Travel advice for Turkmenistan

Use normal precautions when travelling to Turkmenistan, and consult other countries’ travel advice because Estonia has no embassy there. Avoid areas bordering Iran or Afghanistan. Estonian citizens need a visa, while tourist drivers must carry a valid Estonian driving licence and a Vienna Convention international driving permit. Entry and stay conditions may change without prompt notification.

Take sufficient care throughout Turkmenistan. Avoid non-essential travel to areas near the Afghan border because terrorism in Afghanistan, past clashes between border guards and armed groups, and the possibility of further deterioration create a serious security risk.

Australia advises a high degree of caution for Turkmenistan.

Austria advises security caution throughout Turkmenistan: carry little cash, copy documents, avoid remote or dark areas at night, and use only official taxis without sharing them with strangers. Dangerous roads, especially at night, private-taxi robberies and domestic flights below international safety standards are concerns. Medical care does not meet European standards; earthquakes and sandstorms are possible, and travellers must observe strict rules on photography, smoking and political discussion.

Exercise a high degree of caution in Turkmenistan because of regional tensions and crime, but avoid all travel within 5 km of the Afghan border due to terrorism and instability. The Kazakhstan border is closed to traffic. Remain alert for terrorism, demonstrations, checkpoints and detention. Curfews may be imposed, women should not travel alone, train travel is discouraged, and public transportation should not be used after dark.

Travel to Turkmenistan with increased caution, prepare carefully and respect local customs. If Middle East transit is impossible, Asgabat airport allows at most 24 hours in its transit zone without a visa. Avoid the Afghan border area because of mines. Security zones near the Uzbek, Afghan and Iranian borders require prior permission. Some areas are closed, rules change, and consular help is difficult because Hungary has no representation.

Exercise a high degree of caution when travelling to Turkmenistan. Avoid all travel to the Afghanistan border area, and obtain special permits before visiting restricted areas outside the capital. Land entry from Iran requires advance approval, and dual nationals risk being prevented from leaving until they renounce Turkmen citizenship.

Exercise caution in Turkmenistan: theft and terrorist attacks can occur, so follow authorities' instructions. Severe penalties apply to drugs and LGBTQ+ people, and photographing government or security sites is prohibited. Obtain a special permit in advance for the Afghanistan and Iran border areas, Repetek and the Caspian Sea coast, as travel without one is punishable. Avoid demonstrations and crowds, watch for earthquakes, and insure against hospitalisation or medical transfer abroad.

Exercise increased caution because entry and foreign movement are strictly regulated, administrative checks are common, and health care, medicines and internet access may be limited. The named risks include petty crime, infectious diseases and residual terrorism. Avoid all non-essential travel near Afghanistan's border, especially the border strip. Access along Iran's border is limited to official crossings and approved routes, while several archaeological, natural and border areas require advance permits.

Travel to Turkmenistan is generally safe as long as usual precautions are followed. Observe normal preventive measures when travelling there.

Germany advises normal precautions for Turkmenistan.

Hong Kong advises normal precautions for Turkmenistan.

Exercise normal precautions in Turkmenistan. Certain border areas require special permission, and land crossings may close at short notice; petty crime occurs, particularly in tourist areas. Avoid travelling alone in quiet areas or after dark and use registered taxis. Demonstrations occur in Ashgabat and major cities; avoid affected areas, carry your passport, monitor local media, and note earthquake risk and limited tourist services and healthcare outside Ashgabat.

Use normal precautions when travelling to Turkmenistan, where British citizens need a visa and a test on arrival. Wrong or overstayed visas can lead to prosecution and imprisonment. Entering overland from Iran requires government authorisation and an onward flight, while overland transit has sponsorship and border crossing rules. Leaving Iran overland risks detention because of a British passport or perceived UK connections, and internet and mobile access is restricted.

Exercise normal precautions in Turkmenistan, as it is generally safe for travellers. Medical services for routine and emergency procedures are limited, and Turkmenistan is located in a seismically active zone.