Turkey Transit Visa
The Turkey Transit Visa covers two related situations. First, a standard Single Transit Visa allows a traveller to pass through Turkey en route to another destination, generally involving a single entry. Second, and specifically relevant to certain nationalities, an Airport Transit e-Visa is required for travellers transiting through Istanbul’s airports on their way to select destination countries — Mexico, Panama, Colombia, or Venezuela — even if they do not leave the airport’s international transit area. This requirement applies to nationals of India, Afghanistan, Nepal, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Chad, Somalia, Cameroon, Mauritania, and Yemen. As with every Turkey Visa category, the final decision on approval and admission rests solely with Turkish immigration authorities.
Eligibility
You may need a standard Single Transit Visa if:
- You need to pass through Turkey to reach a third country, and your routing requires clearing Turkish passport control or leaving the airport transit area.
You may need the Airport Transit e-Visa specifically if:
- You hold a passport from India, Afghanistan, Nepal, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Chad, Somalia, Cameroon, Mauritania, or Yemen.
- You are transiting through an Istanbul airport en route to Mexico, Panama, Colombia, or Venezuela — this requirement applies even if you remain within the international transit area and do not formally enter Turkey.
Travellers whose connections do not fall under either scenario above, and who are not otherwise required to hold a Turkish visa for their nationality, may be able to transit without a separate visa — always confirm your specific routing requirements before booking.
Government Visa Fees
| Category | Fee |
| Airport Transit e-Visa | Fee set on the official e-Visa portal — confirm current amount at evisa.gov.tr |
| Standard Single Transit Visa (sticker, via embassy/consulate) | Fee varies by nationality — confirm with the relevant Turkish embassy or consulate |
Fees are non-refundable, whatever the decision on the application.
Processing Time
The Airport Transit e-Visa, where applicable, is generally processed online in a similar timeframe to the standard e-Visa — typically within minutes to 24–48 hours of a complete submission. The standard sticker Single Transit Visa, applied for at a Turkish embassy or consulate, can take longer and should be arranged well in advance of travel, particularly since transit visas are tied to specific flight connections.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
For the Airport Transit e-Visa (where applicable):
- Confirm whether your nationality and destination country require the Airport Transit e-Visa for transiting through an Istanbul airport.
- Visit the official portal, evisa.gov.tr, and complete the online application.
- Upload your passport and onward travel details.
- Pay the applicable fee online.
- Receive your Airport Transit e-Visa by email and present it, along with your passport, during your transit.
For the standard Single Transit Visa:
- Confirm your specific routing requires a Turkish transit visa.
- Complete the visa application form.
- Submit your application, along with your onward ticket and other documents, at the Turkish embassy or consulate.
- Pay the applicable visa fee.
- Collect your passport with the visa once processed.
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Applying for a Turkey Transit Visa requires accurate documentation, a valid travel itinerary, 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 transit visa application forms, passport documentation, confirmed onward travel tickets, destination country visa or entry permit (where applicable), travel itinerary, 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 transit visa requirements. We are committed to delivering transparent, reliable, and client-focused assistance throughout your Turkey Transit 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 Transit Visa application with confidence.