Turkmenistan travel restrictions, quarantine and entry requirements in November 2023

For entry into Turkmenistan

International travel to Turkmenistan is not permitted and commercial flights are currently suspended. There are exemptions for citizens and permanent residents.

Exceptional travel

Exemptions to the border closure are in place for citizens, permanent residents, and other limited categories, including travel for employees of international companies. Travel for tourism is not permitted.
Foreign travelers must request a letter of invitation from a private individual or company, certified by the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan.
Further information can be found at https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/turkmenistan/entry-requirements

Other restrictions

All travelers must pay a $14 USD migration fee on arrival.
Additionally, travelers staying for more than 3 days in Ashgabat should register with the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan at their office at 57 Azadi Street, or at the local department of the Migration Service if staying elsewhere. The State Migration Service of Turkmenistan will need a letter confirming departure from Turkmenistan.

Vaccination required

Travelers are required to present a valid international certificate for full vaccination against COVID-19 with the use of an approved vaccine.
The first dose must have been administered at least 42 days before departure.
There may be exemptions for non-vaccinated citizens. We recommend contacting your local Turkmenistan embassy for further clarification.
Full details can be found at https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/turkmenistan/entry-requirements

Test/medical certificate required

Proof of a negative PCR test, taken within 48 hours, must be provided on arrival.
There may be exemptions for non-vaccinated citizens. We recommend contacting your local Turkmenistan embassy for further clarification.

Testing on arrival

A COVID-19 test will be administered on arrival, at a cost of approximately $40 USD. Travelers may be required to quarantine upon arrival.
We recommend contacting your local Turkmenistan embassy for further clarification.

Other medical measures

All passengers are subject to health screening on arrival, such as temperature checks and visual assessment. Further health testing may be required for those displaying symptoms of COVID-19.
For more details Foreign Travel Advice, United Kingdom

Government measures

In addition to safety guidelines, preventative health measures such as frequent hand washing and social distancing are encouraged to combat further outbreaks. Restrictions are subject to frequent change with little advance notice. We recommend keeping up-to-date with official guidelines throughout your trip.

Use of masks

Face masks are required in taxis.

Public transport

Public transportation is operating and temperature checks may be conducted before domestic flights.

Restaurants

Restaurants are open with reduced capacity to allow for social distancing.

Bars

Bars are open with reduced capacity to allow for social distancing.

Nightclubs

Nightclubs must remain closed to limit the rate of transmission.

Shops

Essential services are open with adapted safety measures in place, such as the use of hand sanitizer and social distancing. Non-essential businesses may be closed.

On return

Vaccination required

Travelers are required to present a valid international certificate for full vaccination against COVID-19 with the use of an approved vaccine.
The final dose must have been administered at least 14 days before departure. Certificates must be in English or in Chinese.
Those who have recently recovered from COVID-19 and received one dose of vaccination, at least 14 days before departure, are also considered fully vaccinated.
There are exemptions for non-vaccinated citizens and residents.
Full details can be found at https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/inbound-travel.html

Test/medical certificate required

Proof of a negative rapid antigen test, taken within the previous 24 hours, must be provided on departure.
Test certificates must be in English or Chinese.

Testing on arrival

A nucleic acid test will be administered upon arrival and apart from the transfer from the airport, proof of a negative test result is required to leave the place of residence.

Additional test requirements

Daily rapid antigen testing is required for the first 5 days after arrival. Additionally, travelers must undergo a PCR test on day 2.
Daily antigen results can be reported via the 'Electronic COVID-19 monitoring & surveillance system' (eCMSS). Instructions can be found at https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/pdf/eCMSSLogin.pdf