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Tajikistan visas

Tajikistan tourist visa

Tourists may qualify for visa-free entry, an e-Visa or a visa on arrival. Other visitors need a visa from a Tajikistan embassy or consulate.

Ways to get a Tajikistan tourist visa

  3. Visa-free entry for Moldova

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Moldova qualify.

    Stay
    90 days within any 180 days.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  4. Visa-free entry for 30 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of all European Union member states and the other listed countries qualify.

    Stay
    30 days.

  5. Visa-free entry for Iran

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Iran qualify.

    Stay
    30 days within any 90 days.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  7. Tourist e-Visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of the listed countries and territories qualify. Stateless people who were citizens of Tajikistan also qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 60 days within 90 days.
    Entries
    Single or multiple entry.
    Fee
    US$30 for single entry; US$50 for multiple entry.

    Passports that qualify (136)

    1. Apply through the e-Visa application.
    2. Choose whether to add a Gorno-Badakhshan permit for US$20.

  9. Regular visa

    Visa needed

    Citizens of any country may apply for a regular visa online.

    1. Submit a regular visa application online.
    2. If successful, obtain the visa from a Tajikistan embassy or consulate, or on arrival at Dushanbe International Airport.

Who needs it

Tourists who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a visa.

Who doesn't

Citizens of the listed countries can enter without a visa for the period allowed for their nationality. Some visitors aged 55 or over qualify for a 14-day exemption.

Good to know

  • A special permit is required to visit Gorno-Badakhshan.
  • Lake Sarez requires an additional special permit.
  • An eligible tourist can use an e-Visa at any border crossing.
  • The listed visa-on-arrival arrangements apply at Dushanbe International Airport.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Tajikistan?

Tourists who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a visa. Citizens of the listed countries can enter without a visa for the period allowed for their nationality. Some visitors aged 55 or over qualify for a 14-day exemption.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Tajikistan?

There are 9 options: Visa-free entry with no time limit (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for Moldova (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 30 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for Iran (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for visitors aged 55 or over (no visa at all); Tourist e-Visa (an online visa); Visa on arrival (a visa at the border); Regular visa (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Tajikistan without a tourist visa?

Citizens of Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Russia qualify. Citizens of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Dominica and Ukraine qualify. Citizens of Moldova qualify. Citizens of all European Union member states and the other listed countries qualify. Citizens of Iran qualify. Citizens of the listed countries qualify if they are aged 55 or over.

Can I apply online for Tajikistan?

Yes: Tourist e-Visa. Citizens of the listed countries and territories qualify. Stateless people who were citizens of Tajikistan also qualify.

How long can I stay on a Tajikistan tourist visa?

Visa-free stays range from 14 days to an unlimited period, depending on eligibility.

What rules do I have to follow on a Tajikistan tourist visa?

A special permit is required to visit Gorno-Badakhshan. Lake Sarez requires an additional special permit.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Tajikistan?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Tajikistan visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Tajikistan be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Tajikistan tourist visa rules?

On Tajikistan's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Tajikistan?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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