Iran is a strategic export hub connecting the Middle East to Central Asia. Turkmenistan, with cities like Ashgabat, Turkmenbashi, and Mary, is a major destination for Iranian exports. This article provides a step-by-step guide to shipping from Iran to Turkmenistan.
Main Border Crossings
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Sarakhs: The busiest road and rail crossing
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Lotfabad: Suitable for fast road shipments
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Incheh Borun: Ideal for rail or multimodal transport
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Transport Options
🚛 Road Freight
Best for flexible, direct shipments of machinery or goods.
🚆 Rail Freight
Used for bulk cargo like cement, iron, or grain.
🔁 Combined (Multimodal)
Recommended for long routes like Bandar Abbas → Sarakhs → Ashgabat.
✅ Cost-saving
❗ Needs strong coordination
Export Documents
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Proforma Invoice
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Commercial Invoice and Packing List
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Certificate of Origin
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International Waybill (CMR or rail consignment note)
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Export License
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Customs Release
📌 External Link: Iran Customs Organization
Transit Time & Costs
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Mashhad to Ashgabat by road: 2–4 business days
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By rail: 4–7 business days
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Multimodal: 3–6 days depending on schedule
💲 Costs vary by cargo type, route, transport method, and exchange rates.
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