Visa Requirements for Istanbul - Turkey

Like every country in the world, you must have a valid document or we can say a visa to enter Turkey also requires that. Turkey issues multiple types of visas to people around the world depends on the eligibility criteria.

Updated Date : 08.03.2023

Turkey visit visa requirements

Turkey visa requirements depend on the type of visa you're going to apply for. However, for your convenience, please find the requirements of essential documents for applying for a visa of Turkey below:

  1. A passport that is at least valid for six months. And passport stays valid for 90 days after your travel date. If you don't have a passport, you must need a travel document.
  2. You must have a complete and signed visa application form. Make sure that the form is not older than six months. Attach two passport size photos.
  3. Must have return ticket for a travel proof.
  4. Must have bank details to show that you can afford your tour and expenses.
  5. Show the proof of occupation. If you're a student, then show the student document. That depends on your domain. If you're unemployed, then show the proof of enough funds that you will be able to afford the trip's expense.
  6. Must have proof of your hotel reservation are you going to stay on your trip.
  7. Show the valid health insurance documents, which are valid until your whole trip.

These are the basic requirements for applying for a Turkey visa, which may fluctuate according to your visa type.

How to Get a Turkey visa?

Go to the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs site to learn about the eligibility criteria to enter Turkey. 

Countries eligible to enter Turkey with an electronic visa

Turkey also allows several countries' citizens to enter on E-visa means Electronic Visa, which you get online by e-mail. Check out the official government website where you can apply for E-visa. Here is a list of countries whose citizens are permitted to enter Turkey with e-visa.

  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • Armenia
  • Australia
  • Austria Bahamas
  • Bahrain
  • Barbados
  • Belarus
  • Belgium
  • Canada
  • Croatia
  • Dominica
  • Dominican Republic
  • Greek Cypriot Administration
  • Grenada Haiti
  • Hong Kong
  • Hungary
  • Indonesia
  • Ireland
  • Jamaica
  • Kuwait
  • Malpes
  • Malta
  • Mauritius
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Oman
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Qatar
  • Saint Lucia
  • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Slovakia
  • South Africa
  • Spain
  • U.S.A
  • United Arab Emirates
  • United Kingdom.

Countries whose citizens are permitted to enter Turkey with their national ID's

Turkey also allows several countries in the world whose citizens can enter Turkey with their national ID. The list is below

  • Azerbaijan
  • Germany
  • Belgium
  • France
  • Georgia
  • The Netherlands
  • Spain
  • Switzerland
  • Italy
  • Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
  • Liechtenstein
  • Luxemburg
  • Malta
  • Portugal
  • Ukraine
  • Greece

Charges for applying for a visa of Turkey

The Visa fee varies for every country. You will get to know the visa fee once you apply for the visa online or through the embassy.

The Final Word

Turkey is a worth visiting country, so don't waste your time while thinking that if you need to apply for a visa or not. Go ahead, start the process and let Istanbul E-pass host you in Istanbul for a beautiful trip.

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