Turkey eVisa

Documents required for Turkey eVisa

• Must have Documents for Turkey eVisa:

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  • Scanned copy of the first and last page of your Passport;
  • Two (2) recent colour photographs taken against a white background.(Photo Specification);
  • Confirmed return flight ticket;
  • Hotel reservation;
  • Valid Visa or Residence permit of UK / USA / Schengen Country / Ireland.

Turkey Visa FAQs

• add remove Do I need a Turkey Visa?

  All Indian Citizens require a visa to travel to Turkey, whether for business or tourism. We can help you to obtain a visa for Turkey. Indians with a valid Schengen, USA, UK or Ireland Visa or Residence Permit of any of these countries may get their single entry Turkey eVisas provided that they meet certain conditions. Applicants not meeting certain conditions will need to apply for a sticker visa at the Turkey Embassy or consulate. We are here to assist and help you through the entire visa application.

• add remove What is the criteria for the validity of my supporting document (visa or residence permit from Schengen or from US, UK and Ireland)?

  The only requirement for your visa/residence permit to be used as a supporting document is that it should be still valid (by date) by the time you enter and exit Turkey. Please note that eVisas of other countries are not accepted as a supporting document.

• add remove I do not have a valid Schengen, US, UK or Ireland Visa? Can I still apply for a Turkey eVisa?

  No. You can only apply for a Turkey eVisa provided you have a valid Schengen, US, UK or Ireland Visa. In that case, you will need to apply for a Turkey sticker visa at the Turkish mission and we will be glad to assist you with a fast and hassle free visa application.

• add remove Is Turkey Visa a Sticker Visa OR an eVisa?

  Turkey Visa is a sticker visa endorsed on the passport but if you fulfil some criteria, you can opt for an eVisa as well.

• add remove What is a Turkey eVisa?

  A Turkey eVisa is an official document permitting entry into and travel within Turkey. The eVisa is an alternative to visas issued at Turkish missions.

• add remove How long will my Turkey eVisa be valid for?

  Your Turkey eVisa is a single entry eVisa, valid for 6 months from the date of issue with a stay period of maximum 30 days.

• add remove What if I want to stay longer than 30 days?

  If your trip is longer than 30 days, you will need to apply for a sticker visa at the Turkish Embassy and we can certainly help you with the visa application. We will simplify the visa process for you. Applying for a Turkey Visa through us will be an easy and hassle free process as we will take care of your complete visa process right from getting your documents ready to stamping of your Sri Lanka visa.

• add remove How do I know my Turkey eVisa is official and how does it work?

  We are a specialized service provider issuing official Turkey eVisas. Turkish eVisas are issued electronically by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey. Travel agents like us can use the Turkey eVisa system to process an eVisa. We enter the information contained in the applicant's passport into the Turkey eVisa system- The eVisa system interacts with departmental systems to check the applicant's details. Following these checks, the service provider is advised of the outcome of the Turkey eVisa application.

  If a Turkey eVisa is granted, it is linked electronically to the applicant's passport. If a denied message is received instead, we refer the applicant to the nearest Turkish embassy or mission. The Turkey eVisa is electronically linked to the passport and is accessible to the Department of Foreign Affairs. We strongly recommend travelers print a copy of their Turkish eVisa in case there is a problem with the computer terminals at the immigration office upon arrival.

• add remove Is this website secure to apply for the Turkey eVisa online?

  Yes. We have been helping thousands of travelers since years and the Government of Turkey fully accepts applications processed by specialized third parties like us. Only the necessary data required to process your application will be collected and used for this purpose, we do not share any of your data with third parties. Our payment gateway has also been designed in accordance with the international standards.

• add remove Do I need to enter Turkey on the exact date specified in my visa application?

  No. The validity period of your Turkey eVisa begins from the date specified in your application. You can enter Turkey on any date within that period. Normally the evisa validity for Indians is of 6 months from the date of issue and you can enter Turkey anytime within this validity.

• add remove Is the Turkey eVisa issued for a single entry or multiple entries?

  The Turkey eVisa for Indians is a single entry eVisa.

• add remove I am not able to print my Turkey eVisa, what should I do?

  In that case, please get in touch with us. We will resend your Turkey eVisa copy in a different format if you are unable to print it.

• add remove My passport expires soon and I’m going to apply for a new one before I travel, can I still apply for a Turkey eVisa?

  No, for the validity of your Turkey eVisa, it is important that the details on your evisa correspond to the details on the passport you are travelling with. So you need to have your new passport details before you apply for a Turkey eVisa.

• add remove How do I receive my Turkey eVisa

  You will receive your Turkey eVisa by e-mail. After we receive your eVisa, we will send it to the e-mail address that you provided in your Turkey visa application.

• add remove Do I have to print out my Turkey eVisa?

  We advise you to always carry a hardcopy (printed) or digital copy (on your smartphone, tablet or laptop) of your Turkey eVisa with you during your entire trip.

• add remove For what type of travel can I use the Turkey eVisa?

  The eVisa for Turkey is valid for tourism and business purpose only. For other purposes such as work or study, you must apply for a sticker visa through the Turkish Embassies or Consulates.

• add remove Can I get a visa on arrival in Turkey?

  No, it is not possible for Indians to get a Turkey visa on arrival.

• add remove Does my child need his/her own eVisa for Turkey?

  Yes, children/minors need their own eVisa for Turkey.

• add remove By when should I apply for a Turkey eVisa?

  It is advisable to apply for an eVisa at least 5 to 7 days before your travel.

• add remove What is a Turkey Visa?

  A Turkey Visa is a stamp or endorsement placed by officials of Turkey on a passport that allows the bearer to visit Turkey. Visas are obtained from the Embassy or consulates of Turkey for your visit. "Visit" is further defined as the reason for entry, usually business, tourist or transitory.

• add remove Is the Turkey Visa issued at the Embassy a sticker visa?

  Yes, on complete processing of your visa application, your passport will be stamped with a Turkey Visa.

• add remove How long does it take to process the Turkey sticker Visa?

  Turkey Visa under normal circumstances will take approximately 4 to 6 working days depending upon the city of application.

• add remove How early can I apply for a Turkey Visa at the Embassy?

  You are strongly encouraged to file your Turkey Visa application at least 25 working days prior to the date of departure and not more than 60 days before departure. This will allow an orderly examination of your application and limit the chances for delay in decisions on visa applications.

• add remove Do I need to personally visit the Turkey Visa Application centre for my visa application?

  No, you don’t need to visit the Turkey Visa Application centre personally. We will simplify the visa process for you. Applying for a Turkey Visa through us will be an easy and hassle free process as we will take care of your complete visa process right from getting your documents ready to stamping of your Turkey Visa.

• add remove What would be the validity of Turkey sticker Visa?

  Typically 6 months with a maximum stay of upto 90 days. You can request for a longer stay duration, but be sure to include proof/justification. Validity of the Turkey Visa is at the discretion of the Turkey Embassy.

• add remove Is Turkey Visa tracking possible and if yes, how do I to track my Turkey Visa status?

  Yes, Turkey Visa tracking is possible on the VFS Turkey website. You can track your Turkey visa status by entering your Receipt Number and your last name.

• add remove Is it mandatory to provide travel insurance for my Turkey Visa application at the Embassy/Consulate?

  Yes. Applicants should prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel insurance to cover any expenses which might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment or death. The insurance should cover the entire period of the person’s intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage must be EUR 30000.

• add remove Do you provide health/travel insurance?

  You are strongly advised to purchase a health / travel insurance to cover yourself in Turkey as medical treatment can be very expensive in Turkey. We can certainly assist you with the travel insurance as it’s an absolute necessity for International travel in the event of unexpected events such as medical emergencies, baggage delay or loss etc.

• add remove What are the travel insurance requirements?

  Your travel Insurance plan for Turkey Visa must meet the following requirements:

  • Minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros (approx. USD $34,000)
  • Coverage for Medical Evacuation and repatriation expenses
  • Coverage for Personal accidental death
  • Coverage for Personal liability
  • Coverage for Daily allowance in hospitalization cases

  Note: The travel insurance dates should end 2 days after the date of departure mentioned in the flight ticket.

• add remove What is the easiest way to apply for a Turkey eVisa or sticker Visa?

  The easiest way to apply for a Turkey eVisa or sticker visa is to contact us. We are experts in the travel and tourism sector with over 40 years of experience. Through our expertise, in-depth knowledge and integrity, we commit to delivering an exceptional experience to our customers each and every time you use our service. In order to help us understand your unique visa needs, please drop in your query and our Expert will get in touch with you.

• add remove What are the advantages of a Turkey eVisa?
  • Minimum document requirement;
  • Swift processing-subject to qualifying the eligibility criteria and meeting the documents requirement, your visa can be processed within 2-4 working days;
  • Convenient and cost effective i.e. most economical visa fee / charges;
  • Electronic visa can be sent anywhere in the world through Email.
• add remove Are you still having doubts about the Visa process?

  We have you covered across India with presence in all the major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Lucknow and many more.

Visa Services - Terms & Conditions

1. Visa application fees along with the service charge are non-refundable in all cases. Even in case of visa application rejection the entire amount is non-refundable.
2. Visa application approval/rejection and processing time is at the sole discretion of the immigration and we do not have any control over the same.
3. Visa applications may require more than usual working days for processing and it is completely dependent on the immigration.
4. Immigration/Akbartravels.com may ask for additional documents on a case to case basis.
5. Prices are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change without notice.
6. Visa applications processing will only be after the verification of all required documents and receipt of complete payment.
7. Visas issued under visit/business/transit/tourist profession are not eligible to work in the destination country.
8. Akbartravels.com reserves the right to refuse applications at its discretion and bears no liability for the processing time or rejection of visa applications by the immigration.
9. Traveller or the customer has to fully bear the penalty amount in case the destination country levy any charges.
10. Additional charges such as documents courier, photograph development, attestation etc has to be borne by the applicant.