Turkey Tourist eVisa: Complete Application Guide

The Turkey tourist eVisa gives eligible travelers a straightforward way to get travel authorization through a simple online application. Whether you're headed over for sightseeing, general tourism, or to spend time with family and friends, it makes the whole process quick and hassle-free.

Turkey Travel Passport Document

Documents Required for the Turkey Tourist eVisa

To apply, here's what you'll need to have ready:

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Passport Bio-Page Scan

A scanned copy of your passport's bio page - required for every applicant. Your passport needs to be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date in Turkey.

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Supporting Entry Document

For certain nationalities, a valid residence permit or sticker visa issued by a Schengen country, Ireland, the USA, or the United Kingdom is required.

Note: Electronic visas (e-visas) themselves are not accepted as supporting documents - it must be an actual residence permit or physical sticker visa.

When entering this supporting document into your application form, you'll need to provide:

Not sure if this condition applies to you? It's worth checking Turkey's eligibility rules directly to confirm whether your nationality requires an additional supporting document.

Validity and Stay Duration

Here's what the Turkey tourist eVisa offers:

Validity Window Stay Duration Entry Type
180 days from issue date 30 days (or up to 90 days depending on nationality) Single entry (or Multiple entry based on nationality)

What the eVisa Can Be Used For

Once approved, your Turkish tourist eVisa covers:

How to Apply for a Turkey Tourist eVisa

A good rule of thumb: apply at least 4 days before you travel. From there, it's three simple steps:

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Fill Out the Application Form

Complete the online Turkish visa application with the required details, and upload your document scans.

2

Pay the Visa Fee

You can pay with a credit or debit card, or another supported payment method. You'll receive regular status updates at your registered email.

3

Receive Your Approved eVisa

It's sent to your registered email once approved - print a copy and have it ready to present when you enter Turkey.

How Fast Can You Get It & Costs

There are three processing speeds to pick from:

Processing Option Timeframe Notes
Standard Processing 1–2 Days Standard fee applies
Rush Processing 6–12 Hours Involves an additional rush fee
Super-Rush Processing 1 Hour Fastest turnaround with an urgent processing fee

The total fee for a Turkey tourist eVisa depends on your nationality, entry type, and whichever processing speed option you choose.

What You'll Need to Show at the Border

Once you land in Turkey, border officials may ask to see:

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Content Disclaimer: This information was last updated in August 2026. We strongly recommend confirming all travel details with the relevant government agencies, embassies, and airlines before you travel.
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