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Global Market · Central Asia
Vietnam – Turkmenistan Logistics
Turkmenistan market information for importers and exporters: seaports, airports, economic size, trade preferences and growth potential.
Key facts
- Capital
- Ashgabat
- Region
- Central Asia
- Population
- 7.6 million
- Area
- 488,100 km²
- Nominal GDP (2023)
- US$60 billion
- GDP per capita
- 7,860 USD
- GDP ranking
- No. 86 worldwide
- 5-year GDP growth
- 8.0%/year
- Currency
- TMT (TMT)
- Languages
- Russian, Turkmen
- Distance to Ho Chi Minh City
- 5,614 km
Economic size
In 2023, Turkmenistan’s nominal GDP reached US$60 billion, ranking No. 86 in the world, with GDP per capita of around US$7,860. Over the past 5 years, GDP in US dollar terms grew by an average of 8.0% per year.
Growth potential
- Fast growth: GDP has grown by an average of 8.0% per year over 5 years.
- Landlocked, requiring multimodal solutions via neighboring countries.
Trade agreements with Vietnam
Vietnam and Turkmenistan do not currently have a free trade agreement in force. Goods are subject to the importing country’s standard duty rates.
Shipping from Vietnam to Turkmenistan
Ocean
25–40 days
from Cat Lai / Cai Mep, depending on destination port and transshipment
Air
3–5 days
from SGN / HAN, including handling time
Distance
5,614 km
straight-line distance
Transit times are indicative estimates, not commitments. Contact us for actual vessel and flight schedules.
Major seaports
Turkmenistan is landlocked. Ocean cargo typically arrives at a port in a neighboring country and continues by road or rail.
International airports
Turkmenistan has 6 large and medium-sized airports. The main airports for cargo are:
| Airport | IATA | City |
|---|---|---|
| Ashgabat International Airport | ASB | Ashgabat |
| Dashoguz International Airport | TAZ | Daşoguz |
| Türkmenabat International Airport | CRZ | Türkmenabat |
| Balkanabat International Airport | BKN | Balkanabat |
| Turkmenbaşy International Airport | KRW | Turkmenbaşy |
| Mary International Airport | MYP | Mary |
Services for the Vietnam – Turkmenistan lane
AIR FREIGHT
Air Freight
Weekly block space agreements and full charters for urgent, high-value cargo.
- Express
- Charter
- DG
- Pharma
ROAD & RAIL
Road & Rail Freight
Owned GPS-tracked fleet and Vietnam – China – Europe rail freight.
- FTL
- LTL
- Cross-border
- Rail
CONTRACT LOGISTICS
Warehousing & Distribution
International-standard distribution centers run on WMS and automated conveyor systems.
- Bonded
- Cold chain
- Fulfillment
CUSTOMS & TRADE
Customs & Trade Advisory
Licensed customs brokers and FTA specialists who optimize duty rates for FDI companies.
- VNACCS
- C/O
- EVFTA
- CPTPP
PROJECT CARGO
Project & Oversized Cargo
Route surveys, lashing plans and equipment transport for industrial and energy projects.
- OOG
- Heavy-lift
- Turnkey
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Frequently asked questions
How long does ocean freight from Vietnam to Turkmenistan take?
Turkmenistan is landlocked, so ocean cargo arrives at a neighboring country’s port and then moves inland. Total transit is usually around 25–40 days plus the road or rail leg.
Which airports handle international air cargo in Turkmenistan?
International air cargo to Turkmenistan mainly arrives via Ashgabat International Airport (ASB), Dashoguz International Airport (TAZ), Türkmenabat International Airport (CRZ).
What trade agreements do Vietnam and Turkmenistan have?
There is currently no free trade agreement in force between Vietnam and Turkmenistan.
Neighboring countries
Other markets in Central Asia
Sources: World Bank (GDP for 2023, population), NGA World Port Index, OurAirports, mledoze/countries. Figures are for reference only.