Visas to Turkey
♦ For citizens of Estonia, Russia and Ukraine, short-term tourist and business trips to Turkey are usually possible without obtaining a visa in advance, but the permitted length of stay differs depending on citizenship.
♦ Entry conditions, visa fees and document requirements may change without prior notice. Viisa OÜ is not responsible for the accuracy of the information or for any consequences resulting from its use.
Who needs a visa?
For Estonian citizens
No visa is required for up to 90 days within 6 months from the date of first entry.
For Russian citizens
No visa is required for tourist and business trips of up to 60 days.
For Ukrainian citizens
No visa is required for up to 90 days within 6 months from the date of first entry.
For stateless persons with an Estonian grey passport
A visa is required. It can be arranged through our visa centre.
Would you like to apply for an electronic visa?
For stateless persons holding a grey passport issued in Estonia, a visa must be obtained before the trip. Processing time is 2–3 working days. To apply for a visa, you need to fill in the application form.
Fill in the application form and get a visa to TurkeyApplication price
Estonian grey passport
A multiple-entry electronic visa valid for 6 months with the right to stay in Turkey for no more than 90 days.
For other citizenships
Completing the application form and preparing the document package for obtaining a visa.
Show the list of countries whose citizens can apply for electronic visas.
| The conditions are the same as for holders of grey passports issued in Estonia. | ||
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | Algeria | Antigua and Barbuda |
| Armenia | Bahamas | Bangladesh |
| Barbados | Bermuda | Bhutan |
| Cambodia | Cape Verde | Croatia |
| Dominica | Dominican Republic | East Timor |
| Egypt | Equatorial Guinea | Estonia |
| Fiji | Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus | Grenada |
| Haiti | Hong Kong (BN(O)) | India |
| Iraq | Jamaica | Latvia |
| Libya | Lithuania | Maldives |
| Mauritius | Mexico | Namibia |
| Nepal | Pakistan | Palestine |
| Philippines | Saint Lucia | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
| Senegal | Solomon Islands | South Africa |
| Sri Lanka | Suriname | Taiwan |
| Vanuatu | Vietnam | Yemen |
Processing times
A visa does not need to be arranged in advance, but the passport validity period must be checked.
Usually processed within 2–3 working days. We recommend starting the visa application in advance.
The processing time depends on the visa type, purpose of travel, your citizenship and the workload of the consular department.
Application process
Application
Fill in the application form on our website and attach a copy/photo of your passport.
Payment
We will check the application form and send you an invoice for payment. The visa can be paid for by regular bank transfer.
Result
After approval, we will send the visa to your e-mail. If necessary, it can also be collected at our visa centre.
Required documents
1. For an electronic visa to Turkey
- A copy or photo of your passport.
- The application form completed on our website.
2. For a visa through the Embassy of Turkey
- Passport.
- Completed visa application form (filled in at our visa centre).
- One photograph (can be taken at the visa centre).
- Return tickets or confirmation of the route in English.
- Accommodation confirmation in English.
- Additional documents depending on the purpose of travel: work, study, internship, research, seafarer, driver, tour operator and other special purposes.
3. Additional documents and special cases
- Additional documents may be required for minors, for example a birth certificate and consent from the other parent or legal representative.
- For business trips, it is recommended to have an invitation from a Turkish company or partner.
- For a trip to relatives or acquaintances, it is recommended to have the address of stay and contact details of the receiving party.
- For long-term stay, work, study and other special purposes, an electronic visa is not suitable — the visa procedure must be clarified.
- If you have several citizenships, a residence permit in another country, a grey passport or a non-standard travel document, the requirements must be checked individually.
Why clients choose us
Frequently asked questions
For a short-term trip, Estonian citizens with ordinary passports usually do not need a visa: a stay of up to 90 days within 6 months from the date of first entry is permitted.
Yes, holders of an Estonian grey passport need a visa. For a tourist trip, an electronic visa is usually considered, but the requirements must be checked before applying.
For tourist and business trips with an ordinary passport, a visa is usually not required for up to 60 days.
No. Turkey’s electronic visa is intended only for tourist and business trips. A regular visa is required for work, study and long-term stay.
For a short-term trip of up to 90 days, a visa is usually not required. When travelling with a tour operator, the conditions must be checked directly with the tour operator.
Yes. If visa processing is required for the citizenship, each traveller must have a separate passport and electronic visa, including infants and children.
General information about travelling to Turkey
Purpose of travel
Before travelling, it is important to determine the purpose of entry. A tourist trip, a short business meeting, work, study, internship and long-term stay belong to different categories and may require different documents.
Electronic visa
An electronic visa is arranged online and is suitable only for tourist and business purposes. After approval, it should be saved on your phone and preferably printed out.
Passport validity
Check the validity of your passport before buying tickets. To enter Turkey, the document must have a sufficient validity period after the permitted period of stay (usually 60 days after the end of the trip). To apply for an electronic visa, the passport must be valid for at least 8 months at the time of visa application.
Medical insurance
We recommend arranging travel medical insurance for the entire trip. The policy can be arranged at our visa centre or remotely by sending an e-mail to
Overstaying
Do not exceed the permitted period of stay in Turkey. Violating the stay period may lead to fines, entry restrictions and problems with future trips.
Documents at the border
Border control may ask you to show a return ticket, hotel booking, address of stay, insurance or explain the purpose of the trip. It is better to keep the documents at hand.
Payment and currency
The currency in Turkey is the Turkish lira. Bank cards are often accepted in tourist areas, but it is recommended to have some cash. Euros and US dollars can be exchanged for Turkish lira at most exchange offices.
Viisa.ee assistance
We will help you understand whether you need a visa, check the documents, arrange insurance and prepare the details for an electronic visa or an application through the embassy.
Still have questions?
Contact us! We will be happy to help you.