Maldivian visa for Turkmen citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Turkmen passport holders visiting Maldives 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 Maldives for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Maldives e-visa for Turkmen citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Maldives visa on arrival for Turkmen citizens | Eligible | |
Maldives tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Turkmen passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Maldives.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Maldives.
If you are looking for Maldives 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 Maldives nearest your place of residence.
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of in Abu Dhabi, ~ 1683.03 kilometers (1045.78 mi) away from Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. (Working hours: Close now).
- Karachi: The Consulate General of in Karachi, ~ 1718.27 kilometers (1067.68 mi) away from Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. (Working hours: Close now).
Maldives visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Maldives diplomatic mission offices to Turkmenistan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Turkmenistan traveling to Maldives from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Turkmenistan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 68 | N/A |
| 2009 | 66 | -2.94% |
| 2010 | 79 | 19.70% |
| 2011 | 93 | 17.72% |
| 2012 | 96 | 3.23% |
| 2013 | 113 | 17.71% |
| 2014 | 121 | 7.08% |
| 2015 | 123 | 1.65% |
| 2016 | 129 | 4.88% |
| 2017 | 139 | 7.75% |
| 2018 | 148 | 6.47% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Maldives & Turkmenistan comparison
Maldives's area is approximately 300 km2 (115 sq mi), while the area of Turkmenistan is approximately 469,930 km2 (181,440 sq mi). This means Turkmenistan is 1566.43 times bigger than Maldives.
As of October 2025, Maldives's population is ~589463 people - 5,894,077 fewer people than the population of Turkmenistan.
We have highlighted Maldives & Turkmenistan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Maldives | Turkmenistan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 589,463 | 6,483,540 | 5.9 million fewer people live in Maldives than Turkmenistan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 25 | 32 | Maldives has 7 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Turkmenistan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 55 | 15 | Maldives passport holders can visit 40 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 20 | 26 | Maldivian hosts 6 fewer foreign missions than Turkmenistan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Turkmenistan travel to Maldives in one year?
The number of visitors from Turkmenistan visiting Maldives in 2018 was approximately 148.
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Useful Information
- Male to Ashgabat: 4187.22 km (2601.82 mi)
- Travel time: 8 hours 43 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025