Low riskAsia · Central AsiaTurkmenistan Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Turkmenistan carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all your routine vaccines are up to date, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Turkmenistan. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated. Special arrangements may be needed for certain high-risk groups.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Turkmenistan, regardless of age.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Turkmenistan, especially if you're staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are commonly found in Turkmenistan. Consider getting rabies vaccine before travel if you'll be around animals or in remote areas where treatment might not be readily available.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for travel to Turkmenistan - there's no risk there and it's not required for entry.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
102
Medical / Ambulance
103
Fire
101
U.S. Embassy
+993-12-94-00-45
Turkmenistan travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Turkmenistan?▼
For travel to Turkmenistan, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Turkmenistan?▼
No — Turkmenistan is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Turkmenistan?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Turkmenistan is currently rated low risk. Turkmenistan carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Turkmenistan?▼
Key emergency numbers in Turkmenistan are Police 102, Medical / Ambulance 103, Fire 101 and U.S. Embassy +993-12-94-00-45. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.