Passport Requirements:
Send us your original, signed
passport valid for 6 months
beyond stay, and with at least one blank visa page available for
visa stamp(s). The Amendment pages in the back of the passport
can't be used for visa stamp. |
Visa
Application Form:
Two visa application forms per applicant
properly completed and signed. Signature must be original on
each application. Improperly completed forms may delay the
processing of your visa. |
Photo Requirements:
Two recent 2 x 2 passport type photographs, in color, front view
and with a plain/light background. (snapshots are not accepted).
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Official Invitation from Turkmenistan:
A letter of invitation from sponsor
(either host company or individual) in Turkmenistan (certified
by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ashgabat) explaining the
relationship to the applicant and the purpose of travel. In
addition, the letter must indicate the length of stay, place of
stay, and contact information. |
Proof of Departure:
Computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel
agency, copy of airline ticket or a corporate letter stating
travel plans. A signed letter on the travel agency’s letterhead
confirming round-trip booking may also be submitted.
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For Business Travelers:
Business Letter - Original letter from employer or
sponsoring company, on company letterhead, introducing the
applicant, indicating the applicant’s employment status/position
held in the company, and clearly stating the purpose of visit.
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Special Instructions:
Persons planning to stay in Turkmenistan for more
than 3 months need to present HIV certificate from a doctor.
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Complete the Passport Rush
Service Order Form. You must include a copy of this form
with all other supporting documents. (NOTE: Consular fees are
NON-refundable. If visa is rejected and resubmitted new consular
fees will apply). |
Service Fees
•Regular
(10 day) Processing
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$99.00 |
•Rush
(3 day) Processing |
$198.00 |
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Visa Validity
Visas are usually valid for
10 days to 12 months based on the invitation and consular fees
paid with consulate’s discretion. |
Visa Processing Time
Visas are usually processed
in 10 working days. Rush service may be
available for additional fees. Please visit our
Consular Fees page for details. Rush service is
defined as any attempt made by Passport Rush to retrieve the
visa in less time than the amount required by the embassy to
process the visa.
Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased
until all visas and passports are secured and in your
possession. |