Turkey Visa Types & Application Process 🇹🇷

Types of Turkey Visas:

✈️ Tourist/Business Visa (eVisa & Sticker Visa)

For travelers visiting Turkey for tourism, family visits, or short business trips.

✅ Stay up to 30-90 days (depends on nationality)

✅ Single or multiple entry options

✅ Processing time: 24 hours (eVisa) | 10-15 days (Sticker Visa)

🎓 Student Visa

For students enrolling in Turkish universities or institutions.

✅ Valid for course duration

✅ Required for study longer than 90 days

✅ Processing time: 4-6 weeks

💼 Work Visa

For skilled professionals with a job offer from a Turkish employer.

✅ Employer must apply for a Work Permit

✅ Valid for 1 year (renewable)

✅ Processing time: 4-8 weeks

🏡 Residence Permit

For foreigners planning to stay in Turkey for more than 90 days.

✅ Required for long-term stay (study, work, family, etc.)

✅ Can be extended for 1-2 years

✅ Processing time: 2-4 weeks

💰 Investor & Business Visa

For entrepreneurs & business owners looking to invest in Turkey.

✅ Pathway to Turkish Citizenship through investment

✅ Requires a minimum investment in business or real estate

✅ Processing time: Varies based on investment type

Turkey Visa Application Process:

🔹 Step 1: Choose the Right Visa Type

Select the visa category based on your travel purpose.

🔹 Step 2: Gather Required Documents

✔️ Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)

✔️ Visa application form (filled & signed)

✔️ Photographs (as per Turkish visa requirements)

✔️ Financial proof (bank statements, income proof)

✔️ Travel itinerary & accommodation details

✔️ Travel health insurance (mandatory)

✔️ Employment/Business documents (if applicable)

✔️ University admission letter (for Student Visa)

🔹 Step 3: Submit Visa Application

Apply online for eVisa or visit the Turkish Consulate/Embassy for a Sticker Visa.

🔹 Step 4: Attend Biometric Appointment (if required)

Some visa categories require biometrics & an interview.

🔹 Step 5: Wait for Visa Processing & Approval

Visa processing time varies:

eVisa: 24-48 hours

Sticker Visa: 10-30 days