Turkmenistan: Payment methods & tips

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Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

Swiss Bankers Travel is not accepted in this country.

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Banknotes

in US Dollar (USD)

Change cash in local currency

Local currency / ISO Code

Manat TMM

Further Information

Import local currency
prohibited

Import foreign currency
unlimited; must be declared

Export local currency
prohibited

Export foreign currency
limited to amounts imported and declared (minus exchange)

Credit cards

Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.

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Practical Information:

Other information

This country is in an active earthquake zone.

Security

It is advisable to visit the country only as part of an organized group.
Travel to border areas with Afghanistan not advised.
Take customary safety precautions and avoid nighttime driving.

Special legal regulations

Photographing military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.

Cultural characteristics

Turkmenistan is a predominantly Moslem country. Please observe local customs for dress code and conduct.
Ramadan 2019: 05.05. - 04.06.

Travel documents for Swiss citizens

Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival with visa, return or onward travel ticket.
Find out in advance about the documents necessary to obtain a visa.
Travelers must report to the UVViOG authorities within 3 days of their arrival. These formalities are settled by the hotel for package travel.
Travelers are advised to carry with them their passport or a photocopy thereof (must include page with visa).
It is recommended to have several passport photos available.

Voltage

220 volt / adapter required for 3-pronged plug

Country code for calling Switzerland

8 (wait for dialing tone) 10 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Health situation

Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria in the border areas with Afghanistan and Uzbekistan.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.

Driving

Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if accompanied by a certified russian translation. Otherwise international driver's license required.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.0 ‰.

Opening hours

Banks

9.30 - 17.30 h (Mon -Fri)

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Baku, Icheri Sheher (Old City), Böyük Qala Street, N° 9
Tel. +994 12 437 38 50 / +994 12 437 38 55

Time difference with Switzerland

+ 4 h / + 3 h during our summer time

National language

Official language

Turkmenisch

Language capabilities

Russian and English

Capital

Ašgabat (Ashgabad)

Travel advice for Turkmenistan.