Medical Visa to Turkey, or Treatment Visa:

Turkey is no longer just a tourist destination — it has also become a destination for many countries' citizens seeking medical treatment, recuperative care, or even cosmetic and supplementary procedures such as hair transplants, dental implants, or gastric sleeve surgery. Why Turkey? Because of the extensive experience it has gained in this field and its trained medical staff, in addition to the encouragement of the Turkish government and its support for the medical sector and excellent infrastructure. On top of that, there's the moderate, affordable pricing compared to the quality of the services provided.

If you want medical tourism, or to receive treatment that isn't available in your home country or country of residence, this article is for you — to learn the procedures and steps you need to follow to obtain a medical treatment visa in Turkey and stay legally and officially during your treatment period, without obstacles.

We review the most important points related to the medical visa to Turkey according to the following table of contents:

-What Are the Types of Turkish Medical Treatment Visas

-What Documents Are Required to Obtain the Medical Treatment Visa to Turkey

-The Application Process for Obtaining the Medical Treatment Visa to Turkey

-What Are the Costs of Obtaining the Medical Treatment Visa to Turkey

-How Long Is the Medical Treatment Visa to Turkey Valid For

What Are the Types of Turkish Medical Treatment Visas?

• The electronic medical treatment visa to Turkey, which you obtain online through the Turkish e-Visa website run by the Turkish government.

• The regular medical treatment visa, which is obtained by applying in person at Turkish embassies and consulates in your country of residence.

What Documents Are Required to Obtain the Medical Treatment Visa to Turkey?

A letter from the hospital or health center where the patient intends to be treated, detailing the duration of treatment and its full details.

A bank statement for the last six months showing the patient's financial ability to pay for the treatment costs.

• A travel insurance policy covering the period the patient will stay in Turkey.

• A passport valid for at least six months.

• A preliminary hotel booking and flight reservation.

• Two personal photos with a white background.

• A receipt for payment of the visa fee.

• An original color copy of all submitted documents.

The Application Process for Obtaining the Medical Treatment Visa to Turkey:

Regular medical treatment visa at Turkish embassies.

• Book an appointment at the Turkish embassy or consulate in your country of residence, or at their affiliated offices.

• Fill out the application form for the medical visa or treatment visa to Turkey and attach the required documents.

• Submit the file to the officer responsible for visas at the Turkish embassy, consulate, or affiliated offices of the Turkish embassy.

• After approval, the date for receiving the visa and the travel date are set according to the flight ticket.

  
  

The electronic medical treatment visa to Turkey:

• Go to the Turkish e-Visa website to obtain a medical treatment visa.

• Fill in the required information and forms on the website.

• Upload the personal photo and required documents to the website.

• Save the electronic form and submit it for review and approval.

• Within one hour, a verification code will arrive in your email; you will click the approval button, and then pay the medical visa fee.

• After paying the visa fee, a link to download the electronic visa will be sent to you, which you can print before traveling.

  
  

What Are the Costs of Obtaining the Medical Treatment Visa to Turkey?

Costs vary depending on the required duration of the visa and the nationality of the visa applicant. They generally range between 60 US dollars and 190 US dollars, and the visa can be granted for a period of one month to three months, depending on how much time you need for treatment in Turkey. Of course, the amounts mentioned above are for the visa fee only and do not include additional costs such as travel insurance, flight ticket booking, and hotel reservations.

How Long Is the Medical Treatment Visa to Turkey Valid For?

The duration of the medical treatment visa to Turkey varies depending on the type of treatment and how much time it requires, and it is mainly tied to the medical report and the invitation sent by the hospital or medical center where the treatment will be received. It is generally granted for a period of one month to three months. If the patient needs to stay longer because the treatment is ongoing or has not been completed, they can apply for a short-term residence permit in Turkey for medical treatment, attaching the necessary reports and documents provided by the hospital, in order to obtain a residence permit matching the treatment duration set by the hospital.

**This was the most important information regarding the medical treatment visa in Turkey. You can contact us at any time for additional information and to prepare your visa file with Hallak Turkey Services Company. Years of experience and expertise are at your fingertips.