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Turkmenistan Travel Guide

Ashgabat Capital
TMT Currency
Turkmen Language
+993 Calling Code
Right Drives on

Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visa Required For Most Nationalities, Obtainable Through Embassies.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Visa application form, Health declaration
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Travel Advisory Exercise Caution
Pickpocketing Risk Low
Night Safety Caution
Common Scams
  • Overcharging by taxis
  • Fake guides

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 102
Response Speed Slow
English-Speaking Doctors Rare
Pharmacy Limited Hours
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Fair
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Caution

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Cash Essential
Mobile Payments Local Payment Apps
ATM Availability Medium
Tipping 10% Is Appreciated.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $30 Tourist: $80 Family: $200

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly, Especially In Rural Areas.
Public Affection Frowned Upon
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsReligion

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Salam
sah-lahm
Goodbye
Salam
sah-lahm
Please
Soraýýaryn
soh-rah-yah-rin
Thank you
Sag boluň
sahg boh-lun
Sorry
Bagyşlaň
bah-guhsh-lahn
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Inlisçe aýdyp bilýändimi?
een-leesh-cheh ai-dip bee-lyan-dee-mi
I don’t understand
Men düşünmeýärin
men doo-shoon-meh-ye-rin
Can you speak slowly, please?
Iň aýdyň, soraýýaryn.
een ai-din, so-rah-yah-rin
Can you help me, please?
Meni kömek edermisiňiz, soraýýaryn.
me-nee keh-mehk eh-dehr-mee-seen-iz, so-rah-yah-rin
What does this mean?
Bu näme diýýär?
boo nah-meh dee-yehr?

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Disclaimer

The information in this guide is intended for general travel planning purposes only and may change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Graba SIM does not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the content. Travellers should verify entry requirements, local laws, health advice and services with official sources before and during their trip. Graba SIM is not responsible for any loss, injury, or inconvenience arising from reliance on the information provided. Always check with relevant government and health authorities for the most up-to-date travel requirements.

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