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  • Exchange tips about expat life in Turkmenistan

  • Paul O'Doherty

    I didn't even hope to find Irish people here in Turkmenistan. Thanks to InterNations I discovered that I am not the only one from the Emerald Isle...

InterNations – Uniting Russians living in Turkmenistan

Would you like to get in touch with other Russians in Turkmenistan? Are you in need of help and advice from your Russian compatriots? Or would you like to join other Russian expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the World Heritage Site of Konye Urgench?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Turkmenistan or are still living in Russia and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Turkmenistan offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Russian expats in Turkmenistan, coming from all corners of Russia - from Saint Petersburg, over Moscow to Yekaterinburg.

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Attend our monthly events and activities for Russians expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Dec 15, 2024, 7:00 AM
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Let’s get together for our last Sunday brunch of the year! Throw on a silly hat, reindeer headband, or your favorite ugly Christmas sweater, and come hang out for some festive fun. Please don’t forg
Oct 6, 2024, 8:00 AM
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If you're available, let's grab coffee on Sunday, October 6, at Bazetti on Kemine Street. It will be a great chance to meet new members and catch up with familiar faces! Don’t forget to register - cl
Apr 7, 2024, 5:00 PM
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Hey everyone! Let's salsa the night away at our Latin party! Join us for music, food, and fun. Don't miss out – mark your calendars and come ready to dance!
Join me for a Sunday brunch to welcome newcomers and catch up with old members. It's a perfect opportunity to connect, share stories, and forge new friendships in our diverse community. Whether you'r

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    Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

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    Find Tips and Advice on Turkmenistan from Russian Expats

    Of course, expat living in Turkmenistan is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Russians is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Turkmen way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Russians in Turkmenistan, residing in Ashgabat, Merv, Turkmenbashi and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Russians in Ashgabat.

    If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Russian food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Turkmen InterNations Community:

    • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Russia in Turkmenistan.
    • Obtain and share insider tips in our Turkmenistan Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get borscht in Merv.
    • Search the InterNations Places database for Turkmenistan to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Russian embassy.

    From the World Heritage Site of Konye Urgench to some of Central Asia's most colourful bazaars, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Russian expats in Turkmenistan.

    Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Russians in Turkmenistan

    Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Turkmenistan. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Turkmen plov, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Ashgabat’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the spectacle of Darvaza Flaming Crater as well as other beautiful landmarks in Turkmenistan.

    Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Russia and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Privet from our Russians living in Turkmenistan!

    • Paul O'Doherty

      I didn't even hope to find Irish people here in Turkmenistan. Thanks to InterNations I discovered that I am not the only one from the Emerald Isle...

    • Caroline Hayes

      When my partner and I decided to move to Ashgabat, I was really anxious. That has changed now that I've met so many other expats on InterNations.

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