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🇲🇾 Does a Malaysian need a visa for Turkmenistan 🇹🇲?

What this means for your trip

You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.

Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.

Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.

Turkmenistan at a glance

Capital: Ashgabat · Currency: Turkmenistan manat (TMT, m) · Official languages: Russian, Turkmen · Calling code: +993

U.S. State Department travel advisory for Turkmenistan: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (updated 21 August 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.

Plugs and voltage

You need a travel adapter: Turkmenistan uses plug types B, C, F, Malaysia uses G. Mains voltage differs (Turkmenistan: 220 V; Malaysia: 240 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.

More about entering Turkmenistan →

Your embassy in Turkmenistan

If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Turkmenistan, contact the embassy of Malaysia:

• Embassy of Malaysia, Ashgabat · kln.gov.my

Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.

Easier destinations near Turkmenistan for Malaysian passport holders

• 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan — Visa-free 30 days
• 🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan — Visa-free 90 days
• 🇹🇯 Tajikistan — Visa-free 30 days
• 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan — Visa-free 30 days

The other way round

🇹🇲 Turkmen passport holders visiting Malaysia: Turkmen passport holders can visit Malaysia without a visa for up to 90 days.

The Malaysian passport at a glance

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