Question 1

Do I need to enter Turkey on the exact date specified in my application?

Accepted Answer

No. The validity period of your e-Visa begins from the date specified in your application. You can enter Turkey on any date within this period.

Question 2

The duration of 90-day-stay on my e-Visa expired and I have come back to my country timely. How many days should be passed until I reapply?

Accepted Answer

If the duration of 90-day-stay on your e-Visa expired within 180 days as of your first entry date, you can reapply for an e-Visa 180 days later starting from the first entry date. If you spent some part of the duration of 90-day-stay on a multiple entry e-Visa within 180 days as of your first entry date and the rest expired after 180 days elapsed as of the first entry date, it is possible to reapply for an e-Visa. Anyway, please keep in mind that you may stay in Turkey up to 90 days in every 180 days starting from the first entry date.

Question 3

May I apply for a new e-Visa while I am in Turkey?

Accepted Answer

When your e-Visa expires, you are not allowed to apply for a new e-Visa without departing from Turkey ; but you are advised to apply at Provincial Directorate of Migration Management for a residence permit. Please click on the following link to get more detailed information regarding the application of a residence permit and other types of visa (work visa, student visa etc.) http://www.goc.gov.tr/main/En_3
|If you overstay your visa, you might be asked to pay fines, deported or banned future travel to Turkey for a specific period of time.

Question 4

Are there any restrictions on airline companies to fly to Turkey?

Accepted Answer

https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/info/are-there-any-restrictions-on-airline-companies-to-fly-to-turkey/

Question 5

What does the CVV / CVC / CVC2 number mean?

Accepted Answer

CVV / CVC / CVC2 for Visa and MasterCard is the final three digits of the number printed on the signature strip on the back of your card.

Question 6

I gave my address wrong on my e-Visa. Do I need to change it?

Accepted Answer

You are not required to change the address information that you have provided while filling ' Address ' information on the form as it does not appear on your e-Visa. Please note that the information on your e-Visa must match the information on your travel document completely; otherwise, your e-Visa will be invalid.

Question 7

What do I need to type Father’s/Mother’s name?

Accepted Answer

You need to type the first names of your parents, not their surnames. However, that section is optional. You are not required to change it.

Question 8

Are Father’s/Mother’s name sections compulsory?

Accepted Answer

Border officials might need to check this information in some cases. However, that section is optional. You can leave it blank.

Question 9

What do I select for Country/Region section?

Accepted Answer

An e-Visa is an official document permitting entry into and travel within Turkey. Please do not look for Turkey on the drop down menu. You are expected to select the country/region written on your travel document which shows your nationality information. Please read the information notes carefully next to each step of your application.

Question 10

I did not receive any emails, what do I need to do?

Accepted Answer

Please check your 'junk mail' folder. Your email address may be preventing the mails coming from us. Thus, please either check and fix your email settings or make a new e-Visa application using a different and valid email address. If you still cannot get through please check with your email provider.

Question 11

Do I need an e-Visa if I am on a cruise ship?

Accepted Answer

According to the Law on Foreigners and International Protection which entered into force on 11th April 2014, those foreigners who arrive at sea ports and intend to visit the seaport city or nearby provinces for touristic purpose are exempt from visa provided that their stay does not exceed seventy two (72) hours. However, if you arrive in/depart from our country by air for your cruise tour, you must obtain a visa.

Question 12

I hold a multiple entry e-Visa, am I allowed to visit Turkey more than once?

Accepted Answer

If you hold a multiple entry visa, you may enter Turkey as many times as you want during the validity period of your e-Visa. However, your stay cannot exceed the duration of stay specified on your e-Visa.

Question 13

I cannot select further travel dates, what do I need to do?

Accepted Answer

As a rule, your arrival date should be within 3 months as of the date of your e-Visa application. You are advised to apply for your e-Visa no less than 48 hours before your departure.

Question 14

How long before my travel date should I apply for e-Visa?

Accepted Answer

You can apply for your e-Visa any time before your travel. However, you are advised to create an e-Visa application at least 48 hours before your departure.

Question 15

What are the requirements for my supporting documents?

Accepted Answer

The requirement for using your visa/residence permit as a supporting document is that it should be still valid by the date you enter Turkey. Previously used single entry visas are also accepted as long as their validity period covers your entry date to Turkey. Please note that e-Visas are not accepted as supporting document.

Question 16

I have obtained my e-Visa successfully, what should I do next when I arrive on Turkey?

Accepted Answer

You should go straight to passport control at the airport and submit your printed e-Visa together with your travel document to the officer. The officer will scan your e-Visa and compare the information on it with the information on your travel document. Please make sure that the information on your e-Visa matches the information on your travel document completely and that you meet all the criteria specified during your application (if any). If there are discrepancies, your e-Visa will be invalid.

Question 17

Do I need to print out my e-Visa?

Accepted Answer

Passport control officers at ports of entry can verify your e-Visa in their system. However, you are advised to keep your e-Visa with you either as a softcopy (on tablet pc, smartphone etc.) or as a hardcopy, in case of any failure in the system.

Question 18

How long will my e-Visa be valid for?

Accepted Answer

The validity period of your e-Visa will begin as of the date you enter Turkey. Please note that the validity period is different than the period of stay. The period of stay cannot exceed the duration of stay specified on your e-Visa.

Question 19

I have realized that some information on my e-Visa does not match the information on my travel document. I know that my e-Visa is invalid. Can I get a refund?

Accepted Answer

No. The applicant assumes responsibility for any mistakes made in his or her application.

Question 20

Are there any restrictions on airline companies to fly to Turkey?

Accepted Answer

The citizens of the countries listed below are required to travel with an airline company which signed a protocol with the Turkish Foreign Ministry. At present, the airline companies that signed this protocol are Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Onur Air , Atlasglobal Airlines and Egypt Air(Egyptian Citizens).

https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/info/are-there-any-restrictions-on-airline-companies-to-fly-to-turkey/

Question 21

How can I prove the money for covering my stay for Turkey?

Accepted Answer

You need to prove that you have enough money with you-either cash or via a document which shows the credit card with adequate limit.

If asked, you need to assure airport authorities that you are able to finance your stay in Turkey. Usually, you will be asked to prove that you have at least 50 USD per day at your disposal.

Question 22

I do not have any payment methods, what should I do?

Accepted Answer

The only means of payment is by credit or debit card. However, the card does not need to be under your name. That is, someone else may make the payment on your behalf.

Question 23

I do not have a hotel reservation, what should I do?

Accepted Answer

The person you are going to stay with must send you a notarized document stating that you are going to stay at his/her house. You will show the document to the officials at the border crossing.

Question 24

I would like to change my travel dates on my e-Visa. Are there any restrictions?

Accepted Answer

The validity period of your e-Visa begins from the date specified in your application. You can enter Turkey on any date within this period. Please note that, if you wish to enter Turkey earlier than the date specified on your e-Visa, you will need to create a new application.

Question 25

The system shows that I entered invalid characters. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Invalid characters are specified in the info boxes opening next to the relevant fields. Please avoid using invalid characters.

Question 26

The dates show null, what do I need to do?

Accepted Answer

Please use the calendar button to enter the dates correctly. If you still have the same problem, try with another internet browser.

Question 27

Do I need to obtain a transit visa?

Accepted Answer

You do not have to get a transit visa if you are not going to leave the transit area. Otherwise you need to apply for a transit visa or an e-Visa through the e-Visa application system (if you are eligible). For a transit visa please contact the nearest Turkish Embassy or Consulate General for a visa application.

Question 28

What is a round-trip ticket?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip ticket is a two-way ticket: Departure city/country to Turkey and from Turkey to arrival city/country. It is to ensure that you already have return arrangements.

Question 29

I do have an “o”  as a letter on my Dutch travel document, what should I type?

Accepted Answer

On Dutch travel documents, ‘ 0 ‘ (zero) is represented as ‘ o ‘.  You have to write down " 0 " which means zero. Please do not enter small " o " letter or capital " O " letter for this passport number section in your application.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to enter Turkey on the exact date specified in my application?

The duration of 90-day-stay on my e-Visa expired and I have come back to my country timely. How many days should be passed until I reapply?

May I apply for a new e-Visa while I am in Turkey?

Are there any restrictions on airline companies to fly to Turkey?

What does the CVV / CVC / CVC2 number mean?

I gave my address wrong on my e-Visa. Do I need to change it?

What do I need to type Father’s/Mother’s name?

Are Father’s/Mother’s name sections compulsory?

What do I select for Country/Region section?

I did not receive any emails, what do I need to do?

Do I need an e-Visa if I am on a cruise ship?

I hold a multiple entry e-Visa, am I allowed to visit Turkey more than once?

I cannot select further travel dates, what do I need to do?

How long before my travel date should I apply for e-Visa?

What are the requirements for my supporting documents?

I have obtained my e-Visa successfully, what should I do next when I arrive on Turkey?

Do I need to print out my e-Visa?

How long will my e-Visa be valid for?

I have realized that some information on my e-Visa does not match the information on my travel document. I know that my e-Visa is invalid. Can I get a refund?

Are there any restrictions on airline companies to fly to Turkey?

How can I prove the money for covering my stay for Turkey?

I do not have any payment methods, what should I do?

I do not have a hotel reservation, what should I do?

I would like to change my travel dates on my e-Visa. Are there any restrictions?

The system shows that I entered invalid characters. What should I do?

The dates show null, what do I need to do?

Do I need to obtain a transit visa?

What is a round-trip ticket?

I do have an “o” as a letter on my Dutch travel document, what should I type?

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