3 min read · Published November 2025 · Updated June 2026
Turkey e-Visa & e Visa: Step-by-Step Application Guide
Quick answer
US, Canadian, Australian and Indian citizens need a Turkey e-Visa. Apply only at evisa.gov.tr — takes minutes, costs ~$50 USD, valid 180 days with up to 90 days stay per visit.
Who needs a Turkey e-Visa?
US, Canada, Australia, India and many other nationalities require an e-Visa. UK and most EU passport holders are visa-free for 90 days. Check your nationality on the official site before booking flights.
How to apply (step by step)
1) Go to evisa.gov.tr (not third-party sites). 2) Enter passport details exactly as printed. 3) Pay by card. 4) Download the PDF e-Visa. 5) Print or save on your phone — airlines and border control may ask.
Cost and processing time
Most tourist e-Visas cost around $50 USD. Approval is usually instant to a few hours. Apply at least 48 hours before travel as a buffer. Multiple-entry options exist for some nationalities.
Common mistakes
Wrong passport number, expired passport (6+ months validity required), using unofficial websites that charge extra, or assuming visa-free status when you need an e-Visa. Children need their own e-Visa on a parent’s passport or separate passport.
Official site only
Apply only at evisa.gov.tr. Third-party sites charge extra and may issue invalid documents. Bookmark the government portal — phishing copies appear in search ads.
Passport validity rules
Passport must be valid at least 60–180 days beyond entry depending on nationality — check your country row on the portal. Name spelling must match passport exactly including middle names.
At Turkish immigration
Show printed or PDF e-Visa if asked. Have return flight and hotel address ready. IST and SAW airports process e-Visa holders in standard tourist lanes. See also /travel-guide/turkey-visa for visa-free EU/UK rules.