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Passport and visa regulations for all the CIS states are liable to change at short notice. All travellers are advised to contact the nearest Tajikistan Embassy or Consulate for up-to-date details. Countries where Tajikistan has diplomatic representation currently include Austria, China (PR), Germany, Iran and Turkey.

Passport valid for at least six months after date of departure required by all.

Required by all except nationals of CIS member states (Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and the Russian Federation).

Standard: Eur;35 for seven days; Eur;45 for 15 days; Eur;50 for 30 days; Eur;70 for 90 days. Express visas (processed on same day) cost double the given fee.

Dependent on purpose of trip.

An invitation, either official or private, is necessary for visits to Tajikistan. The length of stay should be specified on the invitation, which must be endorsed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tajikistan. A visa can then be issued by the nearest Tajikistan Embassy. Special visas must also be obtained by those wishing to visit the Gorno-Babakhshan region (the Pamir Mountains). Tourists can apply for a letter of invitation from the State National Travel Agency, 14 Pushkin Street, Dushanbe 734 095, Tajikistan (tel/fax: (372) 231 401).

a) Two completed application forms. (b) Two recent passport-size photos. (c) Valid passport. (d) A letter, telex, fax or other confirmation of acceptance of invitation (see above) from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (e) Fee. (f) Postal applications must be accompanied by a large, stamped, self-addressed envelope.

(a) All visitors are required to register with the authorities within 72 hours of arrival. Hotels will usually arrange this; however, independent travellers will need to go to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the local OVIR office themselves. (b) An HIV test is required by all foreigners planning to stay longer than 90 days. Foreign tests may be acceptable.

10 (for Standard visas). Express visas are issued on the same day.

Embassy of the Tajikistan Republic in Germany
Otto-Suhr-Allee 84, 10585 Berlin, Germany
Tel: (30) 347 9300.
Website: www.embassy-tajikistan.de

Embassy of the Tajikistan Republic in the USA
1005 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20037, USA
Tel: (202) 223 6090. Fax: (202) 223 6091.
E-mail: tajikistan@verizon.net
Website: www.tjus.org

Prospekt Rudaki 42, Dushanbe, Tajikistan
Tel: (372) 211 808.
Website: www.tajiktour.tajnet.com

Otto-Suhr-Allee 84, 10585 Berlin, Germany
Tel: (30) 347 9300.
Website: www.embassy-tajikistan.de

1005 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20037
Tel: (202) 223 6090. Fax: (202) 223 6091.
E-mail: tajikistan@verizon.net
Website: www.tjus.org

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Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to Tajikistan. However, cholera is a serious risk in this country and precautions are essential. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination, as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness; see the Health appendix for more information.

Vaccination against typhoid is advised.

Cases of malaria, predominantly in the benign vivax form, have been reported in some central, western and northern areas of Tajikistan and particularly on the southern border (Khatlon area) between June and October. Those wishing to visit the area should bring suitable medication with them. Resistance to chloroquine is suspected.

Travellers planning to stay in Tajikistan more than 90 days must present a medical certificate indicating that they are HIV-free.

All water should be regarded as being a potential health risk. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.

There is a diphtheria epidemic in Tajikistan and medical advice should be sought before travelling. Hepatitis A, B and E occur. Rare occurrences of plague have been reported. Trachoma is common, Crimean Congo haemorrhagic fever, typhus, leishmaniasis, sand-fly fever, tick-borne relapsing fever, brucellosis, plague and echinococcosis all occur but risks to the traveller are low. Rabies is present. Tuberculosis is widespread. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.

Standards of health care are low. As the domestic health service is plagued by shortages of medicines and drugs, travellers are advised to take antibiotics and any prescription medicines, contact lens solutions and a first-aid kit containing basic medicines and water treatment tablets. There is no reciprocal health agreement with the UK. Although fees for health services are low, health insurance is recommended.

Below are Public Holidays listed for the January 2006-June 2007 period.

Jan 1 2006 New Year's Day. Jan 10 Eid-i-Kurbon (Feast of the Sacrifice). Mar 8 International Women's Day. Mar 20-22 Navrus (Persian New Year). May 1 International Labour Day. May 9 Victory Day. Sep 9 Independence Day. Oct 22-24 Eid-i-Ramazon (End of Ramadan). Nov 6 Constitution Day. Dec 31 Eid-i-Kurbon (Feast of the Sacrifice).
Jan 1 2007 New Year's Day. Mar 8 International Women's Day. March 20-22 Navrus (Persian New Year). May 1 International Labour Day. May 9 Victory Day. Sep 9 Independence Day.