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TurkmenistanWork permitsLast checked October 17, 2026

Work permit visa

via inviting employer and State Migration Service

Turkmenistan issues work permit, business, investor and study visas only on the basis of a Letter of Invitation from the State Migration Service. For work, the inviting company or organisation in Turkmenistan must request this letter. The worker then applies at a Turkmen embassy with the letter, application form and passport.

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Life in Turkmenistan

Money

2

Currency

Turkmenistani Manat

TMT

Turkmenistani Manat

Tax

Flat 10%

Income tax (national)

VAT 15%

Official rates, 2024 (latest confirmed) · headline only

Living

1

Happiness

5.5

#2 of 3 countries

World Happiness Report 2021

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Who it’s for

Foreign nationals hired by a company or organisation in Turkmenistan.

Eligibility

  • Invitation via employer

    The 'Letter of Invitation' from the State Migration Service must be requested by the inviting company or organisation in Turkmenistan.

  • Passport

    Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of departure.

    • Validity is counted from the date of departure
    Official wording

    Valid at least 6 months from the date of departure.

A sneak peek at what's inside

  • Document checklistLetter of Invitation from the State Migration Service
  • FeesMultiple entry visa up to 1 month
  • Steps to applyEmployer requests the Letter of Invitation (and any work permit) from the State

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  • 3 documents
  • 1 fee
  • 3 steps
  • Processing times and conditions
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