Some insurance policies also include coverage for psychiatric treatment and for disposition of remains in the event of death. The U.S. Embassy recommends that travelers ensure that their hepatitis and typhoid fever vaccinations are current. While in a foreign country, U.S. citizens may encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States. The information below concerning Turkmenistan is provided for general reference only, and may not be totally accurate in a particular location or circumstance. Since independence in 1991, Turkmenistan has seen an increase in the number of cars, leading to heavy congestion on major routes in Ashgabat during rush hour.
Drivers can be undisciplined and aggressive.
Primary roads in Ashgabat are of high quality, well maintained and lit, but side streets are often in disrepair and poorly lit. Drivers should exercise extreme caution on intercity roads. Although paved, rural roads are narrow, often in a state of disrepair, and not lit. Livestock and large agricultural vehicles in the road also present hazards. For further information, travelers may contact the Department of Transportation within the U.S. at tel.