Tourist Visa to Turkey

An Overview of the Turkish Visa, or Visas in General

A visa is prior authorization for foreign nationals to enter the territory of a given country, whether for tourism or other purposes. Turkey allows citizens of certain countries to enter without a visa — for example, Jordan and Lebanon — or with an e-visa applied for online, as with Egyptian citizens, subject to an age requirement, or a visa on arrival upon entering Turkey, as with Canadian citizens. The most common type among citizens of Arab countries is the standard sticker visa, applied for at the diplomatic mission — the Turkish embassy or consulate — in the country where the applicant wishes to apply. This requires a prior appointment and is subject to certain requirements and conditions; it may be approved or it may be refused. You can consult our articles section and the section dedicated to the Turkish visa for comprehensive, complete details and all the information needed to increase your chances of approval.

Naturally, Turkey is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations, whether in summer or winter, thanks to its mild climate, reasonable prices, and ease of access through airports as well as land and sea border crossings. We should not forget its distinctive climatic diversity, with mountains, forests, seas, and rivers — in addition to its rich historical heritage.

Tourist Visa to Turkey — Paper Application at Diplomatic Missions

This is a visa for tourism purposes to Turkey, which may be granted for a period ranging from 15 to 90 days. It can be obtained as a single-entry or multiple-entry visa, and its validity ranges between 3 months and one year.

Required documents:

• A passport valid for more than 6 months.

• A bank statement showing financial capability.

• A leave-of-absence letter from work, if the applicant is employed.

• Travel insurance, a dummy flight reservation, and a dummy hotel reservation (you can request these through us, Hallak Turkey Services).

• A certificate of no criminal record from your home country may sometimes be requested.

• Also note the embassy interview appointment (which can also be requested through Hallak Turkey Services).

• Recent biometric photos specific to the Turkish visa.

• A tourism itinerary for the requested visa period may be requested (you can request the itinerary through Hallak Turkey).

The Special Visa for Syrians

Hallak Turkey handles the entire visa file for Syrians from A to Z, including:

• Turkish embassy appointments

• Travel insurance

• Flight booking

• Hotel booking

• The invitation letter drawn up at the notary

• Obtaining the required documents from Turkey (certificate of no criminal record and address registration)

• Translation of all required documents

Some Additional Documents That May Be Requested to Enter Turkey

Because of the coronavirus pandemic, travelers may be asked to show a negative PCR test taken within the last 24 hours, or a vaccination certificate showing at least two doses, before boarding their flight to Turkey. You can confirm this requirement with the airline you are flying with after booking your ticket.

If entering for the first time, travelers may be required to fill out an online form and keep it as a PDF copy — this is a declaration of your place of residence in Turkey, whether a hotel, a friend's apartment, or a relative's home.

What Types of Tourist Visas Are There to Turkey?

There is more than one type of tourist visa, and they vary depending on the agreements and understandings between countries, as well as the nationality and age of the traveler wishing to visit Turkey for tourism.

The Electronic Visa (e-Visa) to Enter Turkey

This can be obtained through the Turkish government's e-Visa website. The process takes only minutes, and payment is made by credit/debit card. The visa document is sent to your email, and it is advisable to print a paper copy of it. This type of visa is available to nationals of more than 90 countries, and can be obtained as a single-entry or multiple-entry visa, valid for a period ranging from 30 to 90 days.

Visa on Arrival at the Airport to Enter Turkey

This is available to citizens of a number of countries, namely: Armenia, Spain, Australia, Antigua and Barbuda, Estonia, Bahrain, Portugal, Greek Cypriots, Mexico, the United States of America, Barbados, Bermuda, Belgium, Jamaica, the Maldives, the Dominican Republic, Dominica, Saint Vincent, Oman, Grenada, Croatia, Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Mauritius, Haiti, the Netherlands, and Hong Kong. North Korean citizens may also obtain a visa on arrival, provided they hold a valid Schengen visa or valid residence in a Schengen country.

A Frequently Asked Question

Question: I am a citizen of a nationality that requires a visa to enter Turkey, and I hold a visa to another country, but my flight has a transit stop in Turkey. Do I need a visa to enter Turkey?

Answer: Yes, you must apply to the Turkish diplomatic missions abroad — embassies and consulates — to obtain a transit visa; otherwise you will be sent back from Turkey and will not be allowed to continue your journey.

At Hallak Turkey Services Company, we provide you with everything related to applying for a Turkish visa, preparing the file, and all the required bookings and appointments — whether for the Turkish visa or for preparing Schengen visa files. We have years of experience in this field and very high approval rates for applicants who meet the requirements. Save time and effort, and get the most accurate and highest-quality service.