Visa to Tajikistan

Citizens of 121 countries can easily apply for a tourist visa to Tajikistan online. A visa is required if your country isn’t on the visa-exempt list or if you plan to stay longer than 30 days.

The most convenient way to get a visa is by using the official e-Visa portal provided by the Tajik Ministry of Foreign Affairs: evisa.tj. The application process is simple, requiring only your basic personal details. Be sure not to confuse this portal with visa.gov.tj, which is used for visa applications that need to be collected in person at an embassy.

The tourist e-Visa allows for a stay of up to 60 days, to be used within a 90-day period starting from your specified entry date. This means you have flexibility with your arrival date. The non-refundable fee for a single-entry e-Visa is $30, payable by credit card. While the visa is typically issued within a few days, it’s advisable to apply several weeks in advance to avoid any potential delays. Once approved, the e-Visa is sent to you via email, which you can print and use. The entire process is straightforward, with no need for an intermediary agent. The e-Visa can be used for entry at both international airports and land border crossings. If you need double entry visa just apply for two separate evisas.

For those eligible, there’s also the option to get a visa on arrival at Dushanbe Airport. Passport holders from 71 countries can obtain a visa upon landing, right before passing through customs. This visa allows for a maximum stay of 45 days. While getting a visa on arrival is generally reliable, it’s recommended to use the e-Visa for quicker processing at the airport.

Citizens from the countries listed below can apply for an e-Visa online. Those from the countries highlighted in bold can also choose to get a visa on arrival at Dushanbe Airport. If your country isn’t on the list, you’ll need to apply for a visa at a Tajik embassy or consulate, where requirements and fees may vary depending on the location.

* Countries in bold: Visa on-arrival option available

* Tajikistan tourist visa application is available here. This application is accepted in all embassies and consulates of the Republic of Tajikistan. 

If you enter Tajikistan without a visa (under the visa exemption) and plan to stay for more than 10 days, you must register with local authorities. This registration needs to be completed at an OVIR (Office of Visas and Registration) location, which you can find in major cities across Tajikistan. To register, you’ll need a passport photo, and you will need to return the next day to collect your registration proof.

Most visitors will likely register in Dushanbe. The OVIR office in Dushanbe (Tel. 227 67 22) is located on 5 Mirzo Tursunzoda Street, near the Opera Ballet. Keep in mind that this office is closed on Sundays and operates only until noon on Saturdays, while regular working hours apply on weekdays (8am-5pm). If you’re entering Tajikistan via Sary Tash on the Pamir Highway, then the earliest opportunity for registration is in Khorog.

If you obtain a visa before arriving in Tajikistan, such as an e-Visa, you can skip the registration process altogether. For stays longer than 10 days, it might be more convenient to get a tourist visa in advance, even if you qualify for visa-free entry. While registering is slightly less expensive than getting an e-Visa, the time and effort required may not justify the small savings.

Traveling to the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast (GBAO), where the Pamir Mountains are located, requires a special permit. This permit can be requested during the e-Visa application process for an additional $20. Alternatively, you can obtain the GBAO permit after arrival at the OVIR office in Dushanbe. This permit is necessary for any trekking activities within the Pamirs.

In addition to the general GBAO permit, specific areas within the region, such as Lake Sarez or the Tajik National Park, require extra permits. These additional permits can be easily arranged upon arrival in Tajikistan.