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Turkmenistan visit visa for Pakistan passport holders
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Summary
- Visa type
- Visa issued on a State Migration Service letter of invitation (LOI)
- Stay limit
- As stated on the visa (embassy fee table runs from 10 days to 12 months)
- Entries
- Single or multiple
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad states that all foreign citizens must hold a valid visa during their stay in Turkmenistan. A visa is granted on the basis of a letter of invitation (LOI) certified by the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan, so Pakistani travellers must first secure an LOI and then have the visa issued. For tourist trips, only Turkmen national tourism agencies can request the LOI. Once it is approved, the visa can be stamped at a Turkmen embassy or consulate, including the Embassy in Islamabad, or on arrival at a border crossing or international airport.
Turkmenistan spans the Karakum Desert, home to the burning Darvaza gas crater, the ruins of ancient Merv on the Silk Road, and Ashgabat’s white-marble avenues. Pakistani visitors need a visa arranged through an invitation.
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad says all foreign citizens must hold a valid visa in the country. The process has two steps: a letter of invitation certified by the State Migration Service, then the visa itself.
For tourism, only Turkmen national tourism agencies can request the letter, which stays valid for three months. Business visitors rely on their Turkmen counterpart. With the letter, the visa is stamped at an embassy or on arrival at an airport or land border.
In Islamabad you submit the form with a glued photo, a signed passport valid six months beyond departure, a signed biodata copy, an ID document, the letter and a money order. Papers must be handed in by hand.
Fees in the Embassy’s table start at USD 35 for ten days and reach USD 55 for one month on a single entry. Expedited service costs more, and the Foreign Ministry adds USD 50 for visas issued at Ashgabat airport.
Checklist
Document requirements
- Letter of invitation (LOI) certified by the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan, valid three months from certification
- Completed Turkmenistan visa application form with a glued photograph
- Pakistani passport, signed and valid at least six months from the date of departure
- Signed copy of the passport biodata page, placed in the upper left half of an A4 sheet
- Proof of identity, such as a national ID card or driving licence
- Money order for the visa fee (from USD 35)
There is no visa-free route for ordinary Pakistani passports; every visit requires a State Migration Service invitation letter followed by a visa.
Checklist source: pakistan.tmembassy.gov.tm
Money and time
Fees and timeline
Fees
Official fee
US$55
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad lists visa fees in US dollars, paid by money order: single entry USD 35 for up to 10 days, USD 45 for up to 20 days, USD 55 for up to one month, USD 85 for up to two months and USD 115 for up to three months. Multiple entry starts at USD 75, and expedited visas cost more. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs adds USD 50 when a visa is issued at Ashgabat international airport.
Fee source
Timeline
Processing and appointments
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad does not publish a processing time. It offers expedited visas at a higher fee, and the LOI must be used within three months of certification.
Official links
How to apply
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- Embassy / ministryEmbassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad: visa services and fee tablepakistan.tmembassy.gov.tm
- Embassy / ministryEmbassy of Turkmenistan in the UAE: two-step procedure (LOI, then visa)uae.tmembassy.gov.tm
- GovernmentMinistry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan: consular fee tariffsmfa.gov.tm
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Official statistics
Visa ratio
Not officially published
Turkmenistan does not publish visa approval or refusal rates for Pakistani applicants.
A percentage is shown only when an official source published one for this route. Blog tables and estimates are left out.
Quick answers
FAQ
Do Pakistanis need a visa for Turkmenistan?
Yes. The Embassy in Islamabad says every foreign citizen must have a valid visa while in Turkmenistan.
What is the letter of invitation?
An approval letter issued by the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan. It is the first step for any visa type and assures that the visa will be granted.
Who requests the LOI for a tourist?
Only a Turkmen national tourism agency can act as your counterpart for a tourist trip. For business trips, your host company or partner files the request.
How long is the LOI valid?
Three months from the date it is certified, so plan your travel dates inside that window.
Where is the visa stamped?
At any Turkmen embassy or consulate abroad, including Islamabad, or on arrival at Turkmen border points such as international airports.
How do I apply at the Embassy in Islamabad?
Hand in the completed form, passport, a signed biodata page copy, an ID document, the LOI and a money order at the front desk. Emailed documents are not accepted.
How should I fill in the form?
Glue the photo rather than stapling it and write all dates as day-month-year.
How much does a one-month visa cost?
USD 55 for single entry or USD 75 for multiple entry, according to the Embassy’s table.
What about a short ten-day trip?
A single-entry visa for up to ten days costs USD 35, or USD 55 if expedited.
Is there an extra charge at the airport?
Yes. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs adds USD 50 to visas issued at Ashgabat international airport.
How long must my passport be valid?
At least six months from your date of departure from Turkmenistan, and it must be signed.
How is the fee paid?
By money order submitted to the Embassy with your documents.
Can I get a long multiple-entry visa?
Yes, the table runs up to 12 months, with a 12-month multiple-entry visa costing USD 515 or USD 1,015 expedited.
Can the Embassy issue the LOI?
Only in limited cases at some missions, such as diplomatic or service passports or transit visas. Ordinary tourists obtain it through a Turkmen agency.
What if my application has a problem?
The Embassy says you may need to resubmit, so check every field before handing it in.
Where is the Embassy in Islamabad?
Parveen Shakir Road 1-A, Street 25, F-7/2, Islamabad. Phone +92 51 2609775; consular email cons.tmembisl@mfa.gov.tm.
Is there an official refusal rate for Pakistanis?
No. Turkmenistan does not publish visa refusal figures by nationality.
Can I extend my plans after the LOI expires?
No. If the three-month LOI lapses before you travel, a new letter is needed.
Where do I find a licensed agency?
Turkmen embassy websites link to the list of travel agencies registered under national regulations.
Checked against
Official sources
- Embassy of Turkmenistan in Pakistan: visa servicesTurkmenistan source: pakistan.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/consular-services/visa-services
- Embassy of Turkmenistan in the UAE: practical information on obtaining a Turkmenistan entry visaTurkmenistan source: uae.tmembassy.gov.tm/en/consular-services/practical-information-on-procedure-to-obtain-turkmenistan-entry-visa
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan: tariffs of consular feesTurkmenistan source: www.mfa.gov.tm/en/articles/684
Last checked for Turkmenistan visas on 25 October 2026. Rules change without notice, so confirm on the official pages before you apply or travel.
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