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Visa regulations within the CIS are liable to change at short notice. Prospective travellers are advised to contact the nearest Turkmenistan Embassy well in advance of intended date of departure.

Valid passport required by all.

Visa required by all.

Special permission must be sought by those wishing to visit border zones.

Dependent upon nationality and duration of stay, contact the Embassy for details of prices (see Passport/Visa Information).

Subject to the nature of the visit and the discretion of the authorities in Turkmenistan.

Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.

a) For those coming from countries without Embassies or Consulates of Turkmenistan, entry visas may be obtained for a maximum of 10 days on arrival, provided holding an invitation from a company in Turkmenistan; (b) Tourists should normally book through a recognised tour operator, who will obtain visas on their behalf; (c) Visitors intending to stay for more than three months must produce a certificate stating that they are HIV-negative.

(a) Two completed application forms; (b) Two passport-size photos; (c) Passport with at least one blank page, valid for six months from date of departure from Turkmenistan; (d) Covering letter explaining purpose of visit; (e) Fee; (f) Stamped, self-addressed envelope; (g) Letter of invitation approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Turkmenistan (not needed by visitors seeking a transit visa only).

Three to seven.

Applications for temporary residence to carry out business are handled by the Interior Ministry; those wishing to obtain temporary residence for other reasons should apply to the Consular Affairs Office at the Foreign Ministry.

Embassy of Turkmenistan in the UK
2nd Floor, St George's House, 14-17 Wells Street, London W1T 3PD, UK
Tel: (020) 7255 1071.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 1000-1800; 1000-1700 (visa section).

Embassy of Turkmenistan in the USA
2207 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 588 1500.
Website: www.turkmenistanembassy.org

17 1984/Pushkin Street, 744000 Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
Tel: (12) 354 777 or 397 606 or 771 or 390 065 or 396 740.
Website: www.tourism-sport.gov.tm

2nd Floor, St George's House, 14-17 Wells Street, London W1T 3PD, UK
Tel: (020) 7255 1071.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 1000-1800; 1000-1700 (visa section).

2207 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 588 1500.
Website: www.turkmenistanembassy.org

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Vaccination against typhoid is essential. Typhoid is endemic.

Malaria risk exclusively in the benign (P vivax) form exists from June to October in some villages located in the southeastern part of the country, mainly in the Mary district.

All water should be regarded as a potential health risk. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have 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.

Diphtheria and tuberculosis outbreaks are reported, and suitable precautions should be taken. Hepatitis B and E occur. Hepatitis A is endemic and inoculation is essential. Plague and trachoma occur rarely. Because the climate is very hot and dry, precautions should also be taken against dehydration. It is important to drink plenty of (boiled or bottled) water.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.

Medical insurance, including cover for emergency repatriation, is highly recommended. Medical facilities are poor, high levels of disease have been reported. Travellers are advised to take a well-equipped first aid kit with them containing basic medicines and any prescriptions that they may need.

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

Jan 1 2006 New Year's Day. Jan 10 Kurban Bairam (Feast of the Sacrifice). Jan 12 Remembrance Day. Feb 18 President's Birthday. Feb 19 National Flag Day. Mar 8 International Women's Day. Mar 20 Novruz Bairam (Turkmen New Year). May 9 Victory Day. May 18 Constitution Day. Jun 21 Day of Election of First President. Oct 6 Remembrance Day (Anniversary of the 1948 Earthquake). Oct 22-24 Ramadan Bairam (End of Ramadan). Oct 28 Independence Day. Dec 12 Neutrality Day. Dec 31 Kurban Bairam (Feast of the Sacrifice).
Jan 1 2007 New Year's Day. Jan 12 Remembrance Day. Feb 18 President's Birthday. Feb 19 National Flag Day. Mar 8 International Women's Day. Mar 20 Novruz Bairam (Turkmen New Year). May 9 Victory Day. May 18 Constitution Day. Jun 21 Day of Election of First President.

Muslim festivals (End of Ramadan and Feast of the Sacrifice) are timed according to the phases of the moon and the dates given are approximations. For more information, see the World of Islam appendix.