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Everything you need to know about Turkey visa

turkey-visa-image Turkish visas are basically documents issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its subsequent diplomatic missions abroad to ensure audited migratory flows to the country. All foreign nationals except citizens of 78 countries do not need a visa to enter Turkey, and they can enter the country with their passport. However, citizens of the United Kingdom need a visa to enter the Turkish mainland. Citizens of UK can apply for both e-visas and visa on arrival.

E-visa and visa on arrival

The easiest way to obtain a visa is by approaching the entry port. To get these multiple entry sticker visas with a validity of 90 days, the traveler should pay £20 as cash to the immigration authorities. Travelers should make sure that they are carrying British currencies to get a sticker visa, as the Turkish immigration authorities will not accept Scottish and Northern Ireland currencies.

Citizens of the United Kingdom can obtain Turkey visa on arrival from all International airports.

Special note: Even though easy to obtain, the visa on arrival provision can be phased out by the Turkish government without any prior notice. So, it is always recommended to take an e-visa to ensure hassle-free traveling experience.

On the other hand, e-visas allow foreign nationals to obtain Turkey visas within a few clicks. Perhaps, this is undoubtedly the safe and hassle-free way to travel Turkey legally. Please find the three steps to get an e-visa for Turkey.

In the first step, the applicant should enter his or her personal information on the application form. You should also upload a scanned copy of your passport along with a recent photograph. Details of the supporting documents which should be uploaded can also be found in this section.
Next you should make the payment, and it can be made either using a debit card or credit card.
After processing, the Turkish e-visa will be sent to your email, and you can take a print out of the visa copy for your travel needs.

Note: You will get the sanctioned Turkey e-visa within three business needs if all the criteria to get a visa is fulfilled.

Different types of Turkey Visa

Turkey Government has classified visas into different types according to the activities a foreign national will engage in while inside the country. Please find below the different types of visas issued by the government to enter Turkey.

Turkey Tourist Visa

In Turkey, tourist visas are usually issued to foreign nationals who are not permitted to obtain visas at the point of entry. In usual cases, tourist visas are issued for up to 90, and it will be valid for single entries and multiple entries as per the traveler’s requirement.

How to apply for Turkey e-visas?

By visiting the official Republic of Turkey e-Visa website,UK citizens can apply for an e-visa, and it costs just $20. The visa applicant can pay the money either by a credit or debit card. Travelers should keep in mind that this e-visa should be applied 48-hours before the journey, and can do so up to 3 months in advance. It is always advised to take a printed copy of your e-visa to avoid possible hassles at the Turkish port of entry. You can also carry the e-visa copy on smartphones or tablets, and can show it to the immigration authorities.

If you have any queries regarding applying for a Turkey e-visas, always seek the help of entrusted agencies like Visa Genie, and never ever fall in the traps of non-credible agencies, as they might charge additional fees. There are also cases where unauthorized agencies have issued fake visas for British nationals.

UK citizens should remind that the passport validity while applying for a Turkey e-visa should be at least six months, and it should have a blank page to enter the entry and exit stamps.

Can I extend my stay duration after entering Turkey?

As mentioned above, tourist visas are issued for a period of 90 days. However, if the foreign national decides to stay in the country for more than 90 days, he or she should make sure that application for visas that ensure a longer stay is submitted. If you wish to remain in Turkey after making your entry, you can apply for a residence with Turkish authorities before the expiry of 90-day period.

Note: If any UK citizen continue staying in the country illegally, he may face severe legal consequences including fine and deportation. In the worst scenario, the Turkey government may even ban the foreign national from re-entering the country.

Turkey Business Visa

Turkey Business Visas are issued to people who wish to visit the country for business purposes. If the traveler is visiting Turkey on temporary basis for attending conferences, seminars, and other commercial trading activities related to business, he or she can apply for a Turkey business visa. In usual cases, business visas are also issued for 90 days, and it will be valid for both single entry and double entry as per the traveler’s need.

Requirements to obtain a Turkey business visa

Citizens of the United Kingdom can make use of the web-based visa issuance system to obtain Turkey business visa. It should be noted that an e-visa is basically an electronic authorization given by the Turkey government to enter their country legally. Even though this electronic authorization is equivalent to a visa, no stamp will be placed in the passport.

The basic requirements to obtain a Turkey tourist visa are mentioned below.

The passport of the visa applicant should have a validity for at least six months, and it should have a single blank page.
The foreign national should submit proofs of onward and return flights, along with hotel booking confirmation. It is also recommended to submit an invitation letter from a Turkish entity.
Apart from these documents, the applicant should complete the Turkey e-visa questionnaire very carefully without any errors.

Turkey Student Visas

Turkish government will grand a student visa only after a foreign national successfully gets enrolled in a Turkish school or university. Before applying for a Turkey student visa, you should obtain a letter from the school or college to prove your enrolment.

How to obtain a student residence permit?

After reaching Turkey, the student should visit the nearby police station and should register with the Foreigner’s branch. It should be noted that the student should complete this step within 30 days after he or she reached the country. After the registration process is completed, authorities will grand the student a residence permit.

The residence permit will allow the student for multiple entries to Turkey if his or her visa is valid. The student should always make sure that his visa is not expired, and if it is about to expire, make sure that you are renewing it to avoid legal troubles.

Turkey Residence visa

Turkey residence visa are meant for travelers who wish to stay in the country for a longer period of time, much more than the days offered by tourist visas. In order to obtain a residence visa, you should apply at least two months before your departure, so that the authorities will get sufficient time to process your request. It should be noted a residence visa does not mean that you can work and earn in Turkey, instead, you can enjoy your time in the country just like any other tourist, but for a longer period of time. To obtain a residence visa, you should also demonstrate to the authorities that you are capable enough to support you financially during your stay in Turkey.

Turkey work visa

If you wish to work in Turkey, it is mandatory to obtain a Turkey work visa. To obtain a work visa, the foreign national should send an application to the Turkey consulate or the country’s embassy at least two months before the departure. Your employer should also send a letter to the Turkish Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS) requesting to sanction your work visa.

Just like a student visa, work visa holders should also obtain residence permit after entering Turkey. It is always recommended to apply for a residence permit within 30 days of your entry, as even small delays could result in serious legal issues.

Turkey Film Visas

Turkey has been slowly emerging as a favorite destination for filmmakers to shoot movies, and in the past few years, several movies from different nooks of the world were shot in the country. Film visas cannot be obtained from consulate or embassy, instead, the applicant should contact the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism. If you are a normal tourist who wishes to shoot non-commercial videos from the country, then this type of visa is not a must.