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Turkish embassy relaxes visit visa requirements for Qatar residents

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• Visa Information For Foreigners

• The Electronic Visa (e-Visa) Application System was launched on 17 April 2013 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye. This system allows visitors travelling to Türkiye to easily obtain their e-Visas online (www.evisa.gov.tr), in approximately three minutes.

It is possible to obtain e-Visa 7/24 at everywhere with internet connection. The applicants can obtain their visa after they fill in the necessary information concerning their identity, passport and travel dates and pay visa fee online.

• Please note that e-visa is only valid when the purpose of travel is tourism or commerce. For other purposes, such as work and study, visas are given by Turkish Embassies or Consulates.
• The term "official passports" covers diplomatic, service, special and official passports.

You are kindly advised to have a travel document/passport valid for at least 6 months as from the date of your arrival in Türkiye.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs continues efforts to strengthen the e-Visa system and to better enable foreign nationals to easily obtain their visas.

In this context,

- In addition to English, French, and Spanish; Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, German, Arabic and Chinese language options will be added to the e-Visa system.

- In addition to Visa and Master Card, payment is accepted from other commonly used credit cards and debit cards.

- Tour operators may apply for group e-Visas and make lump sum payments for them.

- Necessary arrangements will be made to allow foreign visitors to obtain e-Visas from authorized airline companies offices, including those companies’ offices in airports.

- Fees for e-Visas obtained via the e-Visa website (www.evisa.gov.tr) are lower than the fees for visas obtained upon arrival to Turkish airports. Information regarding visa fees can be found on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

( http://www.mfa.gov.tr/data/KONSOLOSLUK/vize-harc-miktarlari-en.pdf ).

Visa regime for truck drivers of a country may differ from the overall visa regime effective for citizens of that particular country. For further information, please contact the nearest Turkish mission.

Regardless of the visa regime applied towards the citizens of a country, the travel document holders of that country need to obtain visa from Turkish missions beforehand.

Foreigners who will shoot a documentary film conduct a research or an archeological excavation should get a special permission from the Turkish authorities in advance.

If you have a valid visa, you do not need a residence permit up to 90 days. On the other hand, foreigners who shall reside, work or study in Türkiye, should register themselves at the nearest local police department upon their arrival in Türkiye, regardless of the validity of their visa.

Information on Work Visa: To work in Türkiye, you must apply to the nearest Turkish mission to obtain work permit and visa. Your passport, visa application form and a letter from your employer are the necessary documents for your application. Other documents should be submitted to the Turkish Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS) by your employer within ten working days after your application.

You may find the list of those documents in the MLSS’s website (http://www.csgb.gov.tr). Applications are finalized by the MLSS within thirty days at the latest. Right after your arrival in Türkiye (before starting to work), you should be registered at the local police department within one month to obtain the necessary residence permit.

As of 1 January 2015, in accordance with the article 7.1b of “the Law on Foreigners and International Protection” no. 6458, foreigners wishing to enter Türkiye should carry a travel document (passport) with an expiration date at least 60 days beyond the “duration of stay” of their visa, e-Visa, visa exemption, or residence permit.

The citizens of the countries which are stated at the below link are exempted form this Article;

Example A: In order to enter Türkiye having a visa with 90 days “duration of stay”, foreigners should hold a travel document valid at least for an additional 60 days which totals to 150 days (90 days + 60 days) of validity at the time of entrance.

Example B: In order to enter Türkiye having a visa with 30 days “duration of stay”, foreigners should hold a travel document valid at least for an additional 60 days which totals to 90 days (30 days + 60 days) of validity at the time of entrance."

The following categories are exempted from this provision:

- Citizens of countries who are allowed to enter Türkiye with their national ID’s in accordance with “European Agreement on Regulations governing the Movement of Persons between Member States of the Council of Europe”,

http://www.mfa.gov.tr/countries-whose-citizens-are-allowed-to-enter-turkey-with-their-national-id_s.en.mfa

Holders of diplomatic and official passports are also exempted from this Article.

Afghanistan: Diplomatic, ordinary, special and service passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary, special and service passport holders with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their single entry e-Visas valid for one month e-Visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr , provided that they meet certain conditions.

Albania:  Official passport holders, who are appointed to the diplomatic, consular missions or representations of international organizations accredited in Türkiye, are exempted from visa for the period of their assignments. Official and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels with touristic purposes and transit from Türkiye, up to 90 days within six months starting from the first entry date.

Algeria:  Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holder Algerian citizens, under the age of 15 and above the age of 65 are exempted from visa up to 90 days within any 180 day period for their touristic visits. Ordinary passport holders between the age of 15 and 65 are required to have visa. Ordinary passport holder Algerian citiziens between the ages of 15-18 and 35-65 with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their one month period single entry e-Visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr.  www.evisa.gov.tr . 

Andorra: Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Angola: Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Diplomatic and service passport holder citizens of Angola are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period.

Antigua-Barbuda:  Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders can obtain three month-multiple entry e-Visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr. They can also get their visas from Turkish diplomatic representations abroad or they can obtain their three month-multiple entry visas upon their arrival to Türkiye at the ports of entry.

Argentina:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Armenia:  Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders can obtain one-month multiple entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr .

Australia:  Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders can obtain three month-multiple entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr .

Austria:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Azerbaijan:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period.

Bahamas:  Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. They can obtain three month multiple e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr . Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Bahrain:  Official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Official passport holder Bahraini citizens may obtain visas for up to 15 days at border crossings. Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Bangladesh:  Bangladeshi nationals holding diplomatic and official/service passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa. These passport holders with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their single entry e-Visas valid for one month e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr , provided that they meet certain conditions.

Barbados:  Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. They can obtain three month multiple entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr . Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travel up to 90 days.

Belarus:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days. Total period of stay should be no longer than 90 days within 1 year.

Belgium:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Belize:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Benin : Ordinary, special and service passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Bhutan : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders can get their 15 day period visas from Turkish diplomatic representations abroad.

Bolivia : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Bosnia-Herzegovina:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days.

Botswana : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Brazil : Official and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Brunei : Diplomatic, Official and Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa to enter into and transit through and stay in Türkiye for a period not exceeding 30 days.

Bulgaria : Identity card and ordinary passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Diplomatic and service passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days.

Burkina Faso : Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Official/service and ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Burundi : Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa requirement for a period not exceeding 90 days within any 180 days period. Special, service and ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter into Türkiye.

Cambodia : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Cameroon : Official passport (Diplomatic, Service and Special) holders and members of official delegations are exempted from visa requirements to enter into, exit from, transit through and stay temporarily in Türkiye for a maximum period of 90 days, reckoned from the first entry date. Official passport (Diplomatic, Service and Special) holders, who are not members of official delegations, are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Canada : Official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Cape Verde: Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holder Cape Verde citizens with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit, provided that certain conditions are fulfilled, may obtain 30-day single-entry e-visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr .

Central African Republic: Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Chad : Diplomatic and official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Chile : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

People's Republic of China:  Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days.

Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa. These passport holders can obtain their 30 days single entry e-Visas via the web site  www.evisa.gov.tr .

Colombia : Colombian nationals holding diplomatic, official and ordinary passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Comoros : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Costa Rika:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days.

Cote d’Ivoire: Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Croatia :Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Cuba : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Czech Republic:  Official and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Democratic Republic of Congo:  Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days within any 180 days period. Ordinary and service passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Denmark : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Djibouti : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 6 months starting from the first entry date. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Dominica : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Dominican Republic:  Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders can obtain three month-multiple entry e-Visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr. They can also get their visas from Turkish diplomatic representations abroad or they can obtain their three month-multiple entry visas upon their arrival to Türkiye at the ports of entry.

East Timor:  Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

East Timor citizens may get their 30 days single entry e-Visas via the web site  www.evisa.gov.tr .

Ecuador : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Egypt : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders may obtain their 30-day single-entry e-Visas via www.evisa.gov.tr , provided that they have a valid Schengen or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit and that they travel to Türkiye with Turkish Airlines or Egypt Air.

Besides, those ordinary passport holders who are under 20 or over 45 years old may get their 30-day single-entry e-Visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr .

El Salvador:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Equatorial Guinea: Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holder Equatorial Guinean citizens with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit, provided that certain conditions are fulfilled, may obtain 30-day single-entry e-visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr. Diplomatic, official and service passport holder citizens of Equatorial Guinea are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period.

Eritrea : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Estonia : Official and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 6 months starting from the first entry date.

Eswatini : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Ethiopia : Ethiopian nationals holding diplomatic passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Official/service and ordinary passport holders are required to have visa.

Fiji : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. These passport holders may obtain their one-month single-entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr . They can also get their 90-day multiple-entry visas from Turkish missions.

Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Finland : Official and Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days starting from the first entry date.

France : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Gabon : Ordinary passport holder citizens of Gabon are required to obtain visa to enter Türkiye. Diplomatic, service and official passport holder citizens of Gabon are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period.

Gambia : Ordinary, special and service passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Georgia : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Germany : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Ghana : Diplomatic passport holders are exempt from visa for their travel to Türkiye up to 90 days within 180 days. Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Greece : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Grenada : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. They can obtain three month multiple entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr . Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Guatemala : Official and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Guinea : Guinean nationals holding diplomatic passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Official/service and ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Guinea-Bissau: Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Diplomatic and official passport holder citizens of Guinea-Bissau are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period.

Guyana : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days.

Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye and they can get their 15 day period visas from Turkish diplomatic representations abroad.

Greek Cypriot Administration:  Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Both official and ordinary passport holders may obtain their 30-day single-entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr .

Haiti : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Honduras:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of PRC:  Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the PRC: Ordinary and official “Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China ( SAR ) Passport” holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Hong Kong citizens who have "British National Overseas Passport" are subject to visa and they can obtain their three month period multiple entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr  Holders of "Document of Identity for Visa Purposes-Hong Kong (D.I)" must get their visas from the Turkish diplomatic or consular missions abroad.

Hungary : Official and Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days reckoned from the date of first entry.

Iceland : Ordinary and Official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

India : Diplomatic passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels to Türkiye up to 90 days. Ordinary, Special and Service passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary, Special and Service passport holders with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their single entry e-Visas valid for one month via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr , provided that they meet certain conditions.

Indonesia : Ordinary passport holders are exempt from visa up to 30 days for each entry provided that they do not exceed 90 days in any 180 day period. Indonesian nationals holding diplomatic and official/service passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days.

Iran : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Iraq : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their single entry e-Visas valid for one month e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr , provided that they meet certain conditions.

Ireland : Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Israel : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Italy : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Jamaica : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. They can obtain three month multiple entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr . Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Japan : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Jordan : Diplomatic, official and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels with touristic purposes and transit to/from Türkiye up to 90 days within six months starting from the first entry date. Diplomatic and official passport holders, who are appointed to the diplomatic, consular missions or representations of international organizations accredited in Türkiye, are exempted from visa for the period of their assignments. Truck and bus drivers and co-drivers, crew members of civil airplanes, trains and ships, engaged in international transport of goods and passengers, are exempted from visa for their travels and transit to/from Türkiye, up to 90 days within six months, starting from the first entry date.

Kazakhstan : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period.

Kenya : Citizens of Kenya holding diplomatic, official, service and special passport are exempted from visa for their travels and transit to/from Türkiye up to 90 days within 180 days, starting from the first entry date. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Kiribati : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Kosovo : Citizens of Kosova holding diplomatic, official and ordinary passport are exempted from visa for their travels with touristic purposes and transit to/from Türkiye up to 90 days within six months, starting from the first entry date.

Kuwait : Official and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within last 180 days.

Kyrgyzstan : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Laos : Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days within any 180 days period. Ordinary and other types of official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Latvia : Official and Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days.

Lebanon : Official and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels with touristic purposes and transit to/from Türkiye up to 90 days within six months, starting from the first entry date. Diplomatic and official passport holders, who are appointed to the diplomatic, consular missions or representations of international organizations accredited in Türkiye, are exempted from visa for the period of their assignments. Truck and bus drivers and co-drivers, crew members of civil airplanes, trains and ships, engaged in international transport of goods and passengers, are exempted from visa for their travels and transit to/from Türkiye, up to 90 days within six months, starting from the first entry date.

Lesotho : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Liberia : Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Libya : Diplomatic and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within any six months. Ordinary passport holder Libyan citizens, under the age of 16 and above the age of 45 are exempted from visa up to 90 days within any 180 day period for their touristic visits. Ordinary passport holders between the age of 16 and 45 are required to have visa. Ordinary passport holders between those ages with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their one month period single entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr . 

Liechtenstein : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Lithuania : Official and Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days starting from the first entry date.

Luxemburg : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Macao Special Administration:  Ordinary and official Macao Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 30 days.

Madagascar : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Malawi : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Malaysia : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Maldives : Official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 30 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. They can obtain three month multiple entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr .

Mali : Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Official/service and ordinary passport holders are required to have visa.

Malta : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Marshall Islands:  Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Mauritania : Official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Mauritius : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. They can obtain one month multiple entry e-Visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr or three month period multi entry visas from Turkish diplomatic representations abroad. 

Mexico : Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary and service/official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Holders of such passports may get their 90-day multiple-entry visas from Turkish missions abroad or obtain their 30-day single-entry e-visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr .

Micronesia : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Moldova : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days starting from the date of first entry.

Monaco : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Mongolia : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempt from visa up to 30 days for their touristic visits to Türkiye.

Montenegro : Official and Ordinary passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 6 months starting from the first entry date.

Morocco : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Mozambique : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter into Türkiye.

Diplomatic and service passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days starting from the date of first entry on condition that their passport has at least 6 months validity.

Myanmar (Burma):  Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Namibia : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Nauru : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders can get their 15 day period visas from Turkish diplomatic representations abroad.

Nepal : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Official passport holders can get one month period visas and ordinary passport holders can get 15 day period visas from from the Turkish diplomatic or consular missions abroad. Nepalese passport holders with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their single entry e-Visas valid for one month via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr , provided that they meet certain conditions.

Netherlands : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

New Zealand:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Nicaragua : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Niger : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Diplomatic and service passport holder citizens of Niger are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period.

Nigeria : Ordinary, official/service passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

North Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea) : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

North Macedonia : North Macedonian nationals holding diplomatic, service and ordinary passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Northern Mariana Islands:  Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Norway : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

On the other hand, Norwegian citizens who will travel to Türkiye from Norway for touristic purposes are exempt from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period, by using their national identity cards with chips instead of their passports until 31 December 2022 .

Oman : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Pakistan : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels to Türkiye up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders with a valid Schengen, USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their one month single entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr .

Palau Republic:  Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Palestine : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holder Palestine citizens with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit, provided that certain conditions are fulfilled, may obtain 30-day single-entry e-visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr  . Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their official or touristic visits up to 90 days in any 180 day period. Holders of other types of official passports are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Panama : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days within 180 days starting from the first entry date.

Papua New Guinea : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Paraguay : Official and Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 6 months starting from the first entry date.

Peru : Official and Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days.

Philippines : Nationals of the Philippines holding diplomatic and official/service passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days.

Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa. Holders of such passports may obtain their 30-day single-entry e-visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr , provided that they have a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit.

Poland : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Portugal : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Qatar : Diplomatic, service, special and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels with touristic purposes and transit to/from Türkiye up to 90 days within six months, starting from the first entry date.

Republic of Congo : Congolese nationals holding diplomatic passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Official/service and ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Romania : Official and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels with touristic purposes up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Identity card holder Romania citizens are exempted from visa for their travels with touristic purposes up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Russian Federation:  Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their touristic and business travels up to 60 days. Service passport holders are exempted from visa up to 30 days on condition that not to exceed 90 days within any 180 days period. Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Rwanda : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Diplomatic and service passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period.

St. Christopher (St. Kitts) & Nevis : Nationals of St. Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis holding diplomatic, official/service and ordinary passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

St Lucia : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. They can obtain three month multiple entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr .

St Vincent and the Grenadines : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye and can obtain three month-multiple entry e-Visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr. They can also get their visas from Turkish diplomatic representations abroad or they can obtain their three month-multiple entry visas upon their arrival to Türkiye at the ports of entry.

San Marino:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Sao Tome and Principe : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Saudi Arabia:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Senegal : Senegalese nationals holding diplomatic passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Official/service and ordinary passport holders are required to have visa. Senegalese passport holders with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their one month period single entry e-visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr . 

Serbia : Diplomatic, official and ordinary passport holders and holders of travel document are exempted from visa for their travels with touristic purposes and transit to/from Türkiye up to 90 days within six months, starting from the first entry date. Diplomatic and official passport holders, who are appointed to the diplomatic, consular missions or representations of international organizations accredited in Türkiye, are exempted from visa for the period of their assignments. Truck and bus drivers and co-drivers, crew members of civil airplanes, trains and ships, engaged in international transport of goods and passengers, are exempted from visa for their travels and transit to/from Türkiye, up to 90 days within six months, starting from the first entry date.

Seychelles : Seychelles nationals holding diplomatic, official or ordinary passports are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period.

Sierra Leone : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Diplomatic and service passport holder citizens of Sierra Leone are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period.

Singapore : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Slovakia : Ordinary passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels to Türkiye with touristic purposes up to 90 days within 180 days, starting from the first entry date. Official passport holders are exempt from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days, starting from the first entry date.

Slovenia : Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels to Türkiye with touristic purposes up to 90 days within 180 days, starting from the first entry date. Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels to Türkiye up to 90 days within six months.

Solomon Islands : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders can get their 15 day period visas from Turkish diplomatic representations abroad.

Somalia : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

South Africa : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. They can obtain three-month period multiple entry visas from Turkish representations abroad or one month period single entry visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr. Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days.

Republic of Korea (South Korea):  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

South Sudan: Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels and transit to/from Türkiye up to 90 days within 180 days, starting from the first entry date. Ordinary, service and special passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Spain : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Sri Lanka : Official and ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Sri Lankan nationals with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their one month period single entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr .

Sudan : Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels and transit to/from Türkiye up to 90 days within 180 days, starting from the first entry date. Ordinary, service and special passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Surinam : Diplomatic and service passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days within any 180 days period. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holder Surinamese citizens may obtain 30-day single-entry e-visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr .

Surinamese nationals may obtain their 30-day single-entry e-visas via the website   www.evisa.gov.tr .

Sweden : Official and Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days starting from the first entry date.

Switzerland : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Syria : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Taiwan : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders may get their single entry e-Visas valid for one month via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr , provided that they meet certain conditions.

Tajikistan : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Diplomatic passport holders are exempt from visa for up to 90 days in any 180 days. Service passport holders are exempt from visa for up to 60 days in any 180 days. Service passport holders who are appointed to the diplomatic, consular missions or representations of international organizations accredited in Türkiye, and their family members are exempted from visa for the period of their assignments.

Tanzania : Tanzanian nationals holding diplomatic and service passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa.

Thailand : Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days. Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Togo : Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180 day period. Ordinary and other types of official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Tonga : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Trinidad and Tobago:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Tunisia : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa.

Turkmenistan : Official passport holders are exempt from visa requirement for their travels to Türkiye up to 30 days . Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Tuvalu : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Uganda : Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Ukraine : Ukrainian nationals holding diplomatic and official/service passport are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days. Ukrainian nationals may use their valid biometric identity cards for their direct travels from Ukraine to Türkiye.

United Arab Emirates:  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

United Kingdom:  Diplomatic and ordinary passport holders (British citizens) are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Service and special passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. UK passports holders with “British National Overseas", “British Subject” and “British Protected Person” nationality are subjected to visa and they can only get their visas from the Turkish diplomatic or consular missions abroad.

United States of America:  Official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Uruguay : Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Uzbekistan : Diplomatic and ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa up to 90 days within any 180 day period. Other types of official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Vanuatu : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. Ordinary passport holders can get their 15 day period visa from Turkish diplomatic representations abroad.

Vatican (Holy See):  Ordinary and official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Venezuela : Ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days in each six-month period. Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days.

Vietnam : Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. These passport holders with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their one month period single entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr . Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

Western Samoa : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Yemen : Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels up to 30 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye. These passport holders with a valid Schengen members or USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their one month period single entry e-Visas via the website  www.evisa.gov.tr .

Zambia : Diplomatik passport holders are exempt from visa for their travel to Türkiye for up to 90 days within 180 days. Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

Zimbabwe : Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Türkiye.

How to Apply for a Turkey Tourist Visa in Qatar

Turkey has a rich culture. It is influenced by Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. The country offers a wide range of attractions, making it an ideal destination.

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Philippine passport holders require a tourist visa to visit Turkey. The Turkish Visa Application Center processes visa applications, but the final decision rests with the embassy or consulate. Applicants need to visit the processing center to provide biometric data.

Turkish Visitor Visa for Filipinos

Turkey is a great country to visit because of its rich history. It boasts a diverse mix of cultures from Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Additionally, its cuisine is delectable, offering a culinary delight. So, why not consider visiting Turkey for your upcoming vacation?

If you hold a Philippine passport, you need to apply for a tourist visa to visit Turkey. You have the option to process the application independently or seek the assistance of a third-party service. Regardless, you will be required to personally appear at the visa processing center for fingerprinting .

Requirements for Visitor Visa Application

If you have decided to visit Turkey as a tourist, the next step is to apply for a tourist visa. Here are the requirements, as seen in the blog Pointandshootwanderlust.com, that you need to fulfill before confirming your appointment at the embassy:

• Passport: It must be valid for at least 6 months and have 2 blank pages
• Photocopy of the passport’s data page: Printed it on A4 paper
• Previous visa (if applicable): Provide a copy
• Original and photocopy of a valid Qatar residence permit: Print the copy on A4 paper and ensure it is valid for at least 3 months
• Two ID photo with a white background: They should measure 50 x 60 mm and be taken within the last 6 months
• Employment letter: The letter, made within the month, should contain details about your salary, position, duration of employment, certification of your return to Qatar after the trip, and bear the company seal and employer’s signature
• Bank statement: Submit a bank statement from the last 3 months, showing sufficient funds (around QR10,000) for the trip. The statement must have the official stamp, signature of the bank, and be issued within the last 10 days. 
• Proof of hotel reservation or accommodation in Turkey: If you have an invitation letter, a hotel reservation is not required. Otherwise, present a printed copy. 
• Flight reservation: Provide proof of roundtrip flight reservation
• Travel health/ medical insurance: It should have a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 and be valid for 15 days
• Proposed itinerary: Include the places you plan to visit each day
• Visa application form: Complete the form as part of the application process

Additional documents that may be requested during your application:

• Birth certificate
• Marriage certificate
• Turkey residence document (if you used to reside there)
• Proof of property ownership in Qatar (if applicable)
• Proof of property ownership in Turkey (if applicable)
• Bank account statement from a Turkish bank (if applicable)
• Relevant documents for dual citizens
• If the applicant is a minor traveling alone, a consent letter signed by both parents is required. Both parents should submit the letter with the application
• Please remember that all documents must be in English.

Procedure for Visa Application

• Once you have your documents ready, schedule an appointment with the approved visa processing center at the Turkey embassy
• During your visit to the center, you will need to provide biometrics
• Submit your documents and pay the visa and service fees. Please bring cash for payment. You will receive a reference number.
• The visa processing time is approximately 20 days

Tip for applicants: Place your requirements in a transparent plastic container when going to the visa processing center. Note that bags of all kinds are not permitted inside. 

Fees for Visa Processing

The current visa fees for Tukey is as follows:

• Single entry     2.304,20 TL
• Multiple entry  7.718,70 TL

Please note that the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs determines the visa fee based on nationality. However, it is important to verify the current cost when processing your application.

Video on Tourist Visa Application

Check out this YouTube video from WaHired Today for additional tips on successfully applying for a tourist visa. The video covers topics like preparing your bank statement, finding affordable accommodation, and budgeting your pocket money.

The vlogger also provides links to resources for finding cheap accommodation and flights. These references can assist you in preparing for your trip. Additionally, you can compare information with friends and relatives who have previously visited Turkey.

You can watch the full video here:

Disclaimer: The information posted here is based on personal experiences that the OFW shared in the video. Please let this post serve as a guide only. If you have specific questions, you may ask the OFW by commenting on their video or on their social media accounts.

Map of the Turkish Embassy in Qatar

Contact Details of the Turkish Embassy 

• Address: Al Istiqlal Street No. 21 Dafna Doha, Qatar Post Address PO Box 1977 Doha, Qatar
• Telephone: 00 974 495 13 00
• Fax: 00 974 495 13 20
• Email: [email protected]
• Web: http:// doha.emb.mfa.gov.tr

How to Get to Turkey From Qatar

To travel from Qatar to Turkey, the flight duration from Doha to Istanbul is approximately 4 hours. Various airlines operate flights between the two countries, including Qatar Airways, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air Arabia, and Royal Jordanian. Depending on your specific travel plans, you can choose to fly to destinations such as Adana, Ankara, Antalya, Sabiha Gokcen , or Istanbul.

Popular Destinations in Turkey

Turkey offers a wide array of attractions, whether you prefer beaches, city life, or historical sites. With 18 UNESCO World Heritage sites, the country has much to offer.

Consider these suggestions when planning your itinerary:

Adana is home to nature parks and beaches. In Aladag District, you can go to  the Aladag Kup Waterfall and experience its ice cold water. It is also a quiet place where you can enjoy hearing the birds as you walk around. If you prefer to see unique architecture, then go see the railroad on the Varda Bridge. 

Ankara, the country’s capital, is home to both modern museums and historical ruins. The Ankara Castle is a famous destination, dating back to the Ottoman period. There is also the Roman Bath Ruins that dates back to the 3rd century. Three hours away from Ankara is Cappadocia, where you can ride the hot air balloon.

Antalya is where you can go if you want to enjoy modern tourist destinations. There is the Land of Legends theme park, which is fondly called the Disneyland of Antalya. On the other hand, there is the Selfie Park Antalya where you can take photos from one of its various settings. Elsewhere, you can also go on a cruise, go on a jeep safari. or ride the cable car.

Istanbul is one of the unique cities in the world because it spans two continents: Asia and Europe. When you walk around the city, you can see the remnants of old buildings that reflect the country’s rich history. You can visit iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.

Sabiha Gokcen is an airport on the Asian side of Istanbul. If you are on a layover in Istanbul, you will still have time to go to the mall or the park. There is also time to try some Turkish Kebab. 

Each destination has its own distinct charm, ensuring an unforgettable experience in Turkey.

Do’s and Don’ts When Visiting Turkey

When traveling to a different culture, it’s essential to be mindful of local customs and traditions. Here are some important guidelines to follow when in Turkey:

When visiting mosques, ensure you dress modestly, covering your shoulders and knees. Avoid going during prayer times.

There are also certain protocols when interacting with Turkish people. For one, it would help to know basic words and phrases for “please” and “thank you.” Solo male tourists should also be prevented from talking or sitting close next to young or female Turkish women. 

In bars and restaurants, tourists are not supposed to drink alcohol excessively. Moderate drinking is allowed, but being outright will be frowned upon. In addition, smoking is prohibited. 

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I apply for e-visa instead?

Yes, Philippine passport holders have the option to apply for an eVisa. During the application process, you can choose between a single-entry or multiple-entry visa. The validity of the visa will be determined by the Turkish authorities, ranging from 30 to 90 days. The application is submitted online, and the visa confirmation will be sent to you via email.

• Can I extend my stay in Turkey?

The possibility of extending your visa depends on your nationality and visa eligibility. If eligible, you can renew your visa at the local immigration office. It is important to confirm the specific requirements with the immigration office, as they may be subject to change.

For Philippine passport holders planning to visit Turkey, the first step is to apply for a tourist visa. The basic requirements include the application form, passport, photograph, bank statement, and employment certificate. Additional documents may be requested by the authorities. You will need to schedule an appointment at an embassy-approved visa processing center to submit your documents. After paying the fees, you will receive a reference number, which you will use to collect your visa. The visa processing time is approximately 20 days. 

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How to apply for Turkey tourist visa in Qatar

Planning to travel to Turkey (Türkiye) soon from Qatar? To help you achieve your travel plans, here’s a guide on how to apply for Turkey Tourist Visa in Qatar for Filipinos and other nationalities!

As one of the transcontinental countries where East meets West, Turkey (Türkiye) is also one of the most popular destinations in the world , especially its largest city Istanbul. As such, a lot of expats in the Middle East especially in Gulf countries (like Qatar) include it on their travel lists.

Do I need a tourist visa to visit Turkey (Türkiye)?

Do Qatar residents need a tourist visa for Turkey?

For the purposes of tourism, Turkey issues the regular sticker visa as well as e-visa. You can check here if you want to know if your country of origin needs a tourist visa or e-visa to enter Turkey . Some nationalities are also allowed to enter Turkey just with their national I.D .

Filipinos can get 30 days single entry visa via e-visa or sticker visa through the Turkish Embassy.

You can also check the visa policy of Turkey here, although it’s always better to go to the Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs website or the Consular Procedures website.

Where to apply for a Turkish sticker tourist visa in Qatar? [2023]

Mosaic visa.

• Location: 3rd Floor (301), Jaidah Square, Al Matar Street (Airport Road) Doha, Qatar
• Submission: 8 am – 3:30 pm (Saturday – Thursday, except for public holidays)
• Passport collection: 1 pm – 5 pm (Saturday – Thursday, except for public holidays)
• Phone: +974 3106 2114
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.mosaicvisa.com

Documents required for Turkey tourist visa applicants from Qatar

Note: We processed our visa application with VFS Global in 2017 , the same office where Mosaic Visa is now.

Here is the list of requirements that you must have before setting an appointment for your Turkey Tourist Visa:

Important: All documents must have an English version

• Passport (valid for at least 6 months upon arrival in Turkey and have a minimum of 2 blank pages available
• Copy of passport’s data page (A4 size)
• Previously obtained Turkey, Schengen, UK, USA visa copies (if any)
• Valid residence permit in Qatar and its copy (A4 size)
• 2 biometric recent photo (50 x 60 mm) and white background with a frontal view of the face. The photo should have been no older than 6 months)
• Original employment letter (the letter should not be older than 1 month)
• Financial status document: Bank account statements for at least 3 months showing salary transfer with adequate funds available (details below)
• Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation in Turkey (covering the intended days in Turkey)
• Round trip flight reservation
• Travel medical insurance
• Signed letter explaining the purpose of travel (written in English or Turkish)
• Visa application form
• If necessary, birth certificate or marriage certificate (Translated to English or Turkish)
• If previously resided in Turkey, residence document
• Documents of properties in Qatar belonging to person (title deed, license, etc) – if any
• Documents of properties in Turkey belonging to person (title deed, license, etc) – if any
• Bank account statements in Turkey – if any
• If dual citizen, the relevant document
• For minors, if traveling unaccompanied by parents, consent letter signed by both parents. Both parents should come and submit the application of the minor applicant

Visa application form should be filled and signed.

Valid residence permit should be valid for at least 3 months from the date of submission

Sponsor letter (Employment Letter) should mention salary, position, duration of employment, duration of vacation leave, documentation proving the applicant will return to Qatar, contact details, and official seal and signature.

Letter of invitation is not needed if a hotel reservation is available.

Make sure to submit a printed copy of your hotel and flight reservations .

Financial status document pertains to your bank certificate (please see details below how to get a bank certificate). Bank account statements (3 months) should show salary transfer with adequate funds available (QR 10,000) and is originally stamped and signed by the bank). It should not be older than 10 days.

Round trip flight reservation: It’s highly recommended not to buy flight ticket before the visa is granted. Reservation/booking is acceptable.

Valid travel health/medical insurance should cover the entire period of intended stay in Turkey and the minimum coverage shall be EUR 30,000 and 15 days. It should include repatriation expenses. For the travel cards, travel policy will be required. If applying for multiple, insurance must be valid for at least 1 year.

Photo specifications for Turkey (Türkiye) Visa

Your photograph should be 50×60 mm with white background and not older than 6 months. The face should be a minimum of 31 mm and a maximum of 36 mm. The photograph should show your face clearly with a neutral expression and without the hair tucked behind the ear.

You can have your photo taken at any of the photography studios in the country. Just let them know of the photo requirements beforehand. Usually, there are photo studios or digital print shops in malls or supermarkets.

Where to download the Visa Application Form

You can download the Turkey Visa Application form at the MFA website .

Hotel and flight reservations

Instead of just reserving flights, we already booked our flights via Pegasus Airlines months before our trip. You can, however, present a flight reservation instead of confirmed flights.

Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines also fly direct from Doha to Istanbul.

As for the hotel reservation, we booked our hotels in Istanbul and Cappadocia , via Booking.com.

How to get a Bank Certificate in Qatar

Just proceed to your local bank and request a bank certificate for 3 months. You only need to present your QID and Debit Card. The payment will be automatically deducted from your debit account. One month is 10 QAR (Commercial Bank rate). After printing the bank certificate (signed & stamped), you’re good to go.

Take note that the bank certificate I requested was only for my current/savings account.

Where to get valid health insurance

There are a lot of companies in Qatar where you can get your travel insurance, like AXA or QIC. Mosaic Visa also offers travel health insurance services inside their office, which is guaranteed by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

How much are the fees for Turkey tourist visa application?

How much is a tourist visa to Turkey? Here are Mosaic Visa’s Fees (as of April 2023) :

According to Mosaic Visa, please refrain from bringing the following items during your appointment date:

Due to the security reasons, the following items are restricted to be brought into or stored in the Application Center:

• Firearms, explosives
• Sharp objects
• Flammable materials
• Battery-operated or electronic devices (laptops, cameras, etc)
• Sealed envelopes or packages
• All bags such as travel bags, backpack, briefcase, luggage, leather / jute / textile bags and zippered document holders, etc. Only permitted is the plastic file which contains documents related to your application.

Turkey Tourist Visa Application in Qatar

You can submit your Turkey tourist sticker visa requirements at your chosen Turkey Embassy-approved visa center. According to Mosaic Visa, visa applications must be made 90 days before travel .

After completing all the required documents set an appointment with a Turkey visa application center. Applicants must be present during submission as the Turkey visa requires fingerprint enrollment (biometric).

Payment: Don’t forget to bring cash to pay for the visa and service fees.

On the day of your appointment, make sure to get there at least 15 minutes in advance. After submitting the complete documents and paying for the visa and service fees, we were given the receipt with the Reference number (code). The officer informed us that the Turkey tourist visa  processing time is approximately 7 – 10 working days (although in an earlier email 15 working days was the indicated processing time, depending on the Turkish embassy).

Note: We got our visa in 6 days. I heard that during peak months, it can take up to 20 days of processing time.

How to Apply for Turkey (Türkiye) e-Visa (online Visa)

Getting an e-visa is so fast and easy as per the Turkey MFA, you can finish it within 3 minutes as long as you have your valid travel document (passport) and valid credit or debit card.

See the video below for more info on the 3 step process:

For more information on the Turkey e-visa before you apply online, check out the information here and here at the e-visa portal run by the Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Check for e-visa fees here or at the Apply button.

As for Filipinos, we can only apply for the 30-day single-entry e-visa if you have the following valid visa or residence permit already: Schengen, USA, Ireland, or the UK. Visa Fee is 20 USD. Payment options for Turkey e-visa application: Mastercard, VISA, or UnionPay credit card.

Applicant must also prove that a return ticket, hotel reservation, and a minimum of 50 USD per day are available.

Do take note that when filling up your details, that everything matches on your passport, or else you would have to re-apply and pay again for another e-visa!

If you have inquiries regarding the process or any relevant issue, you  contact the Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs .

Disclaimer: I only applied for the Turkey Tourist Visa (sticker) and not the e-visa. I’m also not affiliated with any visa application center and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs so if you have any questions not covered by their INFO and FAQ pages, best to email them directly. 😉

Where to go and what to see in Turkey (Türkiye)

Straddling two continents, there is an abundance of places to see and experience – from famous mosques and museums like Blue Mosque and Aya Sofya in Istanbul, the Roman Empire ruins in Ephesus, the unique landscape of Cappadocia with its fairy chimneys, the travertine terraces of Pamukkale, the mammoth stone heads at Mount Nemrut’s summit, beaches near the Mediterranean side, and many more.

Read here if you need 10 more reasons to travel to Turkey !

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Darlene is currently on the road again and traveling full-time after being an expat/overseas Filipino worker in Qatar. She's rediscovering what it means to travel solo and in her 30s while working on her blogs.

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This is a very practical and useful guide, Darlene. I will make sure to share your post with my friends who have been asking me about the visa process in Turkey 😉

November 28, 2017

Thank you, Agness! Glad you found this guide useful! 🙂

Jmaxbackpacker

November 3, 2017.

Hey Darlene, The last news I have heard is that US and Turkey have suspended their visa services with each other due to some diplomatic incident last October. So I am not sure whether Turkey stilm honors E Visa for US Visa holders. So better for the readers to email the consulate.

November 4, 2017

Yup, I heard the news. E-visa services for US citizens are suspended. But no news from the Turkey government whether they are not honoring US Visa as a prerequisite to getting an e-visa for other nationalities. I am always on the lookout for updates, though.

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• Identity card
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• Passport and/or document used as a passport / legal/official document accepted as a passport by the issuing nation
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You can travel with a passport or passport substitute (accepted for international travel). Your transit or destination country may require a visa.

Because countries may change their visa policies over time, we recommend that you obtain information on the current visa policy for your destination country from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the country’s embassy websites .

You must have a valid passport to travel abroad. If you are obtaining a passport for the first time or renewing it, please remember the process can take several days.

For more information on documents required for the passport application, and to make an appointment, please see Türkiye's Ministry of Interior Passport Services page (link in Turkish).

Visas and other documents

Countries may change their visa policies over time. As such, we recommend that you consult the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and embassy websites to learn about the current visa policy of your destination country.

Private security information (APIS)

Countries require visitors to provide personal information known as Advanced Passenger Information (API) or Advanced Passenger Information System (APIS). This information must be collected by the airline before the passenger boards the flight.

You will need to provide this information during the reservation process to ensure that you can use other self-service check-in options.

Information required for APIS:

• Name and surname (as written in the passport)
• Date of birth
• Nationality
• Passport number
• Passport expiration date
• Passport’s country of issue
• Country of residence
• Address of your accommodation on the first night
• Green Card number (if any)
• Redress Control Number (if any)

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How can apis information be added.

You can add APIS information for your purchased tickets via the Manage My Bookings tab on our website.

According to new regulations, children are no longer permitted to travel on a parent’s passport. Your children must have their own passports and visas.

Important notices

• Check your passport for any damage. Make sure that the passport book is not completely or partially detached from its container, and that the plastic sheet on the photo page is not separated or torn.
• Make sure that there is a blank page in your passport for the entry-exit stamp of your international travels.
• Passport, ID and ticket information in travel documents must be the same. For name changes, it is necessary to renew the passport or submit the official letter (marriage certificate, divorce decree, etc.) to the officer during the trip.
• If your valid visa is in an old passport (expired, no blank pages, old-style passport, etc.), you should contact the consulate of the country you are traveling to.
• Since the validity period of the passport differs according to the country of travel, make sure that the validity period of your passport is sufficient and that your passport is not damaged (torn, scraped, erased, etc.). In addition, the signature box must be signed by the passenger.
• If you have a connecting flight, please review the visa regulations for the transit country, including whether an airport transit visa is required and the exemption conditions for visa-free transit.
• Some Arab countries cannot be entered if there is a valid or invalid Israeli visa or entry-exit stamp in the passport.
• You can also travel to Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, Azerbaijan and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus with your new Turkish ID card without passport. Child passengers must also have a new type Turkish ID card with a photo. Temporary Ids are not valid to travel to these countries.
• Additional documents (consent letter, etc.) may be required for infant and child passengers traveling with one or both parents/legal guardian.

Turkey Visa Application Center is the sole institution officially authorized to receive visa applications for Turkey in Qatar.

No. Turkey Visa Application Center is only obliged to forward the applications to Embassy/Consulate and the visa decision is only given by Embassy/Consulate. Employees of Turkey Visa Application Center have no positive or negative impact on the visa decision. If you encountered the claim that employees of Turkey Visa Application Center you claim to have an influence on the visa decision, then please notify it to authorized officers of Turkey Visa Application Center.

Official passport holders are exempted from visa for their travels to Turkey up to 90 days. Ordinary passport holders are required to have visa to enter Turkey. Some Ordinary passport holders with a valid Schengen, USA, UK, Ireland visa or residence permit may get their one month single entry e-Visas via the website www.evisa.gov.tr. If you are a citizen of another country, please click here to learn if you are needed to receive visa for Turkey.

No. You can only make your visa applications at Turkey Visa Application centers, which is the sole authorized body.

A Turkey visa affixed on the passport, by means of which you can travel via aircrafts and land vehicles, for which you can apply at Turkey Visa Application Centers, with long-term and single- or multi-entry if approved by Consulate/Embassy.

A single-use Turkey visa which is not affixed on the passport, for 30 days valid for 6 months, by means of which you can only travel via aircrafts.

Unless there is a case of urgency applicant cannot apply without an appointment

You can schedule your appointment only by calling our call Center or Email us On: +974 44953666 / [email protected]

No. You must personally submit your visa application at Turkey Visa Application Centers.

For our Visa Application Center working hours please click the link below.

For our contact details in Qatar please apply for the link below.

Please click the link below for address details and directions.

To make your visa application, first you need to know the type of your visa. Please click here to inquire your visa type and relevant documents.

No, the Turkish Embassy in Qatar does not accept visa application with missing documentation.

Your passport should be more than 6 months valid if you want to apply for Turkish Visa. If you have less than 6 months remaining, we recommend that you re-new your passport before your application.

Qatar nationals are exempt from a visa fee however for foreign national’s visa fees may differ according to type of visa and the number of times a visa has been sustained. Service fees is an additional charge that must be paid to the Visa Application Center and the service fee is QAR 183 per application. The service fees may differ according to the duration of your travel health insurance and other additional services you may use during your application. For detailed information about our fees please click the link.

Depended children that are traveling with one parent then an affidavit that is NOC from other parent is requested along with parent’s contact details. And similarly, if child is travelling with relatives then affidavit from both parents are required. (Additionally, if parents are separated then affidavit and separation certificate is required or if one parent is dead the death certificate is required.)

Certain applicants need a special permit. Individuals who are forbidden entry into Turkey, applicants of certain foreigners, persons who want to apply for a residency permit from Turkey etc. These types of applications are requested for a special permit and after applications are made, approval from Ankara shall be granted. We would like to remind you that these types of applications usually take from 15 days up to 1 month to be processed. You may contact our call center for further clarification and information.

We recommend that applicants who are required a special permit to provide detailed and strong documentation. After applying for a visa through our preliminary application center you will be invited for an interview at the Consulate or Embassy. Your application will be sent electronically to Ankara. According to the decision the representatives makes in Ankara, your visa result will be declared to you during your interview at the consulate.

The processing time of your application shall differ according to the volume of work the Embassy/Consulate has during that time period. Occasionally the processing times could be delayed, hence it is advisable for the applicant to apply 90 days prior to their travel date. Application process usually takes around 15 working days under regular circumstances.

After the Embassy/Consulate reviews your application file, they may decide for an interview. In the event of a interview request, the date and time of the interview shall be informed directly to the applicant via our staff in our preliminary application center.

We recommend that applicants who are required a special permit to provide detailed and strong documentation. An invitation letter notarized from Turkey, documentation proving employment status, ownership of properties (if available,) bank account details etc. are required to be presented. Applicants who are forbidden entry are requested a special permit to entry hence the application can take from 15 days up to 1 month to be processed. For further clarification and detailed information, you may contact our call center on 0097444953666

Please click the link below for further information.

In the event of traveling with aircraft, and not leaving the transit area the applicant does not need to obtain a visa. If there shall be a short stay in Turkey, or the return shall also be done over Turkey, you may need to obtain a transit visa. We recommend you examine our information and documentation section on transit visa or call our call center team for further information.

You may obtain a Travel Health Insurance from all our Turkey Visa Application centers. We kindly would like to remind applicants that Travel Health Insurance obtained from elsewhere shall not be accepted for the visa application.

After providing a statement declaring request of withdrawal if the Consulate/Embassy approves cancelation may be processed. Applications may take up to a couple of days. We kindly would like to remind applicants that refunds are not processed for cancellations.

After the application has been made, the file will be sent to the Embassy/Consulate, and once processed applicant’s passport will return to our preliminary visa application center. In every stage during the application process, and as soon as the passport reaches Turkey Visa Application center an information text message will be shared with the applicant if the applicant request to benefit this service. Additionally, the application may be tracked from our webpage, section that states follow your application enter link by using your passport number or via calling our call center team on 00974 44953666

You may receive your passport from our visa application center alongside your ID and payment receipt that has been provided during your application.

Only first-degree relatives may pick up your passport. (For instance, mother, father, siblings or children), they can pick up your passport using the payment invoice that has been given during your application alongside your ID proving your relationship. Apart from this exception no other third party may collect your passport.

You need your national Identity Card and the proof of payment receipt issued by our Preliminary Turkish visa application center in order to collect your passport.

Please click the link below for Turkish Visa Application Center passport delivery times.

Currently our Qatar offices do not provide this service. We shall provide this service shortly.

Please click the link below, to check the required details for a biometric photo for your visa application.

Yes, all our branches provide a photocopies service.

You may receive the following services at the Turkish Visa Application Center: Photocopying, photograph, travel health insurance, biometric photograph and Premium Lounge Services. These additional services shall ease your application process.

Additional services could be used upon request and are not compulsory, the usage of these services shall not affect your application in a positive or negative manner.

Turkey Visa applicants may utilize Premium Lounge Services in our application centers. Your visa process shall proceed in a very quick manner in our specially designed offices for you, alongside treats that shall be served. We would kindly like to note that utilizing our premium lounge services will not have an effect in the Embassy/Consulates decision in regards of your visa application process.

No, an Electronic visa is a single-entry visa type valid for only 30 days and can only be utilized during travel with aircraft. To travel through highway to Turkey you need to apply for a sticker visa from our application centers.

We will provide this service soon.

After receiving your passport back, the points that you have to check in your visa:

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Visa requirements for citizens of Qatar travelling to Turkey :

Visa-free travel

Citizens of Qatar do not require a visa to travel to Turkey.

They may remain in Turkey for an allowed stay of up to 90 days.

Check current immunisation requirements before travelling.

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Capital: Ankara

Location: Western Asia

Currency: Turkish Lira

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How to apply Tourist Visa for Turkey in Qatar?

Türkiye, or the Republic of Turkey, is a country that is primarily situated in Anatolia in Western Asia and has a tiny presence in the Balkans in Southeast Europe. Turkey’s tourism industry is mostly focused on the country’s numerous historical sites and the beach resorts that line its Aegean and Mediterranean Sea coasts. In addition, Turkey has gained popularity as a spa, wellness, and cultural getaway. Turkey was the sixth-most popular tourist destination in the world in 2019 when it received almost 51 million foreign visitors. Since my nationality requires that I receive one in order to enter the country, I opted to apply for a Turkish tourist visa last November 2021. The approval I received in just two days was a lucky break! It is essential to plan and prepare your application in advance because during busy times, such as the Eid holidays, the approval may take longer than 30 days. Related Blogpost: Best Places to Visit in Turkey Before I go on to explain my experience with processing a tourist visa for Turkey in Qatar, I would advise you to see if you are exempt from needing a visa by clicking here . There are two ways on how to apply for a Turkish Tourist Visa in Qatar. You can do it online by visiting their website at https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/apply/ to get E-VISA or by submitting your documents through an authorized agency to apply for visa sticker.

• E-VISA In order to obtain an e-visa, you must meet the following requirements:   1. Your passport covers the period that you will be staying in Turkey. 2. You can prove that you hold a return ticket, hotel reservation and at least $50 per each day of your stay. 3. You are travelling for the purposes of tourism or business. You have a valid Supporting Document (Valid visa OR valid residence permit from one of the Schengen Countries, USA, UK or Ireland). E-visas are not accepted as supporting documents. The e-visa fee is USD 20 for a single entry.
• VISA STICKER If you do not meet any of the above requirements and proceed with your application, your e-visa will be invalid. However, you still have the option to apply manually by submitting your application through an authorized visa agency in Qatar. Visa application must be submitted 30 days before the travel date. The following are the 2 agencies that you can choose to submit your visa application:
• Location: 3rd Floor (301), Jaidah Square, Al Matar Street, Doha Qatar
• Office Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Pick-up Hours: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• Service charge: QAR 183
• Website: https://mosaicvisa.com/index-qatar.html
• Kingston Visa Centre (No longer operational) * Location: Jabor Square, 2nd Floor Al Markhiya Street Next to Tawar Mall Opposite of Dahl Al Hamam ParkOffice Hours: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PMContact No.: +974 4488 2290 Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with Mosaic Visa Center, Kingston Visa Center and Ministry of Foreign Affairs, hence if you have any questions and inquiries, kindly contact them directly for clarifications. Related Blogpost: Travel Insurance to cover your trip You need to visit any of the above-mentioned agencies and submit the following requirements: 1.) Original Passport, valid for at least six months 2.) Non-refundable visa processing fee in CASH (220 QR for single and 730 QR for multiple entry visas excluding agency fees) 3.) One photo of the applicant (White background) (50x60mm) shot in the last 6 months 4.) Documents supporting the purpose and the conditions of the planned visit: ✔ Travel itinerary/round trip ticket reservations showing return to Doha  ✔ Hotel reservation covering the duration of stay in Turkey with payment guarantee  ✔ Letter of invitation (not needed if Hotel reservation available) Tip: I booked my hotel reservations through Booking.com as it has an option to cancel without any fee in case my application did not go through. 5.) For non-Qataris, a valid residence permit with one copy 6.) For non-Qataris, a sponsor’s (company) letter mentioning salary, position and duration of employment 7.) If the person applies for a business visa, an invitation letter from the counterpart company in Turkey is also required 8.) Bank statement of the salary account for the last 3 months, stamped by the bank (there should be available funds of not less than QAR 10,000.00). 9.) Travel or Health insurance to be valid during visiting to Turkey.

Additional Documentation s

– If the applicant previously resided in Turkey, a relevant residence document or work permit – If the applicant previously resided in a country other than Turkey, relevant residence document. – If any, previously received Turkey visa. – If any, current or previously received Schengen / USA / UK visa, – Applicants with dual citizenship are required to submit documents related to 2nd citizenship. – If you have someone who will company your travel, a copy of his/her valid visa, and flight reservation must be submitted. Note : All documents that are presented must be up to date and fully complete as per the list. The Turkish Embassy of Qatar reserves the right to request additional documentation where needed. Completing all the required documentation does not guarantee approval for a visa and a refund is not possible under any circumstances. If applicants are applying as a family or group all the above-mentioned documentation needs to be submitted individually.

For general information about Turkish visa, kindly visit the Turkish Embassy website at https://www.mfa.gov.tr/default.en.mfa .

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Turkey visa requirements for Qataris

Travel and visa requirements, turkish visa is not required for qataris, stay duration: 90 days, entry requirements.

• Qatar citizens intending to travel to turkey are not required to apply for a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
• Passport of visitors must be valid for the duration of stay in Turkey.
• Visitors are required to provide a blank page on their passports for entry and exit stamps.
• It is possible for travellers aged 18 years old or younger to be included in a parent's passport.
• As a preventive measure outbreak of swine flu, all travellers arriving in Turkey from infected countries have to fill in a health declaration form, which is issued on board.
• Travellers without enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Turkey and clean appearance will be deported by the transporting carrier.
• There are no certification of vaccination needed to travel to Turkey.
• Visitors must also purchase their onward or return tickets.
• There are no restrictions on importing local currency (New Turkish Lira-TRY) and foreign currencies.
• Travellers should declare and specify the imported foreign currencies in their passport upon arrival to avoid any problems on departure.
• Pet animals can enter as cargo, as traveller's checked luggage or in the cabin accompanied by a certificate of good health.
• If travellers overstay their visit, they must inform the immigration police and get a residence permit that must be produced upon departure.
• Turkey uses the GMT+03:00 Time zone (GMT+3), hence, there is no time difference between Qatar and Turkey.
• The estimated flight time from Doha, Qatar to Ankara, Turkey is 3 hours, 27 minutes.
• Turkey bordering the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas have a temperate Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild to cool wet winters.
• May is generally the wettest month, whereas July and August are the driest.
• The official language is Turkish, which is the most widely spoken Turkic language in the world.
• Turkey is a secular state with no official religion; the Turkish Constitution provides for freedom of religion and conscience.
• Turkey hosts the largest number of refugees in the world, including more than 2.8 million Syrian refugees.
• Turkish culture is a product of efforts to be a "modern" Western state while maintaining traditional religious and historical values.
• Cappadocia is a region created by the erosion of soft volcanic stone by the wind and rain for centuries. The area is a popular tourist destination, having many sites with unique geological, historic, and cultural features.
• Turkey operates on 220 volts, 50 Hz, with round-prong European-style plugs that fit into recessed wall sockets /points.
• There are 40 national parks, 189 nature parks, 31 nature preserve areas, 80 wildlife protection areas and 109 nature monuments in Turkey such as Gallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park, Mount Nemrut National Park, Ancient Troya National Park, Oludeniz Nature Park and Polonezkoy Nature park.
• Turkey is home to two of the Seven Wonders of the World, the world's oldest religious site, Göbekli Tepe and numerous other World Heritage Sites such as the  "Neolithic Site of Çatalhöyük", "Hattusa: the Hittite Capital", the "Archaeological Site of Troy" and others.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the dress code for women in turkey.

The dress code depends on the region you visit. In the summertime, along the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts, women wear bikinis. The southeast of Turkey is more conservative than the west. In the big city of Istanbul, women's clothing standards are relaxed, modern and European.

Is Turkey expensive to visit?

Turkey is reasonably priced compared to other major cities in western Europe such as Munich, Paris, or London.

Which city is the most populous in Turkey?

Istanbul is the most populous city in Turkey and the country's economic, cultural and historic centre. It has a total population of 15 million people and ranked as one of the world's fourth-largest city. Most of Turkey's cultural scene has its roots in Istanbul.

What currency is used in Turkey?

The official currency of Turkey(and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) is the Lira. Other currencies especially the U.S dollars and euros are also accepted by many traders in Turkey. 

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Turkey Travel To Qatar - Requirements & Restricions

Qatar is an enigmatic country in the Middle East with plenty to offer. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore it as the FIFA World Cup 2022 will be held there. Also, Qatar Airways is offering several cheap flights.

Although most countries have eased their restrictions, Qatar still has a few. Traveling from Turkey to Qatar has never been this easy, especially with iVisa.

Requirements and Restrictions for your trip from Turkey to Qatar

If you have checked the cheapest flights on the Qatar Airways or Pegasus Airlines websites and have decided Qatar is your next destination, it’s time to verify what you need for the trip.

Don’t worry about anything because iVisa has the solution for your next trip to Qatar.

What do Turkey citizens need for their trip to Qatar?

Turkey travelers don’t need a visa to enter Qatar . However, during the FIFA World Cup event, you will need to register for the Hayya Card a mandatory document to enter Qatar.

Enjoy your trip from Turkey to Qatar with the cheap flights available and our easy 3-step application form.

What are the travel restrictions in Qatar?

There is no need to have a COVID-19 vaccine certificate or PCR test upon arrival. Since information may change quickly, we advise you to follow up on the latest Qatar travel updates and/or contact your local embassy.

What are the testing and quarantine requirements in Qatar?

The covid restrictions are as follows:

COVID test prior to arrival: Not applicable.

COVID test after the arrival: Not applicable.

There are no quarantine requirements in Qatar.

What is the Hayya Card?

As you may be aware, most countries have set up a system to register incoming visitors to stop the spread of COVID-19, and Qatar isn’t an exception.

In this case, you must go through a digital process to obtain the Hayya Card . This document will help you get through the Doha airport as quickly as possible during the FIFA World Cup event. The crews in Qatar Airways or Pegasus Airlines will help you with a smooth entry within the airports in Qatar.

Do I need to visit the Qatar embassy for this document?

No! The Hayya Card is available online, and iVisa can help you with the digital process. iVisa offers travel documents for the most popular destinations in the Persian Gulf.

What is the process to get the Qatar Hayya Pass?

Check the three-step procedure:

First : Head to the application page and complete the information. Confirm the processing time of your preference. Second : Double-check your details and proceed to pay. The iVisa online platform accepts debit and credit cards. Third : Attach the required documentation (if applicable) and submit your application. y.

There is no time to waste. Get the cheapest flight and enjoy the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Head to nearby airports with your completed document and start your trip.

What should I do after I acquire it from iVisa?

You will receive it in your email inbox and have to display it to Qatari authorities on arrival. Download the Hayya app and activate the local user registration.

The trip from Turkey to Qatar is so near! Book your flight with Qatar Airways as soon as possible because there are several direct flights available.

How long does it take to apply for this travel document?

It will only take you 10 minutes to complete the online form. Head to the Istanbul Airport for your next trip with Qatar Airways from Turkey to Qatar.

Traveling from Turkey to Qatar

Qatar may not be known for its incredible monuments. Still, the country offers a modern metropolis you can’t miss.

Don’t miss the chance to get a direct flight on Qatar Airways or check Turkish Airlines for more alternatives. Also, it’s the moment to start checking on return flights.

Check out these fascinating tourist attractions in Qatar:

Purple Island

During the second millennium BC, the island was the center of the Kassite-controlled purple dye industry. The industry thrived back in the day because purple was associated with royalty.

Nowadays, the island offers opportunities for kayaking, hiking, camping, and an overall rustic experience. The best time to visit is between November and February.

Desert Falls Water & Adventure Park

The park features 56 slides and rides and over 18 attractions. It’s the most exciting aqua adventure in Qatar.

You will find all the swimming essentials you need inside the park, and there are lots of dining options with restaurants, food trucks, and authentic Middle East delicacies.

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• Best for medical-only coverage
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Best International Travel Insurance for June 2024

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If you're planning your next vacation or trip out of the country, be sure to factor in travel insurance. Unexpected medical emergencies when traveling can drain your bank account, especially when you're traveling internationally. The best travel insurance companies for international travel can step in to provide you with peace of mind and financial protection while you're abroad.

Best International Travel Insurance

• Best overall: Allianz Travel Insurance
• Best for exotic travel: World Nomads Travel Insurance
• Best for trip interruption coverage: C&F Travel Insured
• Best for medical-only coverage: GeoBlue Travel Insurance
• Best for families: Travelex Travel Insurance
• Best for long-term travel: Seven Corners Travel Insurance

Compare the Best International Travel Insurance Companies

As a general rule, the most important coverage to have in a foreign country is travel medical insurance , as most U.S. health insurance policies don't cover you while you're abroad. Without travel medical coverage, a medical emergency in a foreign country can cost you. You'll want trip cancellation and interruption coverage if your trip is particularly expensive. And if you're traveling for an extended period of time, you'll want to ensure that your policy is extendable. 

Here are our picks for the best travel insurance companies for international travel.

Best International Travel Insurance Overall

Allianz travel insurance.

Allianz Travel Insurance  offers the ultimate customizable coverage for international trips, whether you're a frequent jetsetter or an occasional traveler. You can choose from an a la carte of single or multi-trip plans, as well as add-ons, including rental car damage, cancel for any reason (CFAR) , adventure sport, and business travel coverage. And with affordable pricing compared to competitors, Allianz is a budget-friendly choice for your international travel insurance needs. 

The icing on the cake is Allyz TravelSmart, Allianz's highly-rated mobile app, which has an average rating of 4.4 out of five stars on the Google Play store across over 2,600 reviews and 4.8 out of five stars from over 22,000 reviews on the Apple app store. So, you can rest easy knowing that you can access your policy and file claims anywhere in the world without a hassle.

Read our Allianz Travel Insurance review .

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Good option for frequent travelers thanks to its annual multi-trip policies
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Doesn't increase premium for trips longer than 30 days, meaning it could be one of the more affordable options for a long trip
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Some plans include free coverage for children 17 and under
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Concierge included with some plans
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Coverage for medical emergency is lower than some competitors' policies
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Plans don't include coverage contact sports and high-altitude activities
• Single and multi-trip plans available
• Trip cancellation and interruption coverage starting at up to $10,000 (higher limits with more expensive plans)
• Preexisting medical condition coverage available with some plans

Best International Travel Insurance for Exotic Trips

World nomads travel insurance.

World Nomads Travel Insurance  offers coverage for over 150 specific activities, so you can focus on the adventure without worrying about gaps in your coverage. 

You can select its budget-friendly standard plan, starting at $79. Or if you're an adrenaline junkie seeking more thrills, you can opt for the World Nomads' Explorer plan for $120, which includes extra sports like skydiving, scuba diving, and heli-skiing. And World Nomads offers 24/7 assistance, so you can confidently travel abroad, knowing that help is just a phone call away. 

Read our World Nomads Travel Insurance review .

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Coverage for 200+ activities like skiing, surfing, and rock climbing
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Only two plans to choose from, making it simple to find the right option
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. You can purchase coverage even after your trip has started
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. If your trip costs more than $10,000, you may want to choose other insurance because trip protection is capped at up to $10,000 (for the Explorer plan)
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Doesn't offer coverage for travelers older than 70
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. No Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR) option
• Coverage for 150+ activities and sports
• 2 plans: Standard and Explorer
• Trip protection for up to $10,000
• Emergency medical insurance of up to $100,000
• Emergency evacuation coverage for up to $500,000
• Coverage to protect your items (up to $3,000)

Best International Travel Insurance for Trip Interruption

C&f travel insured.

C&F Travel Insured offers 100% coverage for trip cancellation, up to 150% for trip interruption, and reimbursement for up to 75% of your non-refundable travel costs with select plans. This means you don't have to worry about losing your hard-earned money on non-refundable travel costs if your trip ends prematurely. 

Travel Insured also stands out for its extensive "reasons for cancellation" coverage. Unlike many insurers, the company covers hurricane warnings from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Read our C&F Travel Insured review .

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Offers 2 major plans including CFAR coverage on the more expensive option
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Cancellation for job loss included as a covered reason for trip cancellation/interruption (does not require CFAR coverage to qualify)
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Frequent traveler reward included in both policies
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Up to $1 million in medical evacuation coverage available
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Medical coverage is only $100,000
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Reviews on claims processing indicate ongoing issues
• C&F's Travel Insured policies allow travelers customize travel insurance to fit their specific needs. Frequent travelers may benefit from purchasing an annual travel insurance plan, then adding on CFAR coverage for any portions of travel that may incur greater risk.

Best International Travel Insurance for Medical Coverage

Geoblue travel insurance.

GeoBlue Travel Insurance offers policies that covers emergency medical treatments when you're abroad. While GeoBlue lacks trip cancellation coverage, that allows it to charge lower premiums than the other companies on this list. 

GeoBlue plans can cover medical expenses up to $1 million with several multi-trip annual plans available. It offers coinsurance plans for trips within the U.S. and 100% coverage for international trips. It also has a network of clinics in 180 countries, streamlining the claims process. It's worth noting that coverage for pre-existing conditions comes with additional costs. 

Read our GeoBlue Travel Insurance review .

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. A subsidary of Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Offers strong medical plans as long as you have a regular health insurance plan, but it doesn't have to be through Blue Cross
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Offers long-term and multi-trip travel protection
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Multiple complaints about claims not being paid or being denied
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Does not provide some of the more comprehensive coverage like CFAR insurance
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Buyers who do get claims paid may need to file multiple claim forms

Best International Travel Insurance for Family Coverage

Travelex travel insurance.

Travelex Travel Insurance offers coverage for your whole crew, perfect for when you're planning a family trip. Its family plan insures all your children 17 and under at no additional cost. The travel insurance provider also offers add-ons like adventure sports and car rental collision coverage to protect your family under any circumstance. Got pets? With Travelex's Travel Select plan, you can also get coverage for your furry friend's emergency medical and transportation expenses. 

Read our Travelex Travel Insurance review .

Trip cancellation coverage for up to 100% of the trip cost and trip interruption coverage for up to 150% of the trip cost

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Options to cover sports equipment
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Option to increase medical coverage
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Can cancel up to 48 hours before travel when CFAR option is purchased
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Affordable coverage for budget-conscious travelers
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Includes generous baggage delay, loss and trip delay coverage
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Optional "adventure sports" bundle available for riskier activities
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Only two insurance plans to choose from
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Medical coverage maximum is low at up to $50,000 per person
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Pricier than some competitors with lower coverage ceilings
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Some competitors offer higher medical emergency coverage

Travelex travel insurance is one of the largest travel insurance providers in the US providing domestic and international coverage options. It offers a basic, select, and America option. Read on to learn more.

• Optional CFAR insurance available with the Travel Select plan
• Trip delay insurance starting at $500 with the Travel Basic plan
• Emergency medical and dental coverage starting at $15,000

Best International Travel Insurance for Long Trips

Seven corners travel insurance.

Seven Corners Travel Insurance offers specialized coverage that the standard short-term travel insurance policy won't provide, which is helpful if you're embarking on a long-term trip. You can choose from several plans, including the Annual Multi-Trip plan, which provides medical coverage for multiple international trips for up to 364 days. This policy also offers COVID-19 medical and evacuation coverage up to $1 million. 

You also get the added benefit of incidental expense coverage. This policy will cover remote health-related services and information, treatment of injury or illness, and live consultations via telecommunication. 

Read our Seven Corners Travel Insurance review .

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Diverse coverage options such as CFAR, optional sports equipment coverage, etc.
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Available in all 50 states
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Prices are higher than many competitors
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Reviews around claims processing are mixed
• Trip cancellation insurance of up to 100% of the trip cost
• Trip interruption insurance of up to 150% of the trip cost
• Cancel for any reason (CFAR) insurance available

How to Find the Right International Travel Insurance Company 

Different travelers and trips require different types of insurance coverage. So, consider these tips if you're in the market to insure your trip. 

Determine your needs 

Your needs for travel insurance will depend on the type of trip you're taking. You'll need to consider your destination and what you'll be doing there, either business, leisure, or adventure traveling. Policies covering adventure sports and activities will cost more. Longer, more expensive trips will also cost more. 

Research the reputation of the company 

When researching a company, you'll want to closely review the description of services. You'll want to see how claims are handled, any exceptions, and limitations.

You'll also want to look at the company's customer reviews on sites like Trustpilot, BBB, and Squaremouth, as this will provide insight on the quality of customer service and the claims process. You should also take note of whether companies respond to customer reviews.

Compare prices

You can get quotes through a company's website or travel insurance aggregators like InsureMyTrip and VisitorsCoverage. You'll need to be prepared to provide the following information about your trip:

• Trip destination(s)
• Travel dates
• Number of travelers
• Traveler(s) age/birthday
• State of residence
• Total trip cost

For companies that offer travel medical insurance, you'll also want to play around with the deductible options, as they can affect your policy premium. 

Understanding International Travel Insurance Coverage Options

Travel insurance can be confusing, but we're here to simplify it for you. We'll break down the industry's jargon to help you understand what travel insurance covers to help you decide what your policy needs. Bear in mind that exclusions and limitations for your age and destination may apply. 

Finding the Best Price for International Travel Insurance

Your policy cost will depend on several factors, such as the length of your trip, destination, coverage limits, and age. Typically, a comprehensive policy includes travel cancellation coverage costs between 5% and 10% of your total trip cost.

If you're planning an international trip that costs $4,500, you can expect to pay anywhere from $225 to $450 for your policy. Comparing quotes from multiple providers can help you find a budget-friendly travel insurance policy that meets your needs.

Why You Should Trust Us: How We Reviewed International Travel Insurance Companies

We ranked and assigned superlatives to the best travel insurance companies based on our insurance rating methodology . It focuses on several key factors, including: 

• Policy types: We analyzed company offerings such as coverage levels, exclusions, and policy upgrades, taking note of providers that offer a range of travel-related issues beyond the standard coverages. 
• Affordability: We recognize that cheap premiums don't necessarily equate to sufficient coverage. So, we seek providers that offer competitive rates with comprehensive policies and quality customer service. We also call out any discounts or special offers available. 
• Flexibility: Travel insurance isn't one-size-fits-all. We highlight providers that offer a wide array of coverage options, including single-trip, multi-trip, and long-term policies.
• Claims handling: The claims process should be pain-free for policyholders. We seek providers that offer a streamlined process via online claims filing and a track record of handling claims fairly and efficiently. 
• Quality customer service: Good customer service is as important as affordability and flexibility. We highlight companies that offer 24/7 assistance and have a strong record of customer service responsiveness. 

We consult user feedback and reviews to determine how each company fares in each category. We also check the provider's financial rating and volume of complaints via third-party rating agencies. 

Read more about how Business Insider rates insurance products here.

International Travel Insurance FAQs

The best insurance policy depends on your individual situation, including your destination and budget. However, popular options include Allianz Travel Insurance, World Nomads, and Travel Guard. 

You should pay attention to any limitations regarding covered cancellations, pre-existing conditions, and adventure activities. For example, if you're worried you may have to cancel a trip for work reasons, ensure that you've worked at your company long enough to qualify for cancellation coverage, as that is a condition with some insurers. You should also see if your destination has any travel advisories, as that can affect your policy. 

Typically, your regular health insurance won't cover you out of the country, so you'll want to make sure your travel insurance has adequate medical emergency coverage. Depending on your travel plans, you may want to purchase add-ons, such as adventure sports coverage, if you're planning on doing anything adventurous like bungee jumping.

Travel insurance is worth the price for international travel because they're generally more expensive, so you have more to lose. Additionally, your regular health insurance won't cover you in other countries, so without travel insurance, you'll end up paying out of pocket for any emergency medical care you receive out of the US.

You should purchase travel insurance as soon as possible after making payment on your trip. This makes you eligible for add-ons like coverage for pre-existing conditions and CFAR. It also mitigates the chance of any losses in the days leading up to your trip. 

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