Turkey Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
96
Visa on arrival
3
eTA / e-Visa
23
Total streamlined
122
Visa required in advance
76

Turkey's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for a Turkey tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Turkey Visa-Free (96)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Turkey without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Visa on arrival

Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to Turkey (3)

Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the Turkey border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.

eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Turkey (23)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

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Fees

Turkey Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Sticker (consular) tourist visa - non-e-visa eligible nationalities

    Varies by nationalityofficial sourcevfsglobal.com ↗

    EUR 80 (~$91)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Turkey Transit Visa

Turkey publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa (Single/Double Transit)

Travellers passing through Türkiye en route to a third country

Single- and double-transit visas listed under Türkiye's Tourist/Businessperson visa category. Some nationalities can obtain single/double transit through the e-Visa portal; others apply for a sticker visa. Passengers remaining airside during a connection generally do not need a transit visa.

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FAQ

Turkey Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Turkey?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Turkey visa-free, with a visa on arrival or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Turkey tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Turkey without a visa?

96 countries can visit Turkey without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Turkey.

How do I apply for a Turkey tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Turkey, you typically need to apply at a Turkey embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Turkey without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Turkey varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Turkey Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Turkey visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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