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WHAT IS AN TURKEY E-VISA?
An e-Visa is an official document permitting entry into and travel within Turkey.
The e-Visa is an alternative to visas issued at Turkey Visa FAQ missions and at every entry gate.
Applicants obtain their visas electronically after entering required information and making payments by a credit or debit card (Mastercard, Visa or UnionPay).
The link to download your e-Visa is given on the final step where you will be informed that your application has been completed successfully. In addition, the same link to download your e-Visa will be emailed to you. Passport control officers at gate of entry can verify your e-Visa on their system. However, you are advised to keep your e-Visa with you either as a soft copy (tablet PC, smart phone, etc.) or as a hard copy in case of any failure on their system.
As in the case of other visas, respective Turkish officials at the ports of entry reserves the right to deny entry into Turkey to a holder of an e-Visa without any explanation.
WHAT DO I NEED FOR MY E-VISA APPLICATION?
In accordance with the article 7.1b of “the Law of Foreigners and International Protection” no.6458, foreigners wishing to enter Turkey must carry a passport or a travel document as a substitute for passport with an expiration date at least 60 days beyond the “duration of stay” of their visa, e-Visa, visa exemption, or residence permit. Depending on your nationality, there may be additional requirements. You will be informed of these requirements after you select your country of travel document and travel dates.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF E-VISA?
An Turkey e-Visa can be obtained easily anywhere with an internet connection and it saves time that you would otherwise spend on visa applications at Turkish missions or at the ports of entry into Turkey (if you are eligible).
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR TURKEY E-VISA?
Countries
DO I NEED TO ENTER TURKEY ON THE EXACT DATE SPECIFIED IN MY APPLICATION?
No. The validity period of your e-Visa begins from the date specified in your application. You can enter Turkey on any date within this period.
MY CHILD IS INCLUDED IN MY PASSPORT. DO I NEED TO MAKE A SEPARATE Turkey Visa for US Citizens FOR HER/HIM?
Yes. Provided that your child is issued a passport under his/her name, please either make a separate e-Visa application or contact the nearest Turkish Embassy or Consulate General so as to apply for a sticker visa. Beginning from 5 January 2016, applications for Turkish visas have to be made through the Pre-Application System of Turkish Sticker Visa.
WHAT ARE THE CRITERIA FOR THE VALIDITY OF MY SUPPORTING DOCUMENT (VISA OR RESIDENCE PERMIT FROM SCHENGEN OR FROM US, UK AND IRELAND)?
The only requirement for your visa/residence permit to be used as a supporting document is that it should be still valid (by date) by the time you enter Turkey. Previously used or unused single-entry visas are accepted as long as their validity date covers your entry date to Turkey. Please note that e-Visas of other countries are not accepted as a supporting document.