You need a visa for Turkmenistan if you have a German passport

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

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do German citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan?

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

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What Turkmenistan 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 with 2 blank pages
Letter of Invitation from registered Turkmen travel agency
Confirmed flight tickets and detailed travel itinerary
Pre-booked accommodation through authorized agency
Two passport photos 3.5x4.5cm with white background
Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay

Entry requirements for German travellers

These rules apply specifically to German passport holders entering Turkmenistan 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 Turkmenistan
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Turkmenistan. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler departs from Turkmenistan.
Migration Service of Turkmenistan Last checked 2026-08-06
Required
Mandatory COVID-19 test on arrival
Travelers must take a COVID-19 test on arrival at their own expense.
Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium Last checked 2026-08-06
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Turkmenistan
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Turkmenistan.
Last checked 2026-08-06
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a pre-departure COVID-19 test before traveling to Turkmenistan.
Last checked 2026-08-06
May be required
Transit visa may be required
International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Turkmenistan if travelers stay within the airport’s international departure area of Ashgabat International Airport. Visit the government site to check the permitted length of stay and other entry requirements.
Last checked 2026-08-06