You need a visa for Russian Federation if you have a Turkmen passport

These visas exist for Russian Federation, but they cannot be applied for online with Turkmen nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Turkmen citizens need a visa for Russian Federation?

Yes. Turkmen citizens need a visa for Russian Federation. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Russian Federation may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months beyond visa expiry with 2 blank pages
Photo: 35x45mm, white background, neutral expression
Visa invitation letter or hotel booking confirmation
Confirmed round-trip travel itinerary
Travel medical insurance valid in Russia (minimum coverage $30,000)
Proof of sufficient funds for duration of stay

Entry requirements for Turkmen travellers

These rules apply specifically to Turkmen passport holders entering Russian Federation as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months after the traveler exits Russia
Travelers require a passport to enter Russia. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler departs from Russia. The passport must have at least 2 blank pages.
Embassy of the Russian Federation in Denmark Last checked 2026-08-10
Required
Mandatory travel health insurance
Travelers must have travel health insurance when visiting Russia. Insurance should cover the entire duration of stay and include medical assistance, hospital care, medical transportation, and repatriation in case of death.
- This insurance requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Russian nationals.
Last checked 2026-08-10
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Russia
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Russia.
Last checked 2026-08-10
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Russia.
Last checked 2026-08-10
May be required
Transit visa may be required
International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Russia if staying in the airport transit area for a maximum of 24 hours. Visit the government website to check other entry requirements.
- This visa requirement is different for the following travelers: -Travelers with a valid Belarusian or Russian visa who may enter, leave, stay or transit through either Belarus or Russia during the visa's validity period. However, this is limited to certain international border crossing points. Please check the source for more details.
Last checked 2026-08-10

A look at Russian Federation

The Moscow Kremlin — Russia's historic center of power and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Moscow City — Russia's modern business hub with Europe's tallest skyscrapers
The Hermitage Museum — One of the world's largest art collections in the historic Winter Palace
Saint Petersburg — Russia's cultural capital and window to Europe