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permanent resident?
Tourist visa
required
Business visa
required
Cruise visa
not required
Official visa
required
Visa Services F.A.Q.

1  Select the type of Turkey tourist visa application:

Online Turkey tourist visa Application

Apply online now

To apply for visas to several countries add Turkey to selection and return to the list of destinations.

Offline Turkey tourist visa Application

Download and print

Download, fill out and mail in Turkey tourist visa application form.

2  Mail us the following documents:

a
Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photograph: 1
c
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.
d
Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
e
Personal invitation. If staying with friends or family, a letter of invitation from the host in Turkey can be used instead of the hotel reservation.
Holders of US travel documents require an approval from Turkey which can take up to 6 weeks. Please contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Turkey to apply.

A multiple-entry 90 day Turkish visa can also be obtained on arrival at any point of entry into Turkey.

  Turkey tourist visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa Maximum validity ? Processing time ? Embassy fee   Service fee   Total cost
Single entry up to 365 days 3 business days $60.00 + $56.95 = $116.95
Multiple entry up to 365 days 3 business days $200.00 + $70.95 = $270.95
Maximum stay ? in Turkey: 90 days
Group discounts ?
Submit Turkey tourist visa application
Add Turkey to Selection, and apply for more visas
Turkey visas

1  Select the type of Turkey tourist visa application:

Online Turkey tourist visa Application

Apply online now

To apply for visas to several countries add Turkey to selection and return to the list of destinations.

Offline Turkey tourist visa Application

Download and print

Download, fill out and mail in Turkey tourist visa application form.

2  Mail us the following documents:

a
Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photograph: 1
Holders of US travel documents require an approval from Turkey which can take up to 6 weeks. Please contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Turkey to apply.

A multiple-entry 90 day Turkish visa can also be obtained on arrival at any point of entry into Turkey.

  Turkey tourist visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa Maximum validity ? Processing time ? Embassy fee   Service fee   Total cost
Single entry up to 365 days 6 business days $60.00 + $50.95 = $110.95
Multiple entry up to 365 days 6 business days $200.00 + $64.95 = $264.95
Maximum stay ? in Turkey: 90 days
Group discounts ?
Submit Turkey tourist visa application
Add Turkey to Selection, and apply for more visas
Turkey visas

1  Select the type of Turkey business visa application:

Online Turkey business visa Application

Apply online now

To apply for visas to several countries add Turkey to selection and return to the list of destinations.

Offline Turkey business visa Application

Download and print

Download, fill out and mail in Turkey business visa application form.

2  Mail us the following documents:

a
Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photograph: 1
c
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.
d
Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
e
Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Turkey, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Turkey.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.

f
Business Invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in Turkey. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Turkey, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Turkey.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).

Holders of US travel documents require an approval from Turkey which can take up to 6 weeks. Please contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Turkey to apply.

A multiple-entry 90 day Turkish visa can also be obtained on arrival at any point of entry into Turkey.

  Turkey business visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa Maximum validity ? Processing time ? Embassy fee   Service fee   Total cost
Single entry up to 365 days 3 business days $60.00 + $56.95 = $116.95
Multiple entry up to 365 days 3 business days $200.00 + $70.95 = $270.95
Maximum stay ? in Turkey: 90 days
Group discounts ?
Submit Turkey business visa application
Add Turkey to Selection, and apply for more visas
Turkey visas

1  Select the type of Turkey business visa application:

Online Turkey business visa Application

Apply online now

To apply for visas to several countries add Turkey to selection and return to the list of destinations.

Offline Turkey business visa Application

Download and print

Download, fill out and mail in Turkey business visa application form.

2  Mail us the following documents:

a
Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photograph: 1
c
Business Letter. A business letter from either the sending company in the US or sponsoring company in Turkey. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to the Embassy of Turkey, and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). Business letters from US companies should adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Turkey.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.

Holders of US travel documents require an approval from Turkey which can take up to 6 weeks. Please contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Turkey to apply.

A multiple-entry 90 day Turkish visa can also be obtained on arrival at any point of entry into Turkey.

  Turkey business visa fees for citizens of United States

Type of visa Maximum validity ? Processing time ? Embassy fee   Service fee   Total cost
Single entry up to 365 days 6 business days $60.00 + $50.95 = $110.95
Multiple entry up to 365 days 6 business days $200.00 + $64.95 = $264.95
Maximum stay ? in Turkey: 90 days
Group discounts ?
Submit Turkey business visa application
Add Turkey to Selection, and apply for more visas
Turkey visas
Cruise visa is not required for passengers of ships to enter and stay overnight in the port cities of Turkey upon the permission given by local border police authorities.

Turkey cruise visa is not required
for citizens of United States for a stay up to 1 day.

Good news if cruise visa is the correct choice for the purpose of your trip to Turkey.

Start with "What visa type do I need?" question right above the tabs on the left and review corresponding requirements. If you have any doubts, please contact our customer service.

Roger that, what's next?

  • Check the current validity of your passport.

    All travelers will need a passport valid for at least 90 days following your departure date from Turkey. However, we strongly recommend traveling with 6 months validity on your passport at all times. VisaHQ can assist U.S. citizens with a full range of expedited passport services, including new passport application and passport renewal.

  • Make sure your passport has blank Visa pages.

    Most destinations, including Turkey, require that you have adequate un-used pages in your passport, allowing for any necessary stamps upon arrival and departure. We recommend that you have at least two free pages in Visas section of your passport before any international travel. U.S. citizens can get extra passport pages added to their passports as fast as within 24 hours.

  • Confirm if transit visa is required for any connections.

    Check with your airline in case you have connecting flights overseas as part of your journey to Turkey. It may be the case that countries you pass through en route to your destination may require a separate transit visa. Please refer to visa requirements of the specific country.

  • Cruise visa is not required for passengers of ships to enter and stay overnight in the port cities of Turkey upon the permission given by local border police authorities.

    Turkey cruise visa is not required
    for citizens of United States for a stay up to 1 day.

    Good news if cruise visa is the correct choice for the purpose of your trip to Turkey.

    Start with "What visa type do I need?" question right above the tabs on the left and review corresponding requirements. If you have any doubts, please contact our customer service.

    Roger that, what's next?

  • Check the current validity of your passport.

    All travelers will need a passport valid for at least 90 days following your departure date from Turkey. However, we strongly recommend traveling with 6 months validity on your passport at all times. VisaHQ can assist U.S. citizens with a full range of expedited passport services, including new passport application and passport renewal.

  • Make sure your passport has blank Visa pages.

    Most destinations, including Turkey, require that you have adequate un-used pages in your passport, allowing for any necessary stamps upon arrival and departure. We recommend that you have at least two free pages in Visas section of your passport before any international travel. U.S. citizens can get extra passport pages added to their passports as fast as within 24 hours.

  • Confirm if transit visa is required for any connections.

    Check with your airline in case you have connecting flights overseas as part of your journey to Turkey. It may be the case that countries you pass through en route to your destination may require a separate transit visa. Please refer to visa requirements of the specific country.

  • 1  Select the type of Turkey official visa application:

    Online Turkey official visa Application

    Apply online now

    To apply for visas to several countries add Turkey to selection and return to the list of destinations.

    Offline Turkey official visa Application

    Download and print

    Download, fill out and mail in Turkey official visa application form.

    2  Mail us the following documents:

    a
    Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
    b
    Passport-type photograph: 1
    c
    State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to "Embassy of Turkey, Washington D.C. ", explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number.

      Turkey official visa fees for citizens of United States

    Type of visa Maximum validity ? Processing time ? Embassy fee   Service fee   Total cost
    Single entry up to 90 days 6 business days $0.00 + $44.95 = $44.95
    Maximum stay ? in Turkey: 90 days
    Group discounts ?
    Submit Turkey official visa application
    Add Turkey to Selection, and apply for more visas
    Turkey visas

    1  Select the type of Turkey official visa application:

    Online Turkey official visa Application

    Apply online now

    To apply for visas to several countries add Turkey to selection and return to the list of destinations.

    Offline Turkey official visa Application

    Download and print

    Download, fill out and mail in Turkey official visa application form.

    2  Mail us the following documents:

    a
    Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
    b
    Passport-type photograph: 1
    c
    State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to "Embassy of Turkey, Washington D.C. ", explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number.

      Turkey official visa fees for citizens of United States

    Type of visa Maximum validity ? Processing time ? Embassy fee   Service fee   Total cost
    Single entry up to 90 days 6 business days $0.00 + $44.95 = $44.95
    Maximum stay ? in Turkey: 90 days
    Group discounts ?
    Submit Turkey official visa application
    Add Turkey to Selection, and apply for more visas
    Turkey visas
    Most popular questions
    What is a visa?
    A visa is a document which allows someone to travel into a specific country and stay there for a set period of time. Generally, a visa may only be issued at the Consulate of the country or, in some cases, at the border. Visas may be stamped or glued directly into a passport or they may be issued electronically (e.g. Australia Visa). Some countries require everyone who enters to obtain a visa, while others have what are known as reciprocal agreements with certain countries that waive visa requirements. A visa may allow one, two or multiple entries before the expiration date of the visa. It is important to research visa requirements before traveling internationally to avoid any issues with border control officials and airlines. If a destination country requires a visa and the traveler does not have it in his/her passport, the airline may refuse to board this person on the plane.
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    What are the countries that require a visa?
    Please refer to the following page on our website to check whether a visa is required or not: visa requirements worldwide. Select your citizenship from the drop down menu at the top of the page, and you will be provided with a complete list of countries that require or do not require visas for you to travel. For detailed instructions on how to apply for a visa select the country of destination from the table.
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    Can I apply for my work, student or residence visas through VisaHQ.com?
    At this time, VisaHQ.com only processes tourist, business, private, crew and official visas. Applicants looking for student visas, work visas or residence visas must apply directly through the nearest Embassy or Consulate.
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    I'm not a US or Canadian citizen. Can you still process my visa application?
    If you are a resident of the United States or Canada, we may be able to process your application, depending on the country you would like to visit, the type of visa you need, and your visa status in the United States or Canada. Please consult our individual country pages or other questions in this FAQ for further information.
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    What is the difference between visa validity and maximum stay?
    The validity of a given visa represents the dates that the visa is effective. For instance, if a visa for China is valid for 90 days, you must enter China before that period of 90 days expires. Maximum stay is the time allotted for stay in the country. Using China as an example, the default maximum stay is 30 days, which means you are only allowed to stay in China for 30 days, even if your visa validity is 90 days. Please note that different countries have different requirements and interpretations regarding visa validity and maximum stay.
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    Does consular jurisdiction affect the processing of my visa?
    In most cases, visas can be processed in Washington DC, without regard to consular jurisdiction. However, there are several countries that require all visa applications to be submitted in the assigned consular jurisdiction. Consular jurisdiction is the geographic area for which a consulate has responsibility for issuing visas. When a consulate is jurisdictional, it can only process visas for those who reside in a state within their jurisdiction. VisaHQ directs applications to appropriate cities for faster or less complicated processing. Please be advised that required documents and processing times may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. VisaHQ continuously updates processing times for all countries including those that are jurisdictional.
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    Turkey visa for citizens of United States is required. For more information please contact the nearest Turkey embassy.

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