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Posted: Fri Jan 06, 2006 1:58 pm Post subject: Visa To Turkey / Turkey Immigration Guide |
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Visa to Turkey
Who requires a visa?
Required by all except the following:
(a) 2. nationals of EU countries for stays of up to 3 months (except nationals of Austria, Belgium, Ireland, Italy, The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain and the UK who do need visas, but can obtain them at point of entry for a fee, see Sticker-type entry visas below);
(b) 3. nationals of Argentina, Bolivia, Bulgaria, Chile, Ecuador, El Salvador, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Iran, Israel, Japan, Korea (Rep), Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Monaco, Morocco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, Trinidad & Tobago, Tunisia, Uruguay and Vatican City for stays of up to 3 months;
(c) nationals of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and Romania for stays of up to 2 months;
(d) nationals of Costa Rica, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Macau (SAR) for stays of up to 1 month;
(e) tranist 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.
Sticker-type entry visas: Tourists and business visitors from the following countries do require visas and can obtain a 3 month multiple-entry sticker-type entry visa at the point of entry for a fee. Prices are dependent on nationality (for British nationals, the cost is £10, and for US nationals, the cost is US$45):
(a) 4. Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Ireland, Italy, Malta, The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, the UK and the USA for visits not exceeding 3 months;
(b) Azerbaijan, Belarus, Estonia, Hungary, Jordan, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Norway, Poland, Russian Federation, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovak Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Ukraine for visits not exceeding 1 month;
(c) Georgia and Guatemala for visits not exceeding 15 days
What documents will be required?
Passports: Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival in Turkey required by all, except the following nationals:
1. Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Spain and Switzerland, who can enter with a national ID card.
Time required to issue visa:
Dependent on nationality of applicant. Minimum of 1 day but some applications may be referred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ankara which may take much longer.
How do I apply?
Application to: Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see list of Turkey Embassies in your country.
Application requirements:
(a) Valid passport.
(b) One recent passport-size photo.
(c) Application form.
(d) Fee (varies for different nationals), payable by postal order and cash only.
(e) Registered, stamped, self-addressed envelope if applying by post.
(f) For business visas, a letter of invitation from a company in Turkey. For other types of visas, enquire at the Embassy.
Note: Application requirements may vary according to nationality and type of visa sought. Some nationals may also need to show proof of sufficient funds for the duration of their stay; enquire at the Embassy.
What is the cost of a visa?
Tourist/Work Single-entry visa; Tourist/Work Multiple-entry visa; Education, Residence, Study and Long Term Multiple-entry visa; and Transit visa. Prices vary according to nationality. Some visas must be obtained in advance. Contact the Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy)
How long is the visa valid for?
Dependent on nationality of applicant.
Other information:
Temporary residence: Apply to the Turkish Consulate General or to the Turkish Diplomatic Mission in the country of residence.
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