Basic requirements for entry to Turkey

Foreign nationals require a valid and accepted travel document, with a minimum validity of 6 months, in order to enter Turkey.

For further or detailed information, please visit www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa.

As of April 17, 2013, electronic visa (e-visa) replaces “sticker visa” which was formerly issued at the border crossings. The applicant just need to log on to https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/. The process is relatively quick. The applicant is requested to provide necessary information and once application is approved, makes online payment (about USD $20 for single entry) and downloads the e-visa. 

All delegates are responsible for securing all necessary visas to enter Istanbul, including transit visas.

To find out if you need a visa to enter Turkey, please go to: www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa

Further Information and support on visa matters

For further information about visa regulations and procedures, please contact:

Mr. Işik Eratay
Turkish GFMD Task Force 

Tel: +90 (312) 292 2496
Fax: +90 (312) 292 2746
E-mail: ieratay@mfa.gov.tr

Travel insurance

To find out if you need travel insurance, please check with the Turkish Embassy in your own country.