Uzbekistan visa requirements for Turkmen citizens in 2026
Checked 1 Sep 2026
No changes since 1 Sep 2026
Entry requirement
Visa required — apply before you travel
Purpose
Tourism
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How to enter
Turkmen passport holders travelling for tourism should use the route below to enter Uzbekistan.
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Embassy Visa
For Turkmen citizens looking to travel to Uzbekistan, securing a visa prior to arrival is mandatory. Please consult the nearest Uzbekistan embassy or consulate for detailed visa application procedures.
ENTRY
Embassy Visa
PURPOSE
Tourist
Application details
Verified against an official source
Processing time
3 business days
Required documents
- 2 completed and signed visa application forms
- two passport-size photos
- original passport
- passport photocopy
- visa fees in the form of a Money Order
- copy of a letter about renunciation of Uzbekistan citizenship
- self-paid-return envelope
Last updated 1 Sep 2026 ·
Source: e-visa.gov.uz ↗
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Further notes
- Since February 28, 2024, citizens of Turkmenistan have been granted visa-free entry into the Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan Free Trade Zone. The zone is located on a 3.1-hectare site in the Shavat district of Khorezm.
- Residents of Daőoguz Region and Lebap Region have visa free access to Xorazm Province and Bukhara Province as well as to Amudaryo, Xo‘jayli, Shumanay, Qo‘ng‘irot districts and Taxiatosh city of Karakalpakstan and to Dehkanabad, Guzar, Nishon and Myrishkor districts of Qashqadaryo Province and to Sherobod and Muzrabot districts of Surxondaryo Province have visa free access for up to 3 days within any month period.
- During Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha the access is allowed twice a month, but no more than 7 days.
- 5-day visa-free transit at the international airports if holding a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Uzbekistan from Turkmenistan?
Yes, a visa is required for Turkmen citizens.
Do Turkmen citizens need a visa for Uzbekistan in 2026?
Yes, a visa is required for Turkmen citizens. Options include: Embassy Visa.
Can Turkmen citizens travel to Uzbekistan?
Yes, Turkmen citizens can travel to Uzbekistan, but a visa is required.
What is the maximum length of stay in Uzbekistan with Embassy Visa for Turkmen citizens?
The maximum length of stay in Uzbekistan with Embassy Visa is not specified. Turkmen citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
What happens if a Turkmen citizen overstays their visa in Uzbekistan?
Overstaying a visa in Uzbekistan can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Uzbekistan in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
How long does the Uzbekistan Embassy Visa take to process?
Processing typically takes 3 business days. Apply well before your travel date.
About Uzbekistan
- Official
- Republic of Uzbekistan
- Capital
- Tashkent
- Currency
- Uzbekistani soʻm
- Language
- Russian
- Calling code
- +998
- Population
- 39,047,321
- Region
- Asia · Central Asia
Last checked 1 Sep 2026 ·
Entry rules can change at short notice — always confirm with the official source before you travel.