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Do Ethiopia citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan?

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

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Ethiopia vs Turkmenistan: passport comparison

Ethiopia

12

visa-free countries

Global rank: #182 · mobility 70.2

Turkmenistan

14

visa-free countries

Global rank: #164 · mobility 76.8
8

countries both Ethiopia and Turkmenistan can enter visa-free together

Ethiopia + Turkmenistan: passport compatibility

83%

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

Where Ethiopia and Turkmenistan travel together — by entry type:

8 both visa-free
23 both visa on arrival
38 both e-visa / eTA
94 both need a visa
34 access differs

Where Ethiopia 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 (8)

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
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Philippines 30 days #128
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58

Only Ethiopia is visa-free (4)

Where else Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan?
Ethiopia citizens need a visa to enter Turkmenistan. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Ethiopia or Turkmenistan?
The Turkmenistan passport is stronger: 14 visa-free countries versus 12. Global rank: Ethiopia #182, Turkmenistan #164.
Where can Ethiopia and Turkmenistan citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 8 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 Ethiopia and Turkmenistan?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Ethiopia passport ranking

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