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Do Bhutan citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan?

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Bhutan citizens need a visa to enter Turkmenistan. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Bhutan vs Turkmenistan: passport comparison

Bhutan

17

visa-free countries

Global rank: #163 · mobility 77.6

Turkmenistan

14

visa-free countries

Global rank: #164 · mobility 76.8
10

countries both Bhutan and Turkmenistan can enter visa-free together

Bhutan + Turkmenistan: passport compatibility

86%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Bhutan and Turkmenistan travel together — by entry type:

10 both visa-free
27 both visa on arrival
41 both e-visa / eTA
92 both need a visa
27 access differs

Where Bhutan and Turkmenistan can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (10)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Barbados 28 days #48
Dominica 21 days #70
Ecuador 90 days #104
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Palestine 90 days #193
Philippines 30 days #128
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58

Only Turkmenistan is visa-free (4)

Where else Bhutan goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Turkmenistan

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Bhutan citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan?
Bhutan citizens need a visa to enter Turkmenistan. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Bhutan or Turkmenistan?
The Bhutan passport is stronger: 17 visa-free countries versus 14. Global rank: Bhutan #163, Turkmenistan #164.
Where can Bhutan and Turkmenistan citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 10 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Turkmenistan?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Bhutan and Turkmenistan?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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