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π±π° Does a Sri Lankan need a visa for Turkmenistan πΉπ²?
Yes. Sri Lankan passport holders need a visa for Turkmenistan, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Turkmenistan before travelling.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Sri Lankan citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Turkmenistan or its official government website before you travel.
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 Β· Currency: Turkmenistan manat (TMT, m) Β· Official languages: Russian, Turkmen Β· 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, Sri Lanka uses D, G, M. Mains voltage differs (Turkmenistan: 220 V; Sri Lanka: 230 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100β240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
More about entering Turkmenistan β
Easier destinations near Turkmenistan for Sri Lankan passport holders
- πΉπ― Tajikistan β Visa-free 30 days
- π°π¬ Kyrgyzstan β e-Visa
- πΊπΏ Uzbekistan β e-Visa
The other way round
πΉπ² Turkmen passport holders visiting Sri Lanka: Turkmen passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Sri Lanka, usually at the airport or land border.
The Sri Lankan passport at a glance
All destinations for Sri Lanka passport holders β Β· Who needs a visa for Turkmenistan β
Questions
Do Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan?
Sri Lankan passport holders need a visa for Turkmenistan, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Turkmenistan before travelling.
Does a Turkmen need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Turkmen passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Sri Lanka, usually at the airport or land border.