance the list of prohibited medicines and the legal quantities of medicines that are allowed into the country. If you’re in any doubt, check this with your embassy before the travel.
Substances of concern to the Turkmen authorities include but are not limited to tramadol, morphine, opiates or any other constituent competent that may be considered as a narcotic drug or psychotropic agent. Possession of these items can lead to administrative or criminal proceedings if you don’t have a prescription, or if you’re carrying more than you need for your visit and don’t declare them on arrival.
If you’re travelling with prescription medicines, you should carry a doctor’s prescription and declare the items on your customs declaration form. Some medicines that are non-prescription in your country, including codeine, can cause problems on entry into Turkmenistan. Issues have been reported at both the international airport and land borders.
You won’t be able to enter or transit Turkmenistan using a UK Emergency Travel Document (ETD). If your ETD has been issued in Turkmenistan, you will need an exit visa from the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan or Department of Visa and Registration before you can travel out of Turkmenistan. This process can take up to 5 working days.
Turkmen border crossings can be subject to occasional and unannounced closures.
If you’re fully vaccinated: All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended.
At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must have a document confirming that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19, or a certificate confirming the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM, IgG). The vaccination document should confirm that the first vaccination dose was provided at least 42 days prior to arrival in Turkmenistan. If an individual cannot be vaccinated for health reasons, a medical certificate confirming this must be provided instead.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must also provide a PCR test certificate and details of testing undertaken for the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM/IgG) taken within the previous 48 hours.
Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19, for which a fee (approximately US $30) will be charged. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 21 days in a location designated by the authorities. You should confirm the latest information with your Turkmen sponsor, or with the Turkmen Embassy where your visa was issued.
Proof of vaccination status: You must present proof that you have been fully vaccinated to enter Turkmenistan.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must have a document confirming that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19, or a certificate confirming the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM, IgG). The vaccination document should confirm that the first vaccination dose was provided at least 42 days prior to arrival in Turkmenistan. If an individual cannot be vaccinated for health reasons, a medical certificate confirming this must be provided instead.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must also provide a PCR test certificate and details of testing undertaken for the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM/IgG).
Although we understand that the proof of COVID recovery and vaccination status is being accepted in practice, Turkmenistan has not yet officially confirmed this. We therefore recommend that you contact your nearest Turkmenistan embassy for advice on entry requirements. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination.
*If you’re not fully vaccinated: All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended.
At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must have a document confirming that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19, or a certificate confirming the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM, IgG). The vaccination document should confirm that the first vaccination dose was provided at least 42 days prior to arrival in Turkmenistan. If you cannot be vaccinated for health reasons, a medical certificate confirming this must be provided instead.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must also provide a PCR test certificate issued in the previous 48 hours and details of testing undertaken for the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM/IgG).
Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 21 days in a location designated by the authorities. You should confirm the latest information with your Turkmen sponsor, or with the Turkmen Embassy where your visa was issued.
Children and young people: Children aged 17 and under can follow the rules for fully vaccinated travellers to enter Turkmenistan.
If you’re transiting through Turkmenistan: Transiting is when you pass through one country on the way to your final destination. It is not currently possible to transit Turkmenistan en route to another destination.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Turkmenistan: There are restrictions on road travel within Turkmenistan. All road borders are closed. The International Seaport of Turkmenistan at Turkmenbashi is closed to passenger traffic.
Traffic police check points have been established around major population centres, including Ashgabat, and road users may be subject to temperature screening.
Chartered flights which are able to enter/leave Turkmenistan are currently arriving and departing from Turkmenabat and Turkmenbashi, approximately 620kms and 520kms from the capital, Ashgabat, respectively.
Domestic flights remain operational, but with a reduced service. Passengers are subject to temperature checks.
Rail services are suspended.
*Accommodation: Hotels remain open with no restrictive measures in place.
*Public spaces and services: It is compulsory to wear a facemask when in public.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.

Turkmenistan Latest News:

International Restrictions:
* All travellers: All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended. At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
You will need a visa and letter of invitation (LOI) to enter or travel through Turkmensitan as a visitor. You should consult the Turkemn embassy in your country well in advance of your intended travel date. All visa applications made at Turkmen Embassies can take 20 days or more. There is an accelerated 24 hour service, but a supplementary fee of approximately US$150 will be charged.
You will need a letter of invitation (LOI), certified by the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan, from a private individual or company to support your application. For tourists, these can be obtained from authorised travel agents. A list is available from the Embassy in Ashgabat. Those travelling on business for the first time must obtain letters from relevant ministries, departments or companies they wish to co-operate with, unless the visit is made to attend an exhibition or other event, in which case the organiser normally provides visa support.
Without prior approval from the Turkmen authorities, it is not possible to enter Turkmenistan. It is possible to buy a visa on arrival at either Ashgabat and Turkmenabad airports or the ferry port at Turkmenbashi but only if you have approval from the Turkmenistan Migration Service before arrival. If you break your journey or try to enter Turkmenistan without the right visa you will face a long and uncomfortable wait in the offices of the Immigration Service at the airport or ferry port.
In addition to a visa fee, there are charges of up to US$150 for vehicles entering Turkmenistan by either land or sea. These can include elements for disinfection, an entry permit, insurance and a compensatory amount for fuel subsidies operating in Turkmenistan. The rate is changeable and varies depending on the entry point, the type of vehicle, its engine capacity and distance you intend to travel. All are payable in cash in US Dollars on entry.
If you are staying for more than 3 days you should register with the State Service of Turkmenistan for the Registration of Foreign Nationals. Don’t overstay your visa.
All foreign nationals need a visa to transit Turkmenistan. You can be registered at entry and exit points if your stay is not longer than five days and you hold a valid transit visa. But you won’t be able to change your transit visa in-country, and you must notify the authorities if you intend to vary your route through the country.
If you intend to travel from Turkmenistan to Azerbaijan across the Caspian Sea you should be aware that it is not possible to buy a visa on arrival at Baku seaport. Make sure you have a valid visa to enter Azerbaijan if you take the ferry. On arrival, you must pay a US$14 migration fee ($10 fee plus $4 Admin charge).
You must register within three days of arrival with the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan at their office at 57 Azadi Street, Ashgabat. Registration is for the period of the visa and may be carried out on your behalf. If you are not staying in Ashgabat, you should register at the local department of Migration Service instead. You should bring two passport size photos. The State Migration Service of Turkmenistan will need a letter confirming your departure from Turkmenistan. A de-registration stamp in your passport is no longer required. Non-compliance with these requirements could lead to prosecution and possible detention.
Single parents or other adults travelling alone with children should contact the Turkmen Embassy for advice about the documents that will be required at immigration.
If you intend to enter Turkmenistan with medicines, whether prescription or non-prescription, you should check in advance the list of prohibited medicines and the legal quantities of medicines that are allowed into the country.
Substances of concern to the Turkmen authorities include but are not limited to tramadol, morphine, opiates or any other constituent competent that may be considered as a narcotic drug or psychotropic agent. Possession of these items can lead to administrative or criminal proceedings if you don’t have a prescription, or if you’re carrying more than you need for your visit and don’t declare them on arrival.
If you’re travelling with prescription medicines, you should carry a doctor’s prescription and declare the items on your customs declaration form. Some medicines that are non-prescription in your country, including codeine, can cause problems on entry into Turkmenistan. Issues have been reported at both the international airport and land borders.
To enter or transit Turkmenistan you will need an exit visa from the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan or Department of Visa and Registration before you can travel out of Turkmenistan. This process can take up to 5 working days. Turkmen border crossings can be subject to occasional and unannounced closures.
*If you’re fully vaccinated: All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended. At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must have a document confirming that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19, or a certificate confirming the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM, IgG). The vaccination document should confirm that the first vaccination dose was provided at least 42 days prior to arrival in Turkmenistan. If an individual cannot be vaccinated for health reasons, a medical certificate confirming this must be provided instead.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must also provide a PCR test certificate and details of testing undertaken for the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM/IgG) taken within the previous 48 hours.
Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 21 days in a location designated by the authorities. You should confirm the latest information with your Turkmen sponsor, or with the Turkmen Embassy where your visa was issued.
Proof of vaccination status: You must present proof that you have been fully vaccinated to enter Turkmenistan.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must have a document confirming that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19, or a certificate confirming the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM, IgG). The vaccination document should confirm that the first vaccination dose was provided at least 42 days prior to arrival in Turkmenistan. If an individual cannot be vaccinated for health reasons, a medical certificate confirming this must be provided instead.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must also provide a PCR test certificate and details of testing undertaken for the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM/IgG).
Although we understand that the proof of COVID recovery and vaccination status is being accepted in practice, Turkmenistan has not yet officially confirmed this. We therefore recommend that you contact your nearest Turkmenistan embassy for advice on entry requirements. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination.
*If you’re not fully vaccinated: All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended.
At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must have a document confirming that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19, or a certificate confirming the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM, IgG). The vaccination document should confirm that the first vaccination dose was provided at least 42 days prior to arrival in Turkmenistan. If you cannot be vaccinated for health reasons, a medical certificate confirming this must be provided instead.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must also provide a PCR test certificate issued in the previous 48 hours and details of testing undertaken for the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM/IgG).
Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 21 days in a location designated by the authorities. You should confirm the latest information with your Turkmen sponsor, or with the Turkmen Embassy where your visa was issued.
*Children and young people: Children aged 17 and under can follow the rules for fully vaccinated travellers to enter Turkmenistan.
*If you’re transiting through Turkmenistan: Transiting is when you pass through one country on the way to your final destination. It is not currently possible to transit Turkmenistan en route to another destination.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Turkmenistan: There are restrictions on road travel within Turkmenistan. All road borders are closed. The International Seaport of Turkmenistan at Turkmenbashi is closed to passenger traffic. Traffic police check points have been established around major population centres, including Ashgabat, and road users may be subject to temperature screening. Chartered flights which are able to enter/leave Turkmenistan are currently arriving and departing from Turkmenabat, approximately 620kms from the capital, Ashgabat. Domestic flights remain operational, but with a reduced service. Passengers are subject to temperature checks. Rail services are suspended.
*Accommodation: Hotels remain open with no restrictive measures in place.
*Public spaces and services: Recreational facilities, non-essential shops, bars and restaurants, entertainment facilities, sports, spa and beauty facilities, and mosques are closed to the public. It is compulsory to wear a facemask when in public.

Turkmenistan Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Turkmenistan: All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended.
At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must have a document confirming that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19, or a certificate confirming the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM, IgG). The vaccination document should confirm that the first vaccination dose was provided at least 42 days prior to arrival in Turkmenistan. If an individual cannot be vaccinated for health reasons, a medical certificate confirming this must be provided instead.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must also provide a PCR test certificate and details of testing undertaken for the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM/IgG).
*Transiting Turkmenistan: It is not currently possible to transit Turkmenistan en route to another destination.
*Testing / screening on arrival: Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 21 days. If, however, you can provide a certificate of vaccination against COVID-19, you may be allowed to follow different quarantine conditions. You should confirm the latest information with your Turkmen sponsor, or with the Turkmen Embassy where your visa was issued.
*Demonstrating your COVID-19 status: Although we understand that the proof of COVID recovery and vaccination status is being accepted in practice, Turkmenistan has not yet officially confirmed this. We therefore recommend that you contact your nearest Turkmenistan embassy for advice on entry requirements. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination.
*Quarantine requirements: Mandatory quarantine is in place for all arrivals from abroad for up to 21 days. You will need to complete quarantine in a state-run facility.
*Testing on departure: Anyone wishing to leave the country must present a negative test certificate signed by a doctor within 24 hours of intended travel.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Turkmenistan: There are restrictions on road travel within Turkmenistan. All road borders are closed. The International Seaport of Turkmenistan at Turkmenbashi is closed to passenger traffic. Traffic police check points have been established around major population centres, including Ashgabat, and road users may be subject to temperature screening. Chartered flights which are able to enter/leave Turkmenistan are currently arriving and departing from Turkmenabat, approximately 620kms from the capital, Ashgabat. Domestic flights remain operational, but with a reduced service. Passengers are subject to temperature checks. Rail services are suspended.
*Accommodation: Hotels remain open with no restrictive measures in place.
*Public spaces and services: Recreational facilities, non-essential shops, bars and restaurants, entertainment facilities, sports, spa and beauty facilities, and mosques are closed to the public. It is compulsory to wear a facemask when in public.

Turkmenistan Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Turkmenistan: All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended.
At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must have a document confirming that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19, or a certificate confirming the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM, IgG). The vaccination document should confirm that the first vaccination dose was provided at least 42 days prior to arrival in Turkmenistan. If an individual cannot be vaccinated for health reasons, a medical certificate confirming this must be provided instead.
All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must also provide a PCR test certificate and details of testing undertaken for the presence of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM/IgG).
*Transiting Turkmenistan: It is not currently possible to transit Turkmenistan en route to another destination.
*Testing / screening on arrival: Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 21 days. If, however, you can provide a certificate of vaccination against COVID-19, you may remain at your place of residence (under the supervision of a local doctor) for seven days.
*Demonstrating your COVID-19 status: t the proof of COVID recovery and vaccination status is being accepted in practice, Turkmenistan has not yet officially confirmed this. you should contact your nearest Turkmenistan embassy for advice on entry requirements. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination.
*Quarantine requirements: Mandatory quarantine is in place for all arrivals from abroad for up to 21 days. You will need to complete quarantine in a state-run facility.
*Testing on departure: Anyone wishing to leave the country must present a negative test certificate signed by a doctor within 24 hours of intended travel.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Turkmenistan: There are restrictions on road travel within Turkmenistan. All road borders are closed. The International Seaport of Turkmenistan at Turkmenbashi is closed to passenger traffic. Traffic police check points have been established around major population centres, including Ashgabat, and road users may be subject to temperature screening. Chartered flights which are able to enter/leave Turkmenistan are currently arriving and departing from Turkmenabat, approximately 620kms from the capital, Ashgabat. Domestic flights remain operational, but with a reduced service. Passengers are subject to temperature checks. Rail services are suspended.
*Accommodation: Hotels remain open with no restrictive measures in place.
*Public spaces and services: Recreational facilities, non-essential shops, bars and restaurants, entertainment facilities, sports, spa and beauty facilities, and mosques are closed to the public. It is compulsory to wear a facemask when in public.

Turkmenistan Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Turkmenistan: All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended. At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations. All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must provide a PCR test certificate and details of testing undertaken for the present of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM/IgG).
*Transiting Turkmenistan: It is not currently possible to transit Turkmenistan en route to another destination.
*Testing / screening on arrival: Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 21 days. If, however, you can provide a certificate of vaccination against COVID-19, you may remain at your place of residence (under the supervision of a local doctor) for seven days.
*Quarantine requirements: Mandatory quarantine is in place for all arrivals from abroad for up to 21 days. You will need to complete quarantine in a state-run facility.
*Testing on departure: Anyone wishing to leave the country must present a negative test certificate signed by a doctor within 24 hours of intended travel.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Turkmenistan: There are restrictions on road travel within Turkmenistan. All road borders are closed. The International Seaport of Turkmenistan at Turkmenbashi is closed to passenger traffic. Traffic police check points have been established around major population centres, including Ashgabat, and road users may be subject to temperature screening. Chartered flights which are able to enter/leave Turkmenistan are currently arriving and departing from Turkmenabat, approximately 620kms from the capital, Ashgabat. Domestic flights remain operational, but with a reduced service. Passengers are subject to temperature checks. Rail services are suspended.
*Accommodation: Hotels remain open with no restrictive measures in place.
*Public spaces and services: Recreational facilities, non-essential shops, bars and restaurants, entertainment facilities, sports, spa and beauty facilities, and mosques are closed to the public. It is compulsory to wear a facemask when in public.

Turkmenistan Latest News: Train services suspended until 1 February because of COVID-19 concerns (MENAFN,04.01.2021).

International Restrictions:
Entry rules in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). *Entry to Turkmenistan: All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended. At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations. All citizens of foreign countries arriving into Turkmenistan must provide a PCR test certificate and details of testing undertaken for the present of antibodies to COVID-19 (IgM/IgG).
*Transiting Turkmenistan: It is not currently possible to transit Turkmenistan en route to another destination.
*Testing / screening on arrival: Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 21 days. If, however, you can provide a certificate of vaccination against COVID-19, you may remain at your place of residence (under the supervision of a local doctor) for seven days.
*Quarantine requirements: Mandatory quarantine is in place for all arrivals from abroad for up to 21 days. You will need to complete quarantine in a state-run facility.
*Testing on departure: Anyone wishing to leave the country must present a negative test certificate signed by a doctor within 24 hours of intended travel.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Turkmenistan: There are restrictions on road travel within Turkmenistan. All road borders are closed. The International Seaport of Turkmenistan at Turkmenbashi is closed to passenger traffic. Traffic police check points have been established around major population centres, including Ashgabat, and road users may be subject to temperature screening. Chartered flights which are able to enter/leave Turkmenistan are currently arriving and departing from Turkmenabat, approximately 620kms from the capital, Ashgabat. Domestic flights remain operational, but with a reduced service. Passengers are subject to temperature checks. Rail services are suspended.
*Accommodation: Hotels remain open with no restrictive measures in place.
*Public spaces and services: Recreational facilities, non-essential shops, bars and restaurants, entertainment facilities, sports, spa and beauty facilities, and mosques are closed to the public. It is compulsory to wear a facemask when in public.

Turkmenistan Latest News: Train services suspended until 1 February because of COVID-19 concerns (MENAFN,04.01.2021).

International Restrictions:
All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended. At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
*Transiting Turkmenistan: It is not currently possible to transit Turkmenistan en route to another destination.
*Testing / screening on arrival: Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 21 days.
*Quarantine requirements: Mandatory quarantine is in place for all arrivals from abroad for up to 21 days. You will need to complete quarantine in a state-run facility.
*Testing on departure: Anyone wishing to leave the country must present a negative test certificate signed by a doctor within 24 hours of intended travel.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Turkmenistan: There are restrictions on road travel within Turkmenistan. All road borders are closed. The International Seaport of Turkmenistan at Turkmenbashi is closed to passenger traffic. Traffic police check points have been established around major population centres, including Ashgabat, and road users may be subject to temperature screening. Chartered flights which are able to enter/leave Turkmenistan are currently arriving and departing from Turkmenabat, approximately 620kms from the capital, Ashgabat. Domestic flights remain operational, but with a reduced service. Passengers are subject to temperature checks. Rail services are suspended.
*Accommodation: Hotels remain open with no restrictive measures in place.
*Public spaces and services: Recreational facilities, non-essential shops, bars and restaurants, entertainment facilities, sports, spa and beauty facilities, and mosques are closed to the public. It is compulsory to wear a facemask when in public.

Turkmenistan International Restrictions:
All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended. At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
*Transiting Turkmenistan: It is not currently possible to transit Turkmenistan en route to another destination.
*Testing / screening on arrival: Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 21 days.
*Quarantine requirements: Mandatory quarantine is in place for all arrivals from abroad for up to 21 days. You will need to complete quarantine in a state-run facility.
*Testing on departure: Anyone wishing to leave the country must present a negative test certificate signed by a doctor within 24 hours of intended travel.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Turkmenistan: There are restrictions on road travel within Turkmenistan. All road borders are closed. The International Seaport of Turkmenistan at Turkmenbashi is closed to passenger traffic. Traffic police check points have been established around major population centres, including Ashgabat, and road users may be subject to temperature screening. Chartered flights which are able to enter/leave Turkmenistan are currently arriving and departing from Turkmenabat, approximately 620kms from the capital, Ashgabat. Domestic flights remain operational, but with a reduced service. Passengers are subject to temperature checks. Rail services are suspended.
*Accommodation: Hotels remain open with no restrictive measures in place.
*Public spaces and services: Recreational facilities, non-essential shops, bars and restaurants, entertainment facilities, sports, spa and beauty facilities, and mosques are closed to the public. It is compulsory to wear a facemask when in public.

Turkmenistan International Restrictions:
Commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan are suspended. At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
It is not currently possible to transit Turkmenistan en route to another destination. Everyone arriving into the country is tested for COVID-19. Regardless of whether the test is positive or negative, all arrivals will be placed into quarantine for 14 days.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Turkmenistan: There are restrictions on road travel within Turkmenistan. All road borders are closed. The International Seaport of Turkmenistan at Turkmenbashi is closed to passenger traffic. Traffic police check points have been established around major population centres, including Ashgabat, and road users may be subject to temperature screening. Chartered flights which are able to enter/leave Turkmenistan are currently arriving and departing from Turkmenabat, approximately 620kms from the capital, Ashgabat. Domestic flights remain operational, but with a reduced service. Passengers are subject to temperature checks. Rail services are suspended.
*Accommodation: Hotels remain open with no restrictive measures in place.
*Public spaces and services: Recreational facilities, non-essential shops, bars and restaurants, entertainment facilities, sports, spa and beauty facilities, and mosques are closed to the public. It is compulsory to wear a facemask when in public.

Turkmenistan Passenger trains in Turkmenistan suspended because of COVID-19 concerns (RFE, 14.07.2020)

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International restrictions:

All international scheduled commercial flights to and from Turkmenistan have been suspended. At present, entry to Turkmenistan is prohibited except for Turkmen nationals and accredited diplomats, permanently registered foreigners and some employees of international companies and organisations.
It is not currently possible to transit Turkmenistan en route to another destination.

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Internal restrictions:

There are restrictions on road travel within Turkmenistan. All road borders are closed. The International Seaport of Turkmenistan at Turkmenbashi is closed to passenger traffic. Traffic police check points have been established around major population centres, including Ashgabat, and road users may be subject to temperature screening. Chartered flights which are able to enter/leave Turkmenistan are currently arriving and departing from Turkmenabat, approximately 620kms from the capital, Ashgabat. Domestic flights remain operational, but with a reduced service.
Internal air and rail passengers may also be subject to temperature checks. Hotels remain open with no restrictive measures in place. No restrictive measures have been put in place by the Turkmen authorities.

Turkmenistan 1. Flights to Turkmenistan are suspended.
– This does not apply to repatriation flights of nationals and residents of Turkmenistan.
– This does not apply to technical stops if airline crew do not disembark the aircraft.
2. Passengers arriving in Turkmenistan:
– must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure by the competent authority of the county of residency; and
– are subject to be tested for COVID-19 on arrival and to self-isolation for 14 days.

Interna restrictions:
Internal movements seem to still be possible although control points have been set in the entrances and exits of the main cities.

Turkmenistan 1. Flights to Turkmenistan are suspended until 20 May 2020.
– This does not apply to repatriation flights of nationals and residents of Turkmenistan.
2. Passengers are required to have a health report from the health organizations of the country they are arriving from. The report must show that they have undergone the Coronavirus (COVID-19) check and been tested negative.