Turkey Tourist Visa
The Turkey Tourist Visa covers travel to Turkey for sightseeing, holidays, or leisure. Turkey abolished visa-on-arrival for most nationalities, including Indian passport holders, in April 2014, so all eligible travellers must obtain a visa in advance — either the e-Visa (for those who qualify) or a sticker visa applied for at a Turkish embassy, consulate, or an authorised visa application centre. Which route applies depends on the traveller’s nationality and, for many applicants including Indian nationals, whether they already hold a valid visa or residence permit from the Schengen Area, the United States, the United Kingdom, or Ireland. As with every Turkey Visa category, the final decision on approval and admission rests solely with the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and immigration authorities.
Eligibility
You intend to visit Turkey purely for tourism, sightseeing, or leisure.
- Your stay will not exceed 30 to 90 days, depending on the visa/entry category granted.
- Your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your date of travel.
- You can demonstrate sufficient financial means (generally around USD 50 per day) and a confirmed return or onward ticket.
You may apply for a Turkey Tourist Visa if:
Government Visa Fees
| Category | Fee |
| e-Visa (single entry, up to 30 days) | USD 43 (flat rate, paid on the official portal) |
| Sticker visa (single entry, through embassy/VFS) | Approximately ₹5,000–5,500 (varies by nationality and entry type) |
| Sticker visa (multi-entry, business-type) | Approximately ₹14,000 onward |
The e-Visa fee is uniform worldwide and should only be paid on the official portal, evisa.gov.tr, to avoid inflated third-party service charges. All fees are non-refundable, whatever the decision on the application.
Processing Time
The e-Visa, where the applicant is eligible, is typically issued within minutes to 24–48 hours of a complete online submission. The standard sticker visa, applied for at a Turkish embassy, consulate, or an authorised visa application centre, generally takes longer and should be applied for at least 2 to 3 weeks before the intended travel date. Applicants are advised not to book non-refundable travel until their visa has been approved.
Required Documents Checklist
For the e-Visa:
- Passport bio-data page (valid for at least 6 months from date of travel)
- Proof of the qualifying Schengen/US/UK/Ireland visa or residence permit, where applicable
For the standard sticker visa:
- Valid passport (at least 6 months’ validity, with blank pages)
- Completed visa application form
- Recent passport-sized photograph
- Proof of sufficient financial means and confirmed return/onward ticket
- Travel medical insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage
- Confirmed accommodation details
Information may vary depending on individual circumstances and nationality.
Step-by-Step Application Process
For the e-Visa (where eligible):
- Confirm your eligibility for the e-Visa, including any required Schengen/US/UK/Ireland visa or residence permit.
- Visit the official portal, evisa.gov.tr, and complete the online application form.
- Upload your passport details and any supporting visa/residence permit proof.
- Pay the USD 43 fee online.
- Receive your e-Visa by email, typically within 24–48 hours.
- Print or save your e-Visa and present it, along with your passport, upon arrival in Turkey.
For the standard sticker visa:
- Complete the visa application form.
- Gather your passport, photograph, financial proof, and insurance documents.
- Submit your application at the Turkish embassy, consulate, or an authorised visa application centre.
- Pay the applicable visa fee.
- Collect your passport with the visa once processed.
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Applying for a Turkey Tourist Visa requires accurate documentation, a genuine travel purpose, and compliance with the visa requirements prescribed by the Turkish authorities. At Shivansh Consultants, we provide personalized guidance and end-to-end support, assisting you with tourist visa application forms, passport documentation, travel itinerary, hotel reservations, return flight bookings, financial documents, travel insurance (where applicable), and all required supporting paperwork. Our experienced consultants carefully review every application to help minimize errors, reduce delays, and ensure your documentation meets the applicable tourist visa requirements. We are committed to delivering transparent, reliable, and client-focused assistance throughout your Turkey Tourist Visa application process. While the final decision on visa approval rests solely with the Turkish immigration authorities, our goal is to help you submit a complete, accurate, and well-prepared Turkey Tourist Visa application with confidence.