The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Paris is Turkmenistan’s diplomatic mission to France. Turkmen nationals in France turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | 13, rue Picot, 75116 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 47 55 05 36 +33 9 64 25 47 57 |
| turkmenamb@orange.fr | |
| Website | france.tmembassy.gov.tm |
| Social Media | |
| Head of Mission | Maksat Chariev, Ambassador (according to the embassy) |
| Consular services | Provided by the embassy itself |
Consular Section
| Address | 13 Rue Picot 16ème, 75116 Paris, France |
| turkmenambkons@orange.fr |
Consular section details according to the embassy.
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | By appointment |
| Tuesday | By appointment |
| Wednesday | By appointment |
| Thursday | By appointment |
| Friday | By appointment |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Turkmen public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at 13, rue Picot in Paris’s 16th arrondissement.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the embassy website and bring originals with copies.
About the Turkmen Embassy in Paris
According to the embassy, it is headed by Maksat Chariev, Ambassador.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- Turkmen passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Help for citizens in difficulty – illness, arrest or loss of documents
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the embassy website first.
Visa and entry information for French citizens
French citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan, to be obtained before travelling. A valid passport is required. The French Foreign Ministry advises against travel to some regions of Turkmenistan. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Besides French public holidays, the embassy closes on the Turkmen national holiday (27 September). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +33 1 47 55 05 36. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with French authorities. Local emergency numbers in Turkmenistan: police 02, fire brigade 01, ambulance 03.
Diplomatic missions of Turkmenistan in France
Turkmenistan in France
- Paris – Embassy of Turkmenistan (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Paris
Where is the Turkmen Embassy in Paris?
At 13, rue Picot, 75116 Paris.
Do French citizens need a visa for Turkmenistan?
Yes, a visa must be obtained before travelling.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for Turkmenistan, france.tmembassy.gov.tm. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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