Turkey eVisa Requirements & Document Checklist

The Turkey eVisa system allows eligible travelers to apply online for short-term tourism or business visits. While the application process is straightforward, the requirements vary depending on nationality, type of travel, and supporting documents. This guide explains the complete Turkey eVisa requirements, passport rules, additional documentation for selected countries, and important conditions travelers must meet before applying.

Overview of Turkey eVisa Requirements

The Turkey eVisa is an electronic travel authorization designed for eligible foreign nationals entering Turkey for tourism, business, or transit purposes. Requirements may differ by nationality, especially for countries that must provide additional supporting documents or airline-specific proof.

Applicants generally need:

• A valid passport

• A completed Turkey visa form

• Travel details such as arrival date and flight information

• A valid email address

• A debit/credit card for payment

Some nationalities must provide additional evidence such as a valid visa/residence permit from specific countries, financial proof, or confirmed travel bookings.

1. Passport Requirements

To apply for a Turkey eVisa:

• Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended arrival date.

• The passport must not be damaged.

• The details on the application must match the passport exactly.

2. Common Information Required in the Turkey eVisa Form

All applicants must complete essential fields such as:

• Nationality

• Date of arrival

• Visa type (Tourist/Business)

• Given/First name

• Surname

• Date of birth

• Passport number

• Passport expiry date

• Country of birth

• Parents’ names (Father/Mother)

• Document type

• Passport bio page (upload)

These fields ensure identity verification and eligibility assessment.

3. Additional Supporting Document Requirements for Select Countries

Some countries must provide a valid visa or residence permit from one of the following:

• Schengen Countries

• United States of America

• United Kingdom

• Ireland

E-visas from these countries are not accepted as supporting documents.

Countries requiring a supporting document include:

Algeria, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, India, Iraq, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Senegal, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Vanuatu, Vietnam.

Additional fields for these nationalities:

• Type of supporting document (Visa / Residence Permit)

• Country issuing the document

• Supporting document number

• Issue and expiry dates

Applicants must ensure the supporting document is valid at the time of entry.

4. Additional Requirements for Air Travelers from Select Countries

Some nationalities must travel to Turkey by air or meet specific airline conditions.

These include:
Nepal, Vietnam, Egypt (with specific airlines), Cape Verde, Senegal, Equatorial Guinea, Algeria (selected age conditions), and others.

Airline-specific conditions may require:

• Round-trip ticket

• Travel with Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, or Egypt Air

• Proof of hotel booking

• Proof of sufficient funds (usually USD 50 per day)

5. Transit Visa Requirements for Certain Countries

Some nationalities are eligible only for a Turkish Airport Transit Visa, not an entry visa.
These travelers must meet conditions such as:

• Having a valid visa for the onward destination

• Having a confirmed flight ticket

• Using Turkey only for airport transit

• Not leaving the airport during the transit period

Countries with airport-only transit requirements include:

• Burkina Faso

• Cameroon

• Chad

• Guinea

• Mauritania

6. Final Destination Requirements (For Certain African & Asian Passports)

Applicants from:

• Burkina Faso

• Cameroon

• Chad

• Guinea

• Mauritania

must provide:

• Flight number

• Ticket/Reservation number

• Final destination details

• Valid visa for the final destination

• Eligible final destinations include Colombia, Mexico, Panama, or Venezuela

If the final destination is not listed, the eVisa application cannot proceed.

7. Financial and Travel Proof

Some nationalities must demonstrate:

• Return flight booking

• Hotel reservation

• Proof of at least USD 50 per day of stay

• Purpose of travel limited to tourism or business

• Passport validity covering full stay in Turkey

These conditions apply primarily to:

Algeria, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Egypt, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Senegal, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, among others.

8. Country-Specific Conditions (Summary)

Below is a simplified overview of common requirements for selected nationalities:

Countries requiring:

✔ Supporting document (Schengen, USA, UK, Ireland)
✔ Financial proof
✔ Return ticket & hotel booking

Algeria, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Egypt, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Vanuatu, Vietnam

Countries requiring:

✔ Airline-specific rules (round-trip ticket)
✔ Supporting document
✔ Passport validity conditions

Cape Verde, Senegal, Equatorial Guinea

Countries eligible only for Airport Transit Visa

Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Guinea, Mauritania

Countries requiring travel by air only

Nepal, Vietnam

Each country has detailed conditions to ensure compliance with Turkey’s entry regulations.

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