Immigrant Visas
All immigrant and fiance(e) visas for residents of Turkmenistan are processed at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow. The Consular Section in Ashgabat does not provide assistance in completing applications for immigration to the United States. Individuals in need of assistance should contact the U.S. Embassy in Moscow or consult with an American attorney.
Immigrants to the United States are divided into two categories
Those who may obtain permanent residence status without numerical limitation, and those subject to an annual limitation. The latter category is further divided into family-sponsored, employment-based, and diversity immigrants. Please visit the Department of State's website for all information regarding Immigrant Visas: http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants.html.
Further Inquiries
Further information about the specific categories of immigrant visas listed above are available from the nearest American consular office abroad or local USCIS (formally INS). Additional information regarding general immigrant visa processing procedures at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow is available on the Internet at: http://www.usembassy.ru
Information regarding the status of a specific immigrant visa case can be obtained via e-mail at consulmo@state.gov or by calling the following:
- From Russia: (095) 258-2525. All calls are $1.60 per minute.
- From the U.S.: 1-866-4US-VISA (1-866-487-8472). Payment by credit card only. All calls are $1.60 per minute.
- Everywhere else: 1-405-552-7300. Payment by credit card only. All calls are $1.60 per minute
