Turkey Visa InformationPassportsPassport valid for at least six months from date of arrival in Turkey required by all, except the following nationals: 1. Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Spain and Switzerland, who can enter with a national ID card (which must have a validity of one year). Visas Required by all except the following: (a) 2. nationals of EU countries for stays of up to three months (except those listed under notes 4 and 5 below in Sticker-type entry visas; (b) 3. nationals of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria* (see Note below), Chile, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Iran (providing they have a minimun of US$100 per day while entering Turkey), Israel, Japan, Korea (Rep), Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Monaco, Morocco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, Trinidad & Tobago, Tunisia, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Uruguay and Vatican City for stays of up to three months; (c) nationals of Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia and Macedonia (Former Yugoslav Republic) for stays of up to two months; (d) nationals of Costa Rica, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Macau (SAR) for stays of up to one month; (e) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same of first connecting aircraft within 24 hours, provided not leaving the airport and in possession of confirmed onward tickets. If you travel by sea or land via Turkey, you will need a visa. The procedure is the same as for a tourist visa. Note: (a) Visa exemption for Bulgarians does not apply to those who enter Turkey through certain custom points (contact Consulate for details). Bulgarians must always obtain a visa for transit passages. Sticker-type entry visas: Tourists and business visitors from the following countries do require visas and can obtain a sticker-type entry visa at the point of entry for a fee. Prices are dependent on nationality (for British nationals, the cost is £10 [£36 if obtained prior to arrival], and for US nationals, the cost is US$45): (a) 4. Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Canada, Estonia, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Moldova, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, Serbia & Montenegro, Slovak Republic, Spain, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and the UK* (see Note below) and USA for stays not exceeding three months; (b) Albania for stays not exceeding two months; Note: British National Overseas passport holders should contact the visa section of the Consulate General before traveling. (b) 5. Greek Cypriot Administrative Region and Romania for stays not exceeding one month; (c) Georgia for stays not exceeding 15 days (providing they have a minimun of US$50 per day while entering Turkey). Types of visa and cost Prices vary according to nationality. Tourist (multiple-entry, up to three months): US$62 Single transit (up to three months): US$46 Study (up to one year): US$124 Work (up to one year): US$129 Some visas must be obtained in advance. Contact the Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information. Validity Multiple entry: three months, two years or five years. Application to Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see see Passport/Visa Information. Applicants must now pre-book an appointment with the relevant Consulate. An online appointment system is available (website: www.turkishconsulate.org.uk/en/visa). Application requirements (a) Valid passport. (b) One recent passport-size photo. (c) Application form. (d) Latest bank statement and photocopy. (e) Fee (varies for different nationals), payable by postal order, company cheque and cash only. (f) £5 administrative fee. (g) Registered, pre-paid, self-addressed, special delivery envelope if applying by post. (h) Sufficient funds (exact amount required varies according to nationality). Note: Application requirements may vary according to nationality and type of visa sought. Working days required Usually three, but dependent on nationality of applicant. Some applications may be referred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ankara, which may take much longer (minimum six to eight weeks). Temporary residence Apply to the Turkish Consulate General (see Passport/Visa Information) or to the Turkish Diplomatic Mission in the country of residence. Passport/Visa Information Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in the UK 43 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PA, UK Tel: (020) 7393 0202. Website: www.turkishembassylondon.org Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1730. Turkish Consulate General in the UK Rutland Lodge, Rutland Gardens, London SW7 1BW, UK Tel: (020) 7591 6900 or (09068) 347 348 (recorded visa information; calls cost 60p per minute). Website: www.turkishconsulate.org.uk Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1230 (visas). Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in the USA 2525 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA Tel: (202) 612 6700 or 6740 (consular section). 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