🇹🇲Turkmenistan
Asia
Information
Capital
Ashgabat
Population
7,650,000
Currency
Turkmenistani manat (TMT m)
Languages
Turkmène, Russe
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+993
Timezone
Asia/Ashgabat
Area
488,100 km²
Government
Presidential republic (authoritarian)
National day
September 27 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.tm
About
Turkmenistan is a Central Asian country rich in natural gas, governed by an authoritarian presidential regime. It is known for its permanent neutrality and isolationism. The population is predominantly Turkmen and the country faces economic challenges despite its resources.
Safety
Risk level :Risque élevé en raison du régime autoritaire, restrictions sévères aux voyageurs et surveillance étroite.
Risk areas
Frontières avec l'Afghanistan - Instabilité et tensionsAshgabat et zones urbaines - Surveillance policière élevée
Crime(low)
- Éviter de photographier les installations officielles
- Ne pas discuter de politique
Terrorism(low)
- Risque faible mais vigilance accrue aux lieux publics
Transport
- Utiliser taxis officiels
- Éviter conduite nocturne
Natural risks(Risques sismiques et sécheresses occasionnelles)
- Suivre alertes locales
- Prévoir eau en abondance
Health(Système de santé limité, hôpitaux sous-équipés)
- Vaccins standards (hépatite, typhoïde)
- Assurance rapatriement obligatoire
Practical tips
- Obtenir visa à l'avance
- Respecter code vestimentaire conservateur
- Éviter contacts avec opposants
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center1050
1-bedroom apartment in city center1050
1-bedroom apartment in suburb660
3-bedroom apartment in city centernon disponible
3-bedroom apartment in suburbnon disponible
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal5
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant30
McDonald's menunon disponible
Local beer (0.5L)2
Cappuccino2
Water (1.5L)0.50
Bread (500g)0.60
Milk (1L)1
Eggs (12)2
Chicken (1kg)4
Apples (1kg)2
Bananas (1kg)2
Transport
Public transport ticket0.10
Monthly transport subscription5
Taxi ride (start)1
Taxi (1km)0.50
Gasoline (1L)0.50
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)30
Tennis court (1h weekend)non disponible
Cinema5
Theaternon disponible
Health
General practitioner consultation10
Dentist consultation20
Antibiotic medications5
Cold medications (6 days)2
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)20
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)10
Public services for 85m² apartment10
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)50
Nike sports shoes80
International primary school (monthly)non disponible
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type F
Emergency numbers
Police02
Ambulance03
Fire department01
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
Not customary (5-10% optional)