Kazakhstani visa for Turkmen citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Turkmen passport holders visiting Kazakhstan for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Turkmen citizens to enter Kazakhstan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Kazakhstan e-visa for Turkmen citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Kazakhstan visa on arrival for Turkmen citizens | Not Available | |
Kazakhstan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Turkmen passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Kazakhstan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Kazakhstan.
If you are looking for Kazakhstan visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Turkmenistan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kazakhstan nearest your place of residence.
- Ashgabat: The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 22 minutes)
Kazakhstan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kazakhstan diplomatic mission offices to Turkmenistan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Turkmenistan traveling to Kazakhstan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Turkmenistan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 49,619 | N/A |
| 2009 | 49,142 | -0.96% |
| 2010 | 47,233 | -3.88% |
| 2011 | 45,325 | -4.04% |
| 2012 | 47,233 | 4.21% |
| 2013 | 47,711 | 1.01% |
| 2014 | 66,938 | 40.30% |
| 2015 | 69,230 | 3.42% |
| 2016 | 63,156 | -8.77% |
| 2017 | 63,249 | 0.15% |
| 2018 | 66,411 | 5.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kazakhstan & Turkmenistan comparison
Kazakhstan's area is approximately 2,699,700 km2 (1,042,359 sq mi), while the area of Turkmenistan is approximately 469,930 km2 (181,440 sq mi). This means Turkmenistan is 5.74 times smaller than Kazakhstan.
As of October 2025, Kazakhstan's population is ~19.9 million people - 13,429,157 more people than the population of Turkmenistan.
We have highlighted Kazakhstan & Turkmenistan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kazakhstan | Turkmenistan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,912,697 | 6,483,540 | 13.4 million more people live in Kazakhstan than Turkmenistan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 62 | 32 | Kazakhstan has 30 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Turkmenistan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 35 | 15 | Kazakhstan passport holders can visit 20 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 95 | 26 | Kazakhstani hosts 69 more foreign missions than Turkmenistan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Turkmenistan travel to Kazakhstan in one year?
The number of visitors from Turkmenistan visiting Kazakhstan in 2018 was approximately 66,411.
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- Nur-Sultan to Ashgabat: 1166.96 km (725.11 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 25 minutes
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