British Embassy in Ashgabat
Embassy 
United Kingdom Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
- Address
- 3rd Floor Office Building Four Points Ak Altyn Hotel, 744001 Ashgabat
- Website
- gov.uk
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Foreign ministry of the United Kingdom: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 26 September 2024
The British embassy in Ashgabat stands at 3rd Floor Office Building Four Points Ak Altyn Hotel, 744001 Ashgabat, in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan. Its opening hours on record: Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30 with a midday break, closing earlier on Fridays. Turkmen citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
Opening hours of the British embassy in Ashgabat
| Monday | 09:00–12:3013:30–17:30 break 12:30–13:30 By appointment only |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00–12:3013:30–17:30 break 12:30–13:30 By appointment only |
| Wednesday | 09:00–12:3013:30–17:30 break 12:30–13:30 By appointment only |
| Thursday | 09:00–12:3013:30–17:30 break 12:30–13:30 By appointment only |
| Friday | 09:00–12:3013:30–15:00 break 12:30–13:30 By appointment only |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in the United Kingdom
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
The British embassy in Ashgabat is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30 with a midday break, closing earlier on Fridays.
United Kingdom visa for Turkmen citizens
TurkmenistanUnited Kingdom Visa required United Kingdom visa for citizens of Turkmenistan
United KingdomTurkmenistan Visa required Turkmenistan visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
Turkmen citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel. Whether the British embassy in Ashgabat takes applications itself or through a visa centre is set out on its official website.
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Embassy of Venezuela in AshgabatGarlyýew (2019) köçesi 9, Ashgabat
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The United Kingdom’s other missions in Turkmenistan
The British embassy in Ashgabat is the only mission of the United Kingdom in Turkmenistan on record. Turkmenistan in turn has an embassy in London.
Latest official news
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Supporting practical OSCE action in Turkmenistan: UK statement to the OSCE
UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford reaffirms the UK's strong support for the OSCE field presence in Ashgabat and its practical work across all three dimensions of security. We welcome progress on border management, resilient energy infrastructure, judicial reform, media literacy…
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Turkmen delegation participates in Education World Forum in London
A delegation from Turkmenistan participated in the Education World Forum (EWF) held in London from 17 to 20 May 2026.
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Turkmenistan delegation attends the Royal Windsor Horse Show
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, National Leader of the Turkmen People attends the Royal Windsor Horse Show.
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Zaha Hadid Architects visit Ashgabat
British Embassy Ashgabat organises a historic first visit of Zaha Hadid Architects to Turkmenistan.
Good to know
About the British embassy in Ashgabat
It appears in official lists as Embassy of the United Kingdom in Ashgabat.
Address and contact
Address: 3rd Floor Office Building Four Points Ak Altyn Hotel, 744001 Ashgabat. The record for the British embassy in Ashgabat includes an e-mail address and an official website.
British citizens travelling to Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan requires British citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Before visiting the British embassy in Ashgabat
Current procedures for the British embassy in Ashgabat, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the British embassy in Ashgabat
Within 1 km of the British embassy in Ashgabat there are 12 other foreign missions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the British Embassy in Ashgabat?
The British embassy in Ashgabat is at 3rd Floor Office Building Four Points Ak Altyn Hotel, 744001 Ashgabat.
What are the opening hours of the British Embassy in Ashgabat?
The British embassy in Ashgabat is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30 with a midday break, closing earlier on Fridays.
Is the British Embassy in Ashgabat open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the British embassy in Ashgabat do not include Saturday.
Do Turkmen citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Turkmen citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
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