Planning a trip to Turkey? This guide covers exactly who needs a visa, what it costs, how long it takes and where to apply — using figures from Turkey's official immigration authorities, including which nationalities can enter visa-free.
Quick answer
Most visitors to Turkey need e-visa, with an official government fee of USD 43 approx (incl. service fee).
Turkey visa at a glance
| Visa required? | Yes, for many nationalities |
|---|---|
| Main visa type | e-Visa |
| Government fee | USD 43 approx (incl. service fee) |
| Processing time | Usually within minutes |
| Validity | 180 days to enter from issue; 30-day stay, single entry |
| Permitted stay | 30 days |
| Where to apply | https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/ |
| HolidaySG assistance fee | S$50 per applicant (usually S$100) |
Who needs a visa for Turkey?
Visa-free: 90 days in 180: Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, USA, UK, EU (most), Russia, Brazil, Argentina, UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Kazakhstan, Thailand (30) etc.
e-Visa: Indian passport holders who hold a valid visa or residence permit for Schengen, USA, UK or Ireland
Sticker Tourist Visa (in-person): Indian passport holders who do NOT hold a Schengen/US/UK/Ireland visa
Turkey visa options, fees and processing times
| Option | Official fee | Max stay | Processing | Where to apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa exemption | Free | 90 days in any 180 (30 for some) | On arrival | No application |
| e-Visa | USD 43 approx (incl. service fee) | 30 days | Usually within minutes | https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/ |
| Sticker Tourist Visa (in-person) | Consular fee plus service-centre fee | 90 days | Several working days | https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/ |
Documents required
For the e-Visa:
- Passport valid 6+ months with a blank page
- Valid Schengen/US/UK/Ireland visa or residence permit
- Return ticket
- Hotel reservation
- Proof of sufficient funds
How to apply
- Check your requirement by nationality (table below) or use our checker.
- e-Visa: https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/ — allow Usually within minutes.
- Sticker Tourist Visa (in-person): https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/ — allow Several working days.
- Keep your approval/receipt with your passport; carry proof of accommodation, onward travel and funds.
Turkey visa for children and families
Children usually need their own visa or entry authorisation, even infants. For family applications, prepare each traveller's passport and photo, and add birth certificates for minors and, where a child travels with one parent or a guardian, a consent letter. Applying for the whole family together keeps travel dates and reference numbers consistent.
Common mistakes, delays and rejection reasons
From handling Turkey visa applications, these are the issues that most often cause delays or refusals. Avoiding them is the single biggest thing you can control:
- Passport validity: many countries require at least six months' validity beyond your travel dates — renew early if yours is close.
- Insufficient proof of funds: bank statements that are too thin, too new, or not in your name are a common reason for delays. Show a stable balance over the last 3–6 months.
- Photo specification errors: wrong size, background colour, glasses or a smile can bounce an application. Follow the exact spec for Turkey.
- Applying too late: submit well before departure — allow the full processing window plus a buffer, not the minimum.
- Mismatched documents: names, dates and passport numbers must match exactly across your form, flight and hotel bookings.
- Weak ties to your home country: employment letters, leave approval and return bookings help show you intend to return.
- Prior overstays or refusals: declare them honestly; hiding history causes more problems than the history itself.
Practical timeline: application → approval → travel
- 6–8 weeks before travel: check your passport validity, confirm your requirement, and start gathering documents.
- 3–4 weeks before: book refundable flights and accommodation (immigration may ask for these), then submit your Turkey application.
- Processing: allow Usually within minutes. Do not make non-refundable bookings until approved.
- On approval: print/save the approval, keep it with your passport, and complete any arrival card before you fly.
Before you travel to Turkey
- Onward or return ticket: carry proof — airlines and immigration can ask for it.
- Funds: have evidence of enough money for your stay (card and some TRY (Turkish Lira)).
- Travel insurance: strongly recommended, and mandatory for some destinations.
- Copies: keep a digital and paper copy of your visa/approval and passport photo page.
Good to know
- Passport validity rule strictly enforced.
- Nationals not eligible for e-Visa apply at a Turkish consulate (sticker visa, ~US$60+).
Turkey visa requirements by nationality
| Passport | Requirement | Max stay |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Turkey visa?
e-Visa: USD 43 approx (incl. service fee). HolidaySG's assistance fee is a separate flat S$50.
How long does it take?
e-Visa: Usually within minutes.
Apply for your Turkey visa with HolidaySG
Flat S$50 assistance fee per applicant (usually S$100) — official government fee: Free (exempt) · e-Visa: USD 43 · Sticker Tourist Visa: Consular fee plus service-centre fee. We check your eligibility, send a personalised document checklist, complete the forms and track your application until the outcome.
Things to do once your Turkey visa is sorted
Popular experiences in Turkey you can book on HolidaySG:
- Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye — from EUR 28
- Istanbul Classics Tour — from EUR 155
- Paragliding Experience in Fethiye & Oludeniz — from EUR 134
- Pirate Boat Trip in Alanya with Lunch — from EUR 11
- Quad Safari through Rose Sword and Love Valleys — from EUR 39
- Salda Lake and Pamukkale Full-Day Guided Tour from Antalya — from EUR 50
Official sources
- MFA Türkiye — verified 16 August 2026
- Republic of Türkiye e-Visa (MFA) — verified 19 August 2026
Last updated 20 August 2026. Written and reviewed by the HolidaySG visa team and checked against the official sources above (facts verified 19 August 2026). Visa rules change and depend on your passport, residence and purpose of travel — always confirm with the official source before booking, or use our visa checker. HolidaySG re-confirms current requirements at the time of your application.