Quick Overview
Before starting your Turkey eVisa application, verify the requirements based on your nationality and designated visa category. All travelers require a valid passport biopage scan and a recent photograph. Conditional applicants must also present an eligible visa or residence permit from the USA, UK, Ireland, or Schengen member states.
Before starting your Turkey eVisa application, check the requirements based on your nationality and applicable eVisa type. Gather all the necessary documents in advance to avoid any application delays. Submitting the correct documents at the first attempt keeps your application on track.
1. Common Document Requirements (For All Applicants)
Irrespective of nationality or selected eVisa type (tourist, business, or transit), all applicants must submit:
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Applicant's Passport Biopage Scan:
- Clear scan of the valid passport biopage.
- All details, including the MRZ code, must remain readable.
- Edges of the passport biopage must not be cropped out.
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Turkey.
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Recent Photograph:
- Taken within the last 6 months.
- Full face from forehead to chin clearly visible.
- Free of edits, shadows, or glare.
- Prescription glasses are allowed if lenses have no glare and eyes remain visible.
2. Nationality-Based Requirements (Tourist / Business)
Applicants of certain nationalities must provide ONE of the following supporting documents:
Valid Sticker Visa
Must be a physical sticker visa currently valid upon entry into Turkey.
Valid Residence Permit
Must be an active, valid residence permit card or legal residency authorization.
3. Documents Not Accepted
Ineligible Supporting Documents
- Electronic visas (eVisas) from other nations.
- Expired sticker visas or residence permits.
- Supporting documents issued by countries other than the USA, UK, Ireland, or Schengen member states.
4. Requirements for Turkey Airport Transit eVisa
In addition to the common documents (passport bio-page and photo), transit applicants must provide details for ONE of the following:
- Confirmed flight ticket number.
- Flight booking reference number (PNR).
5. Additional Travel Documentation
Travelers may be required to present the following supplementary travel records upon arrival or during application verification:
- Completed visa application form.
- Proof of travel arrangements (round-trip flight reservations).
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking).
- Proof of sufficient financial means to support your stay.
- Type-specific supporting documents (e.g., business invitation letters, proof of employment).
Turkey e-Visa vs. Sticker Visa: Which Do You Need?
| Feature | Turkey e-Visa | Sticker Visa (Consular) |
|---|---|---|
| Application Method | 100% Online | Embassy / Consulate |
| Processing Time | 24–48 Hours | 5–15 Business Days |
| Passport Types | Ordinary Only | All Types (Ordinary, Diplomatic, Service) |
| Purpose | Tourism, Short Business, Transit | Work, Study, Long-term Residence |