Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
Last updated on Apr 17, 2024
Summary: Expats, digital nomads and retirees discuss what it is like to live in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan: Cost of living, Finding a home, Meeting People and more.
What do I need to know before moving to Ashgabat?
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Ashgabat, they said:
"You will visit dozens of homes before finding one. You will rarely find something that you are used to if you are from the west. You will want to run out of some before even reaching the front door," remarked one expat living in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.
What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Ashgabat?
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
Other Questions:
- What do I need to know before moving to Ashgabat?
- How do I find a place to live in Ashgabat?
- What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Ashgabat?
- What is the average cost of housing in Ashgabat?
- Should I buy or rent a home in Ashgabat?
- What should I pack when moving to Ashgabat?
- What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Ashgabat?
- What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Ashgabat?
- What are healthcare services like in Ashgabat?
- Is the cost of living in Ashgabat high?
- Will I save money living in Ashgabat?
- Why do people move to Ashgabat?
- How are healthcare services in Ashgabat?
- What are medical services in Ashgabat like?
