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Import regulations in Turkmenistan are subject to change at short
notice, and travellers should contact the embassy before departure for
up-to-date information.
The following goods may be imported into Turkmenistan by passengers
aged 16 and over : 200 cigarettes or 200g of tobacco; 2l of any
alcoholic beverage (passengers aged 21 and over); personal belongings
up to a reasonable value.
Note : On
entering the country, tourists must complete a customs declaration
form which must be retained until departure. This allows the import of
articles intended for personal use, including currency and valuables
which must be registered on the declaration form. Customs inspection
can be long and detailed. It is advisable when shopping to ask for a
certificate from the shop which states that goods have been paid for
in hard currency. Presentation of such certificates should speed up
customs formalities.
Prohibited items :
Military weapons, ammunition and narcotics may
not be imported or exported. Works of art and antiques may not be
exported (unless permission has been granted by the Ministry of
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