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Türkiye Visa for Indians: Types, Official Portal & Documents (2026)

Türkiye runs an official e-Visa system for eligible nationalities and issues sticker visas through its missions to everyone else. For Indian citizens, e-Visa eligibility depends on holding a valid supporting visa or residence permit.

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For Indian passport holders

Depends on your situatione-Visa only with a valid US/UK/Schengen/Irish visa or residence; otherwise embassy visa

The Turkish Embassy in New Delhi says Indian nationals qualify for the e-Visa only with a valid supporting visa or residence permit from Schengen, the USA, UK or Ireland (e-visas from other countries do not count). Others need a sticker visa from the embassy or consulates.

Source: official government page(official site, opens in a new tab)

Ways to enter Türkiye

Official sources

Government websites — the only authoritative place for current rules and fees. Beware of look-alike sites.

Typical documents

Commonly requested items. The official checklist for your visa category always takes priority.

  • Passport valid at least 6 months
  • Supporting visa/residence permit (original, for e-Visa route)
  • Return ticket and hotel bookings
  • Bank statements
  • Embassy application form and documents (sticker route)
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Processing time and fees

Processing

The e-Visa application takes minutes online; embassy sticker visas take longer – check the embassy page.

Government fees

The embassy notes the e-Visa costs less than a sticker visa; the exact fee is shown on evisa.gov.tr.

Providers that cover Türkiye

Sample prices

17 listed providers file Türkiye tourist applications for Indian passports. Totals below are illustrative sample figures (service + estimated government fee), not quotes. You can also apply yourself on the official portal above.

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Tips before you apply

  • Use only evisa.gov.tr – the embassy warns that other sites are fake and overcharge.
  • Carry the original supporting visa; airlines check it and may refuse boarding.
  • If the supporting visa is in an old passport, carry that passport too.

Türkiye visa FAQ for Indians

Can Indians get a Turkey e-Visa?
Only with a valid supporting visa or residence permit from Schengen, the USA, UK or Ireland.
What if I don't have a supporting visa?
Apply for a sticker visa through the Turkish embassy or consulates in India.
Is the e-Visa valid for work?
No, it is for tourism or commerce only.
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