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Do Uzbekistan citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan?

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

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Uzbekistan vs Turkmenistan: passport comparison

Uzbekistan

28

visa-free countries

Global rank: #142 · mobility 82.9

Turkmenistan

14

visa-free countries

Global rank: #164 · mobility 76.8
13

countries both Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan can enter visa-free together

Uzbekistan + Turkmenistan: passport compatibility

87%

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

Where Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan travel together — by entry type:

13 both visa-free
29 both visa on arrival
38 both e-visa / eTA
91 both need a visa
26 access differs

Where Uzbekistan 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 (13)

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

Only Turkmenistan is visa-free (1)

How the entry rule changed: Uzbekistan → Turkmenistan

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Uzbekistan → Turkmenistan rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

3rule changes for the Uzbekistan passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else Uzbekistan 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 Uzbekistan citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan?
Uzbekistan citizens need a visa to enter Turkmenistan. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Uzbekistan or Turkmenistan?
The Uzbekistan passport is stronger: 28 visa-free countries versus 14. Global rank: Uzbekistan #142, Turkmenistan #164.
Where can Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 13 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 Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Sep 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Uzbekistan passport ranking

Where else the Uzbekistan passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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