Turkey visa application and requirements

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Turkey Visa

Turkey visa

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A visa is required for this destination.

Fill out Turkey Tourist E-visa application form online

COVID-19 / Health Insurance for travel to Turkey

    Unfortunately, at this time VisaHQ does not provide service for

    A visa is not required for this destination.

    Additional information
    • For Minors Traveling Without Both Parents
    • Visas to Turkey are electronic. No documents need to be mailed to VisaHQ for processing.You will receive your electronic visa via e-mail.
    • Visas to Turkey are electronic. No documents need to be mailed to VisaHQ for processing.You will receive your electronic visa via e-mail.

    Turkey Tourist E-visa fees for citizens of Canada

    Type of visaValidityProcessingEmbassy feeService feeHST (13%)Total cost
    30 days Single EntryUp to 180 daysSame day79.00CAD92.00CAD0.00CAD171.00CAD
    Multiple entry (90 days stay)Up to 180 daysNext business day82.00CAD79.00CAD0.00CAD161.00CAD
    30 days
    stay
    Single Entry
    entries
    Up to 180 days
    Validity
    Same day
    to get your visa
    171.00CAD
    price starts at
    (90 days stay)
    stay
    Multiple entry
    entries
    Up to 180 days
    Validity
    Next business day
    to get your visa
    161.00CAD
    price starts at
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Turkey visa

    • How long before my travel date should I apply for e-Visa?
      You can apply for your e-Visa any time before your travel. However, you are advised to create an e-Visa application at least 48 hours before your departure.
    • Do I need to enter on the exact date specified in my application?
      No. The validity period of your e-Visa begins from the date specified in your application. You can enter on any date within this period.
    • Why do I need to send scanned copies of documents for e-visa, if I already have US Permanent Resident Card or UK Permanent Resident Card?
      No documents are required to process a Turkish eVisa. Any scans requested are to verify information for processing only. If you do not want to provide scans we can process your visa without them but if any information was incorrectly entered your visa may not be usable
    • Why must a round-trip ticket be booked with specific airlines?
      It does not need to be booked with a specific airline unless you are of a certain nationality. If this is requested of your nationality this will appear on the checklist of documents when applying online.
    • How long must my passport be valid for a trip?
      We recommend your passport be valid for 6 months after your travel dates to ensure you do not have any issues.
    • How long is a visa valid for?
      An evisa once issued is valid for 3 months before you travel. Once you present yourself to immigration control at the port of entry, you may be issued with a stay period not exceeding 90 days, which may be renewed for a further 90 days at the immigration headquarters. The maximum number of days a visitor may stay in Kenya is 6 months.
    • How long does it take to get a visa?
      Most Country eVisas are processed same day. If any information is missing from your order there will be a delay while our team reaches out to you to secure this information
    • What is an electronic visa?
      Electronic visas (known as eVisas) are digital versions of standard travel visas. The benefit is that the process is handled entirely online without the need to submit your passport to a consulate for processing. When an electronic visa is issued it is e-mailed to you instead of printed into your passport. We recommend you bring a printed copy of the issued eVisa along with your passport when traveling.

      Turkey Embassy list in United States of America

      Turkey Customs

      Import Regulations Export Regulations Health and Security Contact Customs Authorities
      Allowed
      • Tobacco products(For travelers aged 18 and over): 200 cigarettes and 5 cigarillos (not exceeding 3g each) and 10 cigars and 200 grammes of tobacco (with 200 cigarette papers) or 200 grammes chewing tobacco or 200 grammes of wate-pipe tobacco or 50 grammes of snuff tobacco;
      • Alcoholic beverages(For travelers aged 18 and over): 1 bottle of 1 litre or 2 bottles of 700 ml./750ml. of wine and/or spirits;
      • Perfume5 bottles of perfume (max. 120 ml. each);
      • Gifts
      • Food1kg of coffee; 1kg of instant coffee; 500g of tea; 1kg of chocolate; 1kg food made of sugar;
      • MedicationsFor personal use.
      • Up to the value of EUR 300. (EUR 145. for those aged under 15);
      Restricted
      • Pets and animalsCats and dogs require a good health certificate. Pets may enter as passenger's checked baggage, in the cabin or as cargo.
      Prohibited
      • Firearms and military ammunitions
      • Pharmaceuticals
      • Drugs
      • Meat and dairy products
      • Radioactive substances
      Allowed
      • Tobacco productsTwo kgs/3 cartons of local tobacco products
      • Alcoholic beverages5 kgs of alcoholic beverages/12 bottles of Raki/local drinks
      • FoodFoodstuffs up to a total value of TRY 100, each commodity not to exceed 5 kgs;
      • GiftsArticles up to a value of TRY 5,000. If more is exported, proof is required that foreign currency has been exchanged to the amount in excess of TRY 5,000.
      Restricted
      • SouvenirsThe export of souvenirs such as carpets is subject to customs regulations regarding age and value.
      Prohibited
      • Antiques
      • Grain products
      • Tea
      • Cacao
      • Coffee
      • Spices
      Basic health information for travelers to Turkey
      • A hot and arid environment, any travelers suffering from respiratory problems should bring along any additional required medicine which could be hard to obtain inside the country and should stay in cool sheltered environments wherever possible. Plenty of bottled water and sunscreen are also recommended if travelling during the hot summer months for protection.
      • Outbreaks of diarrhoeal illness occur in Turkey. Travelers to Turkey should practice strict food and water hygiene precautions.
      • All travelers should seek medical advice before travelling to the country and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up to date.
      Basic security information for travelers to Turkey
      • There is a high threat from terrorism in Turkey and a number of terrorist groups remain active in the country. Statements have been made in the press indicating that attacks could take place against tourists or places used by foreigners.
      • Street robbery and pick pocketing are common in the major tourist areas of Istanbul. You should be wary of approaches from strangers offering to change money or offering food and drink, which may be drugged, or offering to take you to a restaurant or nightclub.
      • Smoking on all forms of public transport (trains, ferries and taxis) and in outdoor venues (including stadiums, playgrounds, cafes, bars, and restaurants) is banned which risks being fined if you are caught smoking in a designated smoke-free area.
      • The possession, sale and exportation of antiquities is against the law, as is the use of metal detectors.
      • Dress modestly if visiting a mosque or a religious shrine. It is illegal not to carry some form of photographic ID in Turkey. It is therefore advisable to carry a photocopy of passport at all times.
      • Do not take photographs near military or official installations.Travelers should seek permission before photographing individuals.
      • Homosexuality is not illegal but is not widely tolerated: public displays of affection could result in prosecution for public order offences.
      Turkish Customs contact information
      For further assistance please contact the Turkish Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.

      • Address Maslak Ayazağa mah. Dereboyu sok. Sun Plaza Kat 13, No: 25, Şişli İstanbul, Türkiye
      • Phone +90 212 366 02 45
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      For additional information about travel restrictions, security warnings, political updates, and basic travel guidelines, please contact the nearest Turkish Embassy.

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