Turkish passport visa free countries number 71 for holders of an ordinary (burgundy) Turkish passport, with visa on arrival available in another 15, according to the official list of the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs checked on 13 October 2026. This guide sets out the full list by category, the maximum stay in each country, and the conditions that catch travellers out, such as ID-card entry, age rules and transit visas.
Ordinary (burgundy) passport, tourist single-entry trips. Source: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, checked 13 October 2026.
Key points
- 71 destinations are visa-free for ordinary Turkish passports.
- 15 offer a visa on arrival at the border or airport.
- 15 require an e-visa or online authorisation before you fly.
- 94 require a visa in advance, including all Schengen states, the UK, the US, Canada, Australia and the UAE.
- The rules apply to single-entry tourist trips only; work, study and long stays need a visa.
Contents
- Turkish passport visa free countries at a glance
- Visa-free countries for Turkish passport holders
- Visa on arrival
- e-Visa and online travel authorisation
- Countries where Turkish citizens need a visa
- Special cases and ID-card travel
- Green, grey and black passports
- Before you travel
- How foreigners obtain a Turkish passport
- Frequently asked questions
Turkish Passport Visa Free Countries at a Glance
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Dışişleri Bakanlığı) publishes the visa regime that each country applies to Turkish citizens. We grouped its 197 country entries into five categories for the ordinary passport:
| Category | Number of destinations | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Visa-free | 71 | Enter with a valid passport, within the stated stay limit |
| Visa on arrival | 15 | Visa or entry stamp issued at the border or airport |
| e-Visa / online authorisation | 15 | Apply online before departure |
| Visa required | 94 | Apply at the embassy or consulate in advance |
| Special conditions | 2 | Iraq (age-based rule) and Palestine (Israeli visa needed) |
Combined, ordinary Turkish passport holders can travel to 86 destinations without applying for a visa in advance, and to 101 if online authorisations are counted.
Visa-Free Countries for Turkish Passport Holders
The table lists every country and territory that admits ordinary Turkish passport holders without a visa, with the maximum stay stated by the Ministry. “90 days in 180” means you may stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Show all 71 visa-free countries and stay limits
| Country / territory | Maximum stay | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Albania | 90 days | – |
| Angola | 30 days | – |
| Antigua and Barbuda | 90 days | – |
| Argentina | 90 days | – |
| Azerbaijan | 90 days | Entry with a Turkish ID card is also possible on direct trips from Türkiye |
| Bahamas | Not stated | – |
| Barbados | Up to 6 months | – |
| Belarus | 30 days | Maximum 90 days in a year |
| Belize | 90 days | – |
| Bolivia | 90 days | – |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 90 days in 180 | – |
| Botswana | 90 days in 365 | – |
| Brazil | 90 days | – |
| Brunei | 30 days | – |
| Chile | 90 days | – |
| Colombia | 90 days | – |
| Costa Rica | 30 days | Extendable to 90 days on timely application |
| Dominica | 21 days | – |
| Ecuador | 90 days in 180 | Tourist trips |
| El Salvador | 90 days | – |
| Fiji | 90 days | – |
| Georgia | Up to 1 year | ID card also accepted; mandatory travel insurance (min. GEL 30,000) since 1 January 2026 |
| Guatemala | 90 days | – |
| Honduras | 90 days | – |
| Hong Kong | 90 days | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months |
| Indonesia | 30 days | Online arrival declaration (QR code) required within 72 hours before arrival |
| Iran | 90 days | – |
| Jamaica | 90 days | – |
| Japan | 90 days | – |
| Jordan | 90 days in 180 | – |
| Kazakhstan | 90 days in 180 | – |
| Kosovo | 90 days in 180 | – |
| Kyrgyzstan | 90 days in 180 | – |
| Lebanon | 90 days in 180 | – |
| Macao | 30 days | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months |
| Malaysia | 90 days | Free tourist entry permit stamped on arrival |
| Mauritius | 30 days | Temporary entry ban for travellers who were in DR Congo, Uganda or South Sudan in the previous 21 days |
| Moldova | 90 days | – |
| Mongolia | 30 days | – |
| Montenegro | 30 days | – |
| Morocco | 90 days | – |
| Nicaragua | 90 days | – |
| North Macedonia | 90 days | – |
| Northern Cyprus (TRNC) | 90 days | Turkish ID card also accepted |
| Oman | 30 days per visit | Maximum 90 days in 180 |
| Palau | Not stated | – |
| Panama | 3 months | – |
| Paraguay | 90 days | – |
| Peru | 90 days in 180 | – |
| Philippines | 30 days | – |
| Qatar | 90 days in 180 | – |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | 90 days in 180 | – |
| Saint Lucia | 6 weeks | – |
| Samoa | 90 days | – |
| Serbia | 90 days in 180 | – |
| Seychelles | See notes | Online travel authorisation (TA) required before travel |
| Singapore | 30 days | Extendable to 90 days on approval |
| South Korea | 90 days | K-ETA registration required before travel |
| Syria | See notes | Border fee payable on arrival |
| São Tomé and Príncipe | 15 days | – |
| Thailand | 30 days | From 15 September 2026; Thailand Digital Arrival Card required 3 days before arrival |
| Tonga | 30 days | – |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 30 days | – |
| Tunisia | 90 days | – |
| Tuvalu | 30 days | – |
| Ukraine | 90 days in 180 | Biometric ID card also accepted when travelling from Türkiye |
| Uruguay | 90 days | – |
| Uzbekistan | 30 days | Registration required for stays over 3 days |
| Vanuatu | 30 days | – |
| Venezuela | 90 days | Tourist trips |
| Zambia | 30 days | Extendable twice by 30 days up to 90 days |
Notable visa-free destinations
These include Georgia, Azerbaijan, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, North Macedonia, Japan, South Korea (K-ETA required), Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Brazil, Argentina, Qatar, Jordan, Morocco and Tunisia.
Visa on Arrival for Turkish Citizens
In these countries you do not need to apply in advance; the visa or entry stamp is issued at the border or airport. Carry cash for any fee and evidence of return travel.
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| Country / territory | Maximum stay | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cambodia | 30 days | Visa at the border, or e-visa at evisa.gov.kh |
| Comoros | See notes | Visa at the border |
| Dominican Republic | 30 days | Visa available at the airport |
| Egypt | See notes | Visa at the border |
| Eswatini | 30 days | Free visa stamp at the border |
| Haiti | 90 days | Tourist card at the airport (USD 10) |
| Kuwait | 90 days | Free visa at the border |
| Madagascar | See notes | Visa at the border |
| Maldives | 30 days | Free visa at the border |
| Namibia | See notes | Visa on arrival or online (visa on arrival e-service); passport valid 6 months |
| Nepal | See notes | Visa at the border |
| Somalia | See notes | Visa at the border |
| South Africa | 30 days | Free visa stamp at the border |
| Sudan | See notes | Visa at all border gates |
| Timor-Leste | 30 days | Visa issued at the border |
e-Visa and Online Travel Authorisation
These countries require an online application before departure. Apply only through the official government website and keep a printed copy of the approval.
Show all 15 e-visa / online authorisation countries
| Country / territory | Maximum stay | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Armenia | See notes | Visa or e-visa before travel |
| Bahrain | 30 days | e-visa before travel |
| Djibouti | See notes | e-visa at evisa.gouv.dj |
| Kenya | See notes | Paid electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travel |
| Libya | See notes | Visa applications only via evisa.gov.ly |
| Mauritania | See notes | e-visa at anrpts.gov.mr before travel |
| Mexico | 30 days | Single-entry e-visa, air travel only |
| Mozambique | See notes | Apply at evisa.gov.mz, then collect the visa at the border |
| Russia | 30 days | Single-entry e-visa, apply at least 4 days before entry |
| Saudi Arabia | 90 days in 365 | Tourist e-visa online or at airport e-visa kiosks; does not cover Hajj |
| Sri Lanka | 30 days | Free online ETA before arrival (since 25 May 2026) |
| Taiwan | 30 days | Free single-entry e-visa; visa on arrival ended 15 January 2026 |
| Tanzania | See notes | e-visa at visa.immigration.go.tz or visa at the border |
| Vietnam | See notes | e-visa at evisa.immigration.gov.vn |
| Zimbabwe | See notes | e-visa available; arrival form required |
Countries Where Turkish Citizens Need a Visa
Schengen area (29 states)
A Schengen visa is required for: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland. A Schengen visa also covers the Vatican, while Andorra has no direct access and requires a double- or multiple-entry Schengen visa. Belgium, the Netherlands and Norway may additionally require an airport transit visa.
Other countries requiring a visa (65)
Show all 65 other countries requiring a visa
Afghanistan, Algeria, Andorra, Australia, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Canada, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Cuba, Côte d'Ivoire, DR Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, India, Ireland, Israel, Kiribati, Laos, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Mali, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Monaco, Myanmar, Nauru, New Zealand, Niger, Nigeria, North Korea, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Sudan, Southern Cyprus (Greek Cypriot Administration), Suriname, Tajikistan, Togo, Turkmenistan, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Yemen.
Some of these countries operate their own e-visa portals, but the Ministry classifies them as requiring a visa. Confirm the application route with the destination country’s mission before booking.
Special Cases and ID-Card Travel
- Iraq: ordinary passport holders under 15 or over 50 are visa-free for 30 days; travellers aged 15 to 50 need a visa.
- Palestine: there is no Palestinian visa, but entry via Israel requires an Israeli visa (entry to Gaza via Egypt is the exception).
- ID-card travel: Georgia and Northern Cyprus (TRNC) accept the Turkish ID card; Azerbaijan accepts it on direct trips from Türkiye; Ukraine accepts the biometric ID card when travelling from Türkiye.
- Georgia: travel insurance with minimum cover of GEL 30,000 has been mandatory since 1 January 2026.
- Transit visas: the United Kingdom may require a transit visa, and Belgium, the Netherlands and Norway may require an airport transit visa.
- Health-related bans: Mauritius temporarily refuses entry to foreigners who were in DR Congo, Uganda or South Sudan in the previous 21 days.
Green, Grey and Black Turkish Passports
Türkiye issues four passport types: ordinary (burgundy), special (green), service (grey) and diplomatic (black). Many states that require a visa for the ordinary passport waive it for green, grey or black passports. Russia, for example, admits special and service passport holders visa-free for 30 days, while ordinary passport holders need an e-visa. The lists above cover the ordinary passport only.
Before You Travel
- Passport validity: many countries require at least six months’ validity on arrival; Hong Kong, Macao and Namibia state this explicitly.
- Schengen passport rule: the passport must have been issued within the previous ten years and remain valid for three months after your planned departure.
- Damaged passports: torn pages or water damage can lead to refusal of boarding; renew a damaged passport before travel.
- Purpose of travel: visa-free entry covers tourism only. Work, study and long stays require the correct visa or permit.
- Rules change: check the Ministry page and the destination’s embassy shortly before departure.
How Foreigners Obtain a Turkish Passport
A Turkish passport is issued only to Turkish citizens. Foreign nationals can qualify through citizenship by investment, marriage to a Turkish citizen, Turkish descent or long-term residence. Our guide on how to get Turkish citizenship compares each route, and getting a Turkish passport after citizenship explains the application once citizenship is granted.
If you are considering citizenship for travel or residence purposes, our Turkish citizenship lawyers can assess your eligibility and handle the application from start to finish.
Visiting Türkiye on a foreign passport? Our Do I need a visa for Turkey checker shows the entry rule for every nationality.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries can Turkish passport holders visit visa-free?
According to the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs list checked on 13 October 2026, holders of an ordinary Turkish passport can enter 71 countries and territories without a visa and get a visa on arrival in 15 more. A further 15 destinations require an e-visa or online travel authorisation before departure.
Can Turkish citizens travel to Europe without a visa?
No. All Schengen states, including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Greece and the Netherlands, require a Schengen visa for ordinary Turkish passport holders. Non-Schengen European countries such as Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Kosovo, Moldova, Georgia, Ukraine and Belarus are visa-free.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for the UK, US, Canada or Australia?
Yes. The United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland all require a visa for ordinary Turkish passport holders. The UK may also require a transit visa unless the transit-without-visa conditions are met.
Which countries accept a Turkish ID card instead of a passport?
The Ministry list states that Turkish citizens can travel to Georgia, Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and, on direct trips from Türkiye, Azerbaijan and Ukraine with a Turkish ID card. Ukraine requires the new biometric (chip) ID card.
Does a green or grey Turkish passport give more visa-free access?
Often, yes. Many countries waive visas for special (green), service (grey) and diplomatic (black) passports while requiring a visa for the ordinary burgundy passport. This guide covers the ordinary passport only; holders of other passports should check the Ministry list for the destination.
Does visa-free entry allow me to work or study?
No. The Ministry states that the information applies only to single-entry tourist travel. Study, work, multiple-entry or long-term stays require a visa or permit obtained through the destination country's mission.
Source and Disclaimer
Source: Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs, visa requirements for Turkish citizens, checked on 13 October 2026. The Ministry notes that the information applies only to single-entry tourist visas. This article is general information, not legal advice; visa rules change frequently, so confirm with the destination country’s mission before travelling.