Do I need a visa for Turkey? It depends on your passport: citizens of 97 countries and territories, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, China and most of the EU, can visit Türkiye without a visa, while others need an e-Visa or a visa from a Turkish embassy. Select your nationality below to see the official rule that applies to you.
Ordinary passports. Source: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, checked 13 October 2026.
The checker and the lists on this page are based on the visa information published by the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs for each nationality, checked on 13 October 2026. They cover ordinary passports and short visits for tourism or business. Diplomatic, official and service passports often follow different rules.
Key points
- 97 nationalities are visa-exempt, usually for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
- 20 nationalities can get an e-Visa online at evisa.gov.tr without conditions.
- 12 nationalities, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and the Philippines, can get an e-Visa only with a valid Schengen, US, UK or Irish visa or residence permit.
- 67 nationalities need a visa from a Turkish embassy or consulate.
- For Algeria, Egypt, Iraq and Libya the rule depends on the traveller’s age.
Do I Need a Visa for Turkey? The Four Situations
| Your situation | What it means | Number of nationalities |
|---|---|---|
| Visa-exempt | Travel with your passport; stay within the permitted period | 97 |
| e-Visa | Apply online at evisa.gov.tr before travel | 20 |
| Conditional e-Visa | e-Visa only if you hold a valid Schengen, US, UK or Irish visa or residence permit; otherwise apply at a consulate | 12 |
| Visa required | Apply at a Turkish embassy or consulate | 67 |
| Age-based rules | Visa-exempt or e-Visa depending on age | 4 |
Turkey Visa Requirements by Nationality
These are the questions we are asked most often. Each answer reflects the Ministry of Foreign Affairs rule for ordinary passports.
Do Americans need a visa for Turkey?
No. US citizens with ordinary passports are exempt from visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. There is no e-Visa to buy for a tourist or business visit within that limit.
Do UK citizens need a visa for Turkey?
No, for tourism. UK ordinary passport holders travelling for tourism are exempt for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Holders of British National Overseas, British Subject or British Protected Person passports need a visa from a Turkish mission.
Do Canadians and Australians need a visa for Turkey?
No. Canadian ordinary passport holders are exempt for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Australian ordinary passport holders are exempt for tourist visits and transit for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Turkey?
No, since 2 January 2026. Ordinary passport holders of the People’s Republic of China are exempt from visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Do EU citizens need a visa for Turkey?
No. Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands and the other EU states are on the visa-exempt list, generally for up to 90 days (in most cases within any 180-day period). Southern Cyprus (the Greek Cypriot Administration) is the exception: its citizens need an e-Visa or a visa from a Turkish mission.
Do Indians need a visa for Turkey?
Yes. Indian ordinary passport holders can get a single-entry e-Visa valid for one month only if they hold a valid Schengen, US, UK or Irish visa or residence permit; otherwise they apply for a sticker visa. See our full guide to the Turkey visa for Indians.
Do Pakistanis need a visa for Turkey?
Yes. Pakistani ordinary passport holders with a valid Schengen, US, UK or Irish visa or residence permit can get a one-month single-entry e-Visa; others apply at a Turkish mission. See our guide to the Turkey e-Visa for Pakistani citizens.
Do Bangladeshi and Filipino citizens need a visa for Turkey?
Yes. Both can get a single-entry e-Visa (30 days for the Philippines, one month for Bangladesh) only with a valid Schengen, US, UK or Irish visa or residence permit. Without one, apply at a Turkish embassy or consulate.
Do Nigerians need a visa for Turkey?
Yes. Nigerian ordinary passport holders are required to have a visa and should apply at a Turkish embassy or consulate. The e-Visa is not available to them under the Ministry’s current rules.
Do South Africans need a visa for Turkey?
Yes. South African ordinary passport holders can get a one-month single-entry e-Visa online, or a three-month multiple-entry visa from a Turkish mission.
Do Egyptians need a visa for Turkey?
Yes, but the route depends on age. Egyptians under 15 or over 45 can get an e-Visa without additional conditions. Those aged 15 to 45 can get a 30-day single-entry e-Visa only with a valid Schengen, US, UK or Irish visa or residence permit and when flying with Turkish Airlines, AJet, Pegasus, Egypt Air or Air Cairo.
Do Iraqis need a visa for Turkey?
It depends on age. Iraqi ordinary passport holders under 15 or over 50 are visa-exempt for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Those aged 15 to 50 need a visa, or an e-Visa if they hold a valid Schengen, US, UK or Irish visa or residence permit.
Do Iranians, Russians and Gulf citizens need a visa for Turkey?
No. Iranian ordinary passport holders are exempt for up to 90 days; Russian ordinary passport holders for tourist and business trips of up to 60 days; Saudi, Emirati, Qatari, Kuwaiti, Bahraini and Omani ordinary passport holders for up to 90 days (within 180 days or six months, depending on the country).
Do Mexicans need a visa for Turkey?
Yes. Mexican ordinary passport holders can get a 30-day single-entry e-Visa online, or a 90-day multiple-entry visa from a Turkish mission.
Full Lists by Category
Visa-exempt nationalities (97)
Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR passport), Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macao (SAR passport), Malaysia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, North Macedonia, Northern Cyprus (TRNC), Norway, Oman, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vatican, Venezuela.
e-Visa available online (20)
Antigua and Barbuda, Armenia, Bahamas, Barbados, Dominican Republic, Fiji, Grenada, Jamaica, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Namibia, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Southern Cyprus (Greek Cypriot Administration), Suriname, Taiwan, Timor-Leste, Vietnam.
e-Visa only with a supporting visa or residence permit (12)
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cape Verde, Equatorial Guinea, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Senegal, Sri Lanka, Yemen.
Visa required from a Turkish mission (67)
Angola, Benin, Bhutan, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Democratic Republic), Congo (Republic), Cuba, Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Dominica, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Kenya, Kiribati, Laos, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Micronesia, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nauru, Niger, Nigeria, North Korea, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Samoa, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, São Tomé and Príncipe, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Age-based rules (4)
Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Libya.
Stay periods differ within the visa-exempt group: most nationalities can stay up to 90 days, some up to 60 or 30 days. Use the checker above for the exact rule.
Rules That Apply to Everyone
- The 90/180 rule: under Law No. 6458, the stay granted by a visa or visa exemption cannot exceed 90 days in any 180 days (Art. 11(1)). Overstaying leads to fines and can lead to an entry ban; see our Turkey overstay fine guide.
- Purpose of travel: the e-Visa and visa exemptions are for tourism and business visits. Work, study and other purposes require a visa from a Turkish mission; see our overview of Turkish visa types.
- Passport validity: the Ministry advises a passport valid for at least six months from your arrival date.
- Official website only: apply for an e-Visa only at evisa.gov.tr. For costs, see our guide to the Turkey e-Visa fee.
- Staying longer: to stay beyond your permitted period, apply for a short-term residence permit before it ends.
- Refused? If your visa application is refused, see our guide to the Turkey visa refusal letter.
Travelling the other way? Our list of Turkish passport visa free countries shows where Turkish citizens can go without a visa.
Do I Need a Visa for Turkey: FAQ
Do US citizens need a visa for Turkey?
No. Under a presidential decree published in the Official Gazette on 23 December 2023, US citizens can visit Turkey without a visa for tourism, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. You still need a valid passport.
Can US citizens stay in Turkey longer than 90 days?
Not on the visa exemption. To stay longer, apply for a residence permit through e-İkamet before your 90 days run out. See our guide to the short-term residence permit.
Do Americans need a visa to work or study in Turkey?
Yes. The visa-free entry covers tourist visits only. Working requires a Turkey work permit, and studying requires a student visa followed by a student residence permit.
Do I need a visa for Turkey as a tourist?
It depends on your nationality. Citizens of the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, China, the EU and many other countries are visa-exempt for short tourist visits; others need an e-Visa or a consular visa. Use the checker on this page to see your rule.
Do US citizens need a visa for Turkey?
No. US ordinary passport holders are exempt from visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Can I get a visa on arrival in Turkey?
Only for a few nationalities. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ordinary passport holders of Antigua and Barbuda, the Dominican Republic and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines can also obtain a visa on arrival at Turkish ports of entry. Most other travellers must be visa-exempt, hold an e-Visa obtained before departure, or hold a visa from a Turkish mission, according to their nationality.
How long can I stay in Turkey without a visa?
Most visa-exempt nationalities can stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period; some are limited to 60 or 30 days. The total stay with a visa or visa exemption cannot exceed 90 days in any 180 days.
Can I work in Turkey on a visa exemption or e-Visa?
No. The e-Visa and visa exemptions cover tourism and business visits only. Work requires a work visa and work permit.
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Turkey?
No. Irish ordinary passport holders are exempt from visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Do I still have to pay a fee to enter Turkey?
Not if your nationality is visa-exempt. US, UK, Canadian, Australian, Irish and most EU ordinary passport holders pay no visa or entry fee for a short tourist visit. Fees apply only where an e-Visa or consular visa is required; see our Turkey e-Visa fee guide.
Sources
Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Visa Information for Foreigners, checked on 13 October 2026; Law No. 6458 on Foreigners and International Protection. This page is general information, not legal advice; visa rules change, so confirm with the official sources before you travel.