What is the Turkey eVisa?
The Turkey eVisa is an electronic visa issued through the official Electronic Visa Application System of the Republic of Türkiye.
It allows eligible travelers to apply online before traveling, instead of applying for a sticker visa at a Turkish diplomatic mission or using older visa-on-arrival procedures where they are no longer available.
The Turkey eVisa is a visa. It is not an arrival card, not a residence permit and not a guarantee of entry if the traveler does not meet border requirements.
What is the official Turkey eVisa website?
The official Turkey eVisa website is evisa.gov.tr.
Travelers should use the official Electronic Visa Application System of the Republic of Türkiye when entering passport, travel and payment information.
Be careful with unofficial websites that use similar names, copy government-style design, charge extra service fees or promise faster approval.
Who can apply for a Turkey eVisa?
Turkey eVisa eligibility depends on your nationality, passport type, travel purpose and any additional conditions shown by the official system.
The official eVisa website lets travelers check eligibility by selecting the country or region of their travel document during the application process.
Some travelers can enter Türkiye without a visa, some can apply for an eVisa and others need a sticker visa from a Turkish embassy or consulate.
Turkey eVisa or visa exemption?
Some passport holders are visa-exempt for short stays in Türkiye. Other travelers must obtain a visa before travel or through the official eVisa system.
The Turkey eVisa is useful only when your nationality and travel purpose are eligible for online application.
Do not apply for an eVisa if your nationality is visa-exempt for your trip, unless the official Turkish system or your airline requires a specific travel document for your situation.
Turkey eVisa validity and permitted stay
The Turkey eVisa validity period, number of entries and permitted length of stay depend on the traveler’s nationality and the approval granted by the official system.
Some eVisas may allow single entry, while others may allow multiple entries. Some travelers may receive a shorter permitted stay than others.
Always check the validity dates, number of entries and permitted stay shown on your approved eVisa before traveling.
Do you need to enter Türkiye on the exact date in the application?
The official eVisa FAQ states that you do not need to enter Türkiye on the exact date specified in your application.
The validity period of the eVisa begins from the date specified in the application, and you can enter Türkiye on any date within that validity period.
This does not extend the permitted stay. You must still respect the stay limit shown on your eVisa and the immigration rules that apply to your nationality.
Passport requirements for the Turkey eVisa
Travelers must hold a valid passport or travel document when entering Türkiye.
The official eVisa FAQ states that foreigners entering Türkiye must carry a passport or travel document with an expiration date at least 60 days beyond the duration of stay of their visa, eVisa, visa exemption or residence permit.
Depending on nationality, additional passport validity rules or supporting document requirements may apply.
Information required for the Turkey eVisa application
To apply for a Turkey eVisa, prepare your passport details, nationality, date of birth, travel dates, email address and payment method.
Depending on your nationality, the official system may ask for additional information or supporting conditions, such as holding a valid visa or residence permit from specific countries.
Use the same passport for the eVisa application, airline check-in and Turkish border control.
Step-by-step Turkey eVisa application process
First, go to the official Turkey eVisa website at evisa.gov.tr.
Then start a new application, select your country or region of travel document, choose your travel date and complete the form with your personal and passport information.
Review every field carefully, complete the online payment when requested and download the approved eVisa after it is issued. Keep a digital copy and a printed copy available during travel.
Turkey eVisa payment and download
The Turkey eVisa application is completed online through the official system.
After the application is approved, travelers make the online payment and download the eVisa from the official website.
Fees and payment methods can vary depending on nationality and current official rules, so always check the amount shown by the official system before paying.
Can you correct a Turkey eVisa application?
If you make a mistake in a Turkey eVisa application, check the official eVisa website for the current correction, cancellation or new application process.
Common mistakes include wrong passport number, wrong name spelling, incorrect nationality, wrong date of birth, incorrect travel document type or wrong travel date.
If the information on your eVisa does not match your passport, airline staff or border officers may refuse boarding or entry.
Turkey eVisa for families, children and groups
Each traveler should have the correct visa or entry permission for Türkiye.
The official eVisa FAQ states that if a child has a passport issued in their own name, a separate eVisa application should be made for that child, or the nearest Turkish embassy or consulate should be contacted for sticker visa procedures.
Families and groups should check every traveler separately, especially passport number, date of birth, nationality and visa validity.
Turkey eVisa and Turkish sticker visa
The Turkey eVisa is not available for every traveler or every travel purpose.
If your nationality, passport type or travel purpose is not eligible for eVisa, you may need to apply for a Turkish sticker visa through the official pre-application system and the relevant Turkish diplomatic mission.
Do not assume that an eVisa is valid for work, study, residence, long-term stay or activities outside the purpose approved by the Turkish authorities.
Turkey eVisa scam warnings
The official Turkey eVisa website is evisa.gov.tr.
Be careful with unofficial websites that imitate the official service, charge additional service fees, use urgent messages or collect sensitive passport and payment information.
Before submitting your application, always check the website address carefully and make sure you are using the official Electronic Visa Application System of the Republic of Türkiye.
