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* Price shown is for a 30 day trip to Turkey with 50,000 dollar coverage for an adult of age 25 years
Turkey is a unique country situated between Europe and Asia. In Turkey, you will find a beautiful fusion of ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. Turkey delights Indian tourists with its warm hospitality, delicious cuisine, and interesting traditions. Read on to understand the Turkey Tourist visa application procedure in detail.
Indian tourists love to explore Turkey to witness a lovely blend of European and Asian cultures. However, before you set out on this adventure, you must be familiar with Turkey's tourist visa requirements. Before we get into the visa details, here are some key facts about the country.
Aspect | Details |
Country | Republic of Turkey |
Currency | Turkish Lira (TRY) (TRY1=INR 2.54) |
Language | Turkish (official), Kurdish is also spoken by a minority |
Time Zone | GMT+3 |
Popular Tourist Destinations | Istanbul (Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque), Cappadocia (Goreme, hot air balloon rides), Pamukkale (Hierapolis), Ephesus (ancient city), Antalya (Mediterranean coast). |
Visa Processing Time | 1 month |
If you are planning to visit Turkey, understanding the documents required for a tourist visa is important. Here's a simplified table that describes the documents to be submitted as per Turkey tourist visa requirements.
Document Requirement | Description |
Form | Complete the form manually. You can use blue or black pen and write in capital letters. Affix one photograph signed by the applicant. |
Passport | Original passport issued within the last 10 years, with a validity of at least 6 months after your intended stay. It should have two full empty pages. |
Biometric Photos | Provide photos complying with Turkey tourist visa photo requirements. 2 recent photos The photo backdrop should be white. It should have a clear full-face view without shadows The photo dimensions should be 2.5 inches and 2.5 inches. |
Leave Letter/Covering Letter | Submit- 1. A letter issued by your employer mentioning your leave. 2. A covering letter on personal business letterhead (if you are self-employed) with authorised signatory, name, designation, and company seal. |
Travel Insurance | Valid during your entire duration of stay. |
Flight Reservation | Plane ticket reservation for the round trip. |
Hotel Reservation | Confirmation of hotel accommodation. |
Bank Statements | Original or bank-attested copies of the last 3 months’ bank statements of personal and company accounts (if applicable). |
Salary Slips/Form 16 | For employees: Provide salary slips for the last three months along with Form number 16. For employers: GST certificate. |
Financial Support Letter | If lacking sufficient funds, provide a notarized financial support letter issued by your sponsor (not applicable for spouses, parents, children). |
Consent Letter for Minors | Minors travelling alone or with one parent need a notarized consent letter. It should be from both parents. |
Invitation Letter | If visiting a Turkish citizen/resident, provide an invitation letter with the inviter's passport details, full name, copy of identity card, and bank account statement. |
Marriage Certificate | Required if marital status is not evident in the passport; should be attested by the marriage registrar or notary public. |
Letter of Attorney | If an agent applies on behalf of the applicant, submit a letter of attorney from every applicant in original. |
Passport Copies | Provide copies of the relevant pages of the passport. |
Tour Itinerary | Optional: Provide a tour itinerary. |
The Turkish Government has come up with specific Turkey tourist visa types to cover various tourism-related travel purposes. Here are some of the major Turkey tourist visa types that you should know about.
Turkey Tourist Visa Types | Description |
Touristic Visit | For tourists visiting the country for tourism and sightseeing purposes. |
Single Transit | For travellers passing through Turkey once en route to another destination. |
Double Transit | For travellers passing through Turkey twice within the same journey |
Business/Commerce | For travellers visiting Turkey for business meetings or related purposes. |
Conference/Seminars/Meetings | For travellers visiting the country for conferences or seminars. |
Sport Activity | For athletes visiting Turkey for sport events and activities. |
Festival/Fair/Exhibition | For attending specific events such as festivals, fairs, or exhibitions in Turkey. |
Cultural Artistic Activity | For engaging in cultural or artistic activities, such as performances or workshops, in Turkey. |
Official Visit | For authorised travellers visiting Turkey for official purposes. |
Visa for Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus | For those who wish to visit Northern Cyprus. |
Here's a brief summary of various Turkey tourist visa requirements that you need to keep in mind before submitting your application.
If you wish to apply for a Turkey tourist visa from India, you must apply through the Turkish embassy in India. Here's a step-wise guide on how to apply for a Turkey tourist visa.
For submitting a physical application, download the visa form from the official website of the Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The table below covers the Turkey tourist visa fees for various types.
Visa Types | Turkey tourist visa fee |
Single Entry | TL 5476.80 (INR 13,883.54) |
Multiple Entry | TL 18,346.50 (INR 46,507.89) |
*Visa fee subject to exchange rate fluctuations
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* Price shown is for a 30 day trip to Turkey with 50,000 dollar coverage for an adult of age 25 years