Turkey e-Visa: How to Apply For Tourist Visa to Turkey?

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Updated June 2024

Türkiye, the fairytale-esque Middle Eastern country, is a gateway to a captivating land where ancient history and modern charm seamlessly intertwine. With its varied landscapes, lively cities, and welcoming atmosphere, Türkiye promises a rewarding experience for all visitors.

If you’re looking to travel to the charming land of baklava and lokum, Wego will happily help you navigate the process of obtaining a Türkiye e-visa.

What is the Türkiye e-visa?

The Türkiye tourist visa, commonly referred to as the Türkiye e-visa, is an entry authorization document that allows foreign nationals to enter and travel within Türkiye for non-essential purposes such as tourism, transit, and business. However, it is important to note that tourists wishing to study must not apply for this visa type.

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Introduced on 17 April 2013, the e-visa replaced the traditional ‘sticker visa’ and ‘stamp-type’ tourist visa, which were formerly issued at border crossings. The e-visa can be easily obtained online, providing a convenient alternative to the passport sticker, which requires an in-person application at the Turkish consulate. The passport sticker is advised only if you do not qualify for the electronic variant or visa-free entry, or if you plan to stay longer than the e-visa’s validity period.

Eligibility for Türkiye e-visa

In this section, we will examine the countries that are eligible to apply for an e-visa online, any specific requirements they must meet, and alternative methods of entry such as visa-free travel or using expired passports.

Countries eligible to apply

Citizens from various countries and territories can apply for the Türkiye e-visa via an online application. For most nationalities, the permitted stay is 90 days (30 days for certain countries) within any 180-day period. The eligible countries include:

• Antigua and Barbuda
• Armenia
• Australia
• Bahamas
• Bahrain
• Barbados
• Canada
• China
• Cyprus
• Dominica
• Dominican Republic
• East Timor
• Fiji
• Grenada
• Haiti
• Indonesia
• Jamaica
• Maldives
• Mauritius
• Mexico
• Oman
• Saint Lucia
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Suriname
• Taiwan
• U.S.A
• United Arab Emirates

Countries conditionally eligible to apply

If you’re planning to visit Türkiye and you’re from certain countries, getting an e-visa involves meeting specific requirements. Here’s what you need to know:

You can apply for a single-entry e-visa to Türkiye if you’re from Afghanistan, Algeria, Antigua and Barbuda, Armenia, Australia, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belgium, Bermuda, Bhutan, Cambodia, Canada, Cape Verde, China, Croatia, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Estonia, Fiji, Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus, Grenada, Haiti, Hong Kong (BN(O)), India, Iraq, Jamaica, Kuwait, Latvia, Libya, Lithuania, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Nepal, Netherlands, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Taiwan, U.S.A, United Arab Emirates, Vanuatu, Vietnam, or Yemen.

Here are the main requirements:

• Most travelers need a valid visa or residence permit from Schengen area countries, Ireland, the United Kingdom, or the United States. Electronic visas or e-residence permits won’t work. However, if you’re Egyptian and under 20 or over 45 years old, you don’t need this.
• Except for citizens from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and the Philippines, you must fly with specific airlines that Türkiye’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs approves. These include Onur Air, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and for Egyptians, EgyptAir.
• You must also have a confirmed hotel reservation and enough money (US$50 per day).

For Algerian citizens, you need to be under 18 or over 35 years old to apply for an e-visa; otherwise, you’ll need a sticker visa.

Lastly, citizens of Afghanistan, Iraq, Zambia, and the Philippines can’t get an e-visa when they arrive at Istanbul Airport.

Countries with visa-free entry

Citizens of the following countries do not need a visa to enter Türkiye and can stay for up to three months within any six-month period, whether continuously or intermittently:

• Azerbaijan
• Belgium
• Bulgaria
• France
• Georgia
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Italy
• Liechtenstein
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Moldova
• Netherlands
• Poland
• Portugal
• Spain
• Switzerland
• Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
• Ukraine

Russian Federation citizens do not require a visa for stays of up to 60 days in Türkiye. Citizens of Belarus, Brunei, Costa Rica, Latvia, Macao, Mongolia, Thailand, and Turkmenistan can stay for up to 30 days per visit, with a maximum of 90 days within any six-month period.

For further information on Turkey’s visa-free entry requirements, please refer to our dedicated article below.

 

Türkiye e-visa requirements

Before beginning the online application process, travelers need to ensure they have the necessary documents, which include:

• a passport with a minimum validity of six months from the date of arrival (three months for Pakistani passport holders)
• an email address for receiving notifications and the e-visa
• a debit or credit card to pay for the visa fee

Türkiye e-visa application process

Let us take you through the simple process of applying for a Turkish e-visa. We’ll explain each step involved, the processing times, and the fees you can anticipate. Remember, for the most current fee details specific to your nationality, it’s always recommended to visit the official Turkish Government e-visa webpage.

Application steps

Applying for the Türkiye e-visa involves a few straightforward steps:

1. Fill out the online application form on the Turkish Government’s eVisa page.
2. Pay the required visa fee using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or PayPal.
3. Wait for a confirmation email.
4. Print the confirmation and take it with you on your trip.

Travelers need to provide specific details when filling out the application form, such as their name, date and place of birth, passport number, passport issue and expiry date, email address, mobile phone number, and current address.

Processing time

The Türkiye e-visa application process is relatively quick, typically taking only a few minutes to complete. Most applications are processed within 24 to 48 hours. Despite the speedy processing times, it is advisable to file the application at least 72 hours before your trip to Türkiye to account for any unforeseen delays.

Fees

The cost to apply for a Türkiye e-visa varies depending on the applicant’s nationality. The fees are charged in USD but can be paid using any valid debit or credit card. Travelers should check the Turkish Government’s E-visa webpage for specific fee details applicable to their country of residence.

Türkiye e-visa validity

For most eligible countries, the Turkish e-visa is valid for a 180-day period from the arrival date in Türkiye. Depending on the traveler’s country of citizenship, the e-visa may be issued as either a single-entry or multiple-entry visa, allowing a stay in Türkiye for periods ranging from 30 to 90 days. It is recommended to check the Turkish Government’s E-visa webpage for specific validity details related to your country of residence.