# Türkiye Tourist Visa Nepali 2026: Requirements & Fee

> Complete 2026 guide to the Türkiye tourist visa for Nepali passport holders — documents, fees, processing time, embassy contact in Kathmandu.

_Published: 2026-05-12 · Updated: 2026-05-16 · Reading time: 10 min · Words: 2270_

## TL;DR

Nepali passport holders travelling to Türkiye on a tourist purpose typically apply for the Türkiye e-Visa Tourist (with Supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US Visa) (Up to 30 days per visit.). Processing runs 24–48 hours typical (most files decided instantly after payment confirmation). Apply fully online at evisa.gov.tr -> fill form + select Nepal as nationality -> upload supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US visa scan -> pay USD 51.50 -> receive email verification within 1 hour -> click approval link -> pay -> receive e-Visa PDF -> print and present at port of entry alongside passport AND supporting visa. Yatra concierge handles document review, appointment booking, and PNR-backed dummy tickets where needed.

## Key takeaways

- Visa class for Nepali tourist travel to Türkiye: Türkiye e-Visa Tourist (with Supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US Visa) (Up to 30 days per visit.).
- Processing time: 24–48 hours typical (most files decided instantly after payment confirmation).. Apply with at least a 1-2 week buffer beyond this window.
- Fees vary by visa class — confirm the current bracket on the embassy portal before submission.
- Embassy contact: Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye — Kathmandu — Bansbari Road, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal.
- Yatra concierge: document review + appointment booking + PNR-backed dummy tickets (NPR 999) accepted by most embassies as proof of onward travel.

**For a Türkiye tourist visa from Nepal, the application file must include a passport with the required validity, photographs to embassy spec, the completed application form, financial proof (3-6 months of bank statements), confirmed flight + hotel bookings, and a tourist-purpose letter. The visa class is <strong>Türkiye e-Visa Tourist (with Supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US Visa)</strong> (valid up to <strong>Up to 30 days per visit.</strong>). Processing typically takes <strong>24–48 hours typical (most files decided instantly after payment confirmation).</strong>. Embassy reviewers reject roughly 30% of files for documentation gaps that a pre-submission review would have caught.**

## Article

### Document checklist and eligibility for the Türkiye tourist visa
Embassy reviewers in Kathmandu check five things in order on every Nepali file:

- Passport with the required validity remaining beyond return and at least 2 blank pages.
- Identity proof — Nepali citizenship card or NID copy with the application form.
- Financial proof — 3-6 months of bank statements (original, signed and stamped on every page), tax returns where applicable, salary slips.
- Travel intent — flight bookings (Yatra dummy ticket NPR 999 if you don't want to commit yet) and hotel reservations covering the full stay.
- Tourist purpose proof — detailed itinerary plus a sponsor undertaking if family-supported.
The application is rejected if any one line is missing or unsigned — there is no partial credit.

### Quick facts

Visa typeTürkiye e-Visa Tourist (with Supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US Visa)Stay durationUp to 30 days per visit.Validity180 days from issuance to enter Türkiye.EntriesSingle (default for e-Visa).Processing time24–48 hours typical (most files decided instantly after payment confirmation).Financial requirementNo specific bank balance requirement for e-Visa applicants — the supporting Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa is itself the trip-validity and financial-capacity proof. Turkish authorities trust the issuing-country's prior due diligence.Embassy / centreTWO PATHWAYS — pathway depends on supporting-visa status: (A) Online e-Visa at evisa.gov.tr if you hold Schengen/UK/Ireland/US visa or residence permit; (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu sticker visa if you do NOT hold a supporting visaAddress (Kathmandu)(A) e-Visa: file fully online at evisa.gov.tr — recommended path, 24-48 hour decision, USD 51.50 fee. (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu: Chhaya Devi Complex, 3rd Floor, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu (Mon–Fri 09:00–16:00); book at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/tur — sticker visa for Nepalis without supporting Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa.HoursMon–Fri 09:30–13:00 (consular by appointment). Sticker visa decisions issued by Embassy Kathmandu directly OR via VFS intake; e-Visa decisions issued automatically by the Türkiye MFA online system in Ankara.Online portalhttps://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/tour — Türkiye e-Visa portal (for Nepalis with active Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa or residence permit) · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/tur — VFS Türkiye Nepal (sticker visa intake for Nepalis without supporting visa) · https://katmandu.be.mfa.gov.tr — Embassy of Türkiye Kathmandu · https://en.goc.gov.tr — DGMM (Directorate General of Migration Management — long-stay residence permits, work permits, citizenship)Last verified2026-04-26

### Important notes for Nepali applicants

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.

- Income proof for Türkiye sticker visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — pick the bundle matching your active income source. e-Visa applicants with supporting Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa do NOT need income documentation — the supporting visa is itself the trip-validity proof.

- TWO PATHWAYS based on supporting-visa status. Pick the right one:

- (A) E-VISA via evisa.gov.tr — eligible if you hold any of: valid Schengen Type C multi-entry visa, valid Schengen residence permit, valid UK Standard Visitor Visa, valid Ireland visa, valid US visa or US Green Card. e-Visa is fastest (24–48 hour decision), cheapest (USD 51.50), and fully online. Carry the supporting visa alongside the e-Visa printout at port of entry — Turkish Border Police verify both.

- (B) VFS / EMBASSY STICKER VISA — required if you do NOT hold a supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US visa. Apply at VFS Türkiye Kathmandu OR Embassy Kathmandu (Bansbari Road). Processing 7–15 working days, fee USD 60–80.

- Türkiye is NOT in the EU, NOT in the Schengen Area — it operates an independent visa system. EU candidate country since 1999 with frozen accession negotiations.

### Documents required for the Türkiye tourist visa

The embassy reviewer in Kathmandu checks the file in this order. Prepare each item to the specification before booking the appointment — the application is non-refundable on rejection.

DocumentRequiredNotesNepali passport bio-page scan (≥ 6 months validity)YesColor JPG/PNG; max 2 MB.Active supporting visa or residence permit scanYesAcceptable: (1) Schengen Type C multi-entry visa with at least 2 entries used, (2) Schengen residence permit, (3) UK Standard Visitor Visa or UK residence permit, (4) Ireland visa or Stamp 4 IRP, (5) US visa (B1/B2/F1/H1B etc.) or US Green Card. Carry the original at port of entry.Confirmed return / onward air ticketYesYatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) acceptable. Direct THY Kathmandu &lt;-&gt; Istanbul (4 weekly) is the standard routing.Hotel booking / accommodation proof for full stayYesEmail address (verification message arrives within 1 hour, must approve within 48 hours)Yese-Visa is delivered exclusively by email PDF.Visa / MasterCard / UnionPay credit / debit cardYesUSD payment online during application — no card / wallet alternatives.Travel insurance (recommended)RecommendedSchengen-template policies acceptable.

### How to apply for the Türkiye tourist visa from Nepal

Apply fully online at evisa.gov.tr -&gt; fill form + select Nepal as nationality -&gt; upload supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US visa scan -&gt; pay USD 51.50 -&gt; receive email verification within 1 hour -&gt; click approval link -&gt; pay -&gt; receive e-Visa PDF -&gt; print and present at port of entry alongside passport AND supporting visa.

- Check eligibility against the criteria above and confirm the visa class is correct for your travel purpose.

- Prepare the document file per the table above. Use a Nepal Bar Council-registered translator + notary for any Nepali-language original (employer letter, property docs, citizenship copy back-translation).

- Book the appointment at https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/tour — Türkiye e-Visa portal (for Nepalis with active Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa or residence permit) · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/tur — VFS Türkiye Nepal (sticker visa intake for Nepalis without supporting visa) · https://katmandu.be.mfa.gov.tr — Embassy of Türkiye Kathmandu · https://en.goc.gov.tr — DGMM (Directorate General of Migration Management — long-stay residence permits, work permits, citizenship) — slots fill quickly during peak windows.

- Submit in person at TWO PATHWAYS — pathway depends on supporting-visa status: (A) Online e-Visa at evisa.gov.tr if you hold Schengen/UK/Ireland/US visa or residence permit; (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu sticker visa if you do NOT hold a supporting visa ((A) e-Visa: file fully online at evisa.gov.tr — recommended path, 24-48 hour decision, USD 51.50 fee. (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu: Chhaya Devi Complex, 3rd Floor, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu (Mon–Fri 09:00–16:00); book at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/tur — sticker visa for Nepalis without supporting Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa.). Arrive 15 minutes early.

- Pay the fee (e-Visa: paid online by Visa / MasterCard / UnionPay in USD during the application (USD 51.50 standard tourist single-entry). VFS sticker: cash NPR or card / QR at VFS Kathmandu counter. Embassy Kathmandu sticker: cash NPR or USD at the Embassy counter (Bansbari Road).).

- Provide biometrics if requested (mandatory for sticker classes; e-visa classes typically do not require them).

- Track and collect — most embassies provide a tracking reference. E-visas arrive by email; sticker visas return by courier or in-person collection.

### What Yatra handles for Türkiye tourist visa applications

- Document checklist tailored to the tourist purpose — exactly what the Türkiye embassy requires for Nepali files in this class.

- Pre-submission review — we catch the documentation-gap rejections (wrong photo spec, missing translation, weak cover letter) before the file enters the queue.

- Appointment booking at TWO PATHWAYS — pathway depends on supporting-visa status: (A) Online e-Visa at evisa.gov.tr if you hold Schengen/UK/Ireland/US visa or residence permit; (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu sticker visa if you do NOT hold a supporting visa in Kathmandu.

- PNR-backed dummy tickets at NPR 999 — accepted by most embassies as proof of onward travel so you can apply before paying for non-refundable flights. Available at yatraforfun.com/dummy-ticket.

- Re-application support — if rejected, the Yatra service fee is waived on the second submission (you re-pay the embassy fee, which is non-refundable on either attempt).

### Common mistakes Nepali applicants make on the Türkiye tourist visa

The five mistakes below account for the majority of preventable rejections we see on Nepal-TR files. None of them are about the embassy being difficult — every one is fixable with a 30-minute pre-submission review.

- Photograph not to the embassy specification. Most Türkiye missions reject photos that fall outside the exact dimensions (typically 35x45mm or 51x51mm), have a non-white background, show ears partially covered, or were taken more than 6 months ago. Use a photo studio in Kathmandu (Bagbazar / Putalisadak / Naxal) that knows the Türkiye embassy spec — pay the extra NPR 200 for a fresh, compliant set rather than reusing an old printout.

- Bank balance pumped up the week before submission. Embassy reviewers read the 6-month statement, not the closing balance. A sudden NPR 5,00,000 deposit two weeks before submission with no salary or business inflow history flags as manufactured. Maintain a steady balance in line with declared income; if the funds are genuinely sponsored, attach the sponsor's 6-month statement and an undertaking letter rather than depositing into your own account.

- Untranslated Nepali documents. Every Nepali-language document submitted to a Türkiye mission must be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — citizenship card, employer letter on Nepali letterhead, lalpurja (land deed), municipality registration, audit reports. Use a Nepal Bar Council-registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public; embassies routinely return files with raw Nepali originals.

- Cover letter that contradicts the booking dates. If the cover letter says you are travelling 12-25 Oct but the flight booking shows 14-22 Oct, the file gets returned for clarification. Re-read the cover letter against every attached booking before submission — dates, accommodation address, sponsor name, and total stay must match across all documents.

- Hotel booking that allows free cancellation but no payment proof. Türkiye embassies increasingly recognise the "book a refundable hotel just for the visa, cancel after approval" pattern. A confirmation showing prepayment (or at minimum a non-zero deposit) carries far more weight than a free-cancellation booking. If you genuinely need flexibility, attach the booking plus a covering note explaining your itinerary contingencies — silence reads as deception.

### After approval — the pre-departure checklist for Türkiye

Visa in passport is not the end of the work. Carry the following on the day of travel — Nepali passport holders are routinely secondary-screened at the entry port for Türkiye, and producing the right paperwork at immigration shortens the inspection from 30 minutes to 3.

- Printed visa or e-visa PDF — never rely solely on the digital copy on your phone. Carry one printed copy in your hand baggage and a backup in checked baggage.

- Confirmed return ticket in your name — Türkiye immigration may ask to see the onward flight at arrival, especially for tourist and visit classes.

- Hotel confirmation for the first 3 nights minimum, with the address printed in the local language where applicable. Immigration officers ask "where are you staying" and a vague answer triggers secondary screening.

- Travel insurance certificate — increasingly mandatory at the entry port even when the visa was approved without it.

- Cash in destination currency equivalent to at least USD 100/day for the first 3 days — immigration occasionally asks "show me funds" and a card or e-wallet does not always satisfy.

- Yatra concierge contact — if you booked through Yatra, save our 24/7 number (+977 970-9066517) for any visa or entry-port issue. We have helped Nepali travellers re-enter Türkiye after secondary-screening flags more than 200 times in the last two years.

### Türkiye embassy and visa centre contact in Kathmandu

Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye — KathmanduBansbari Road, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
Phone+977 1 4720301, +977 1 4720302
Emailembassy.kathmandu@mfa.gov.tr, consular.kathmandu@mfa.gov.tr
HoursMon–Fri 09:30–13:00 (consular by appointment). Sticker visa decisions issued by Embassy Kathmandu directly OR via VFS intake; e-Visa decisions issued automatically by the Türkiye MFA online system in Ankara.
Websitehttps://katmandu.be.mfa.gov.tr
TWO PATHWAYS — pathway depends on supporting-visa status: (A) Online e-Visa at evisa.gov.tr if you hold Schengen/UK/Ireland/US visa or residence permit; (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu sticker visa if you do NOT hold a supporting visa(A) e-Visa: file fully online at evisa.gov.tr — recommended path, 24-48 hour decision, USD 51.50 fee. (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu: Chhaya Devi Complex, 3rd Floor, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu (Mon–Fri 09:00–16:00); book at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/tur — sticker visa for Nepalis without supporting Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa.

### Related Yatra resources

- Türkiye visa overview for Nepali citizens — embassy contact + concierge page.

- Visa eligibility checker — answer 4 questions; we tell you which class fits.

- PNR-backed dummy tickets (NPR 999) — accepted by most embassies as proof of onward travel.

- PNR-backed hotel bookings — refundable confirmations for visa submission.

- Yatra visa concierge — all 60+ destinations for Nepali citizens.

- All Yatra visa &amp; travel guides — country, type, and process-specific articles.

- Same Türkiye visa, different angle: apply step by step

- New Zealand tourist visa — sibling country guide for comparison.

- Belarus tourist visa — another sibling Nepali-passport guide.

- Flight bookings to Türkiye — once your visa lands, book direct.

- Hotel deals in Türkiye — Yatra-verified rates with free cancellation.

- About Yatra For Fun — Founder Sandeep Kumar Chaudhary Chaudhary, 10+ years processing Nepali visas.

### Sources and freshness

This guide is curated from the official Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye — Kathmandu portal and TWO PATHWAYS — pathway depends on supporting-visa status: (A) Online e-Visa at evisa.gov.tr if you hold Schengen/UK/Ireland/US visa or residence permit; (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu sticker visa if you do NOT hold a supporting visa. Embassy data was last verified on 2026-04-26 and this post was last refreshed on 2026-05-12. Visa fees and processing times shift one to two times a year — re-check the embassy portal four weeks before travel.

## FAQ

### Do Nepali citizens need a visa for tourist travel to Türkiye?

Yes. Nepali passport holders travelling to Türkiye on a tourist purpose apply for the <strong>Türkiye e-Visa Tourist (with Supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US Visa)</strong>, valid for Up to 30 days per visit.. Submit through TWO PATHWAYS — pathway depends on supporting-visa status: (A) Online e-Visa at evisa.gov.tr if you hold Schengen/UK/Ireland/US visa or residence permit; (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu sticker visa if you do NOT hold a supporting visa in Kathmandu.

### How long does the Türkiye Türkiye e-Visa Tourist (with Supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US Visa) take to process for Nepali applicants?

Processing typically runs <strong>24–48 hours typical (most files decided instantly after payment confirmation).</strong> after biometric submission. Apply 4-6 weeks before travel for sticker visas and 1 week for e-visas to absorb embassy backlog.

### What is the fee for the Türkiye Türkiye e-Visa Tourist (with Supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US Visa)?

Embassy fees vary by visa class and are revised once or twice a year. Confirm the current bracket on https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/tour — Türkiye e-Visa portal (for Nepalis with active Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa or residence permit) · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/tur — VFS Türkiye Nepal (sticker visa intake for Nepalis without supporting visa) · https://katmandu.be.mfa.gov.tr — Embassy of Türkiye Kathmandu · https://en.goc.gov.tr — DGMM (Directorate General of Migration Management — long-stay residence permits, work permits, citizenship) before submission.

### What documents are required for a Türkiye tourist visa from Nepal?

Core documents: Nepali passport bio-page scan (≥ 6 months validity), Active supporting visa or residence permit scan, Confirmed return / onward air ticket, Hotel booking / accommodation proof for full stay, Email address (verification message arrives within 1 hour, must approve within 48 hours). Specifics vary by visa subtype — see the full checklist on this page.

### Can Yatra help with my Türkiye tourist visa application?

Yes. Yatra's visa concierge handles the document checklist, appointment booking at the Türkiye embassy or visa centre in Kathmandu, pre-submission review (catches the documentation-gap rejections), and PNR-backed dummy tickets at NPR 999 where embassies require proof of onward travel before flight purchase. Service fee is disclosed up front; the second-attempt service fee is waived on rejection.

### Where is the Türkiye embassy or visa application centre in Nepal?

Application centre: <strong>TWO PATHWAYS — pathway depends on supporting-visa status: (A) Online e-Visa at evisa.gov.tr if you hold Schengen/UK/Ireland/US visa or residence permit; (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu sticker visa if you do NOT hold a supporting visa</strong> at (A) e-Visa: file fully online at evisa.gov.tr — recommended path, 24-48 hour decision, USD 51.50 fee. (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu: Chhaya Devi Complex, 3rd Floor, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu (Mon–Fri 09:00–16:00); book at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/tur — sticker visa for Nepalis without supporting Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa.. Embassy: Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye — Kathmandu, Bansbari Road, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal. Hours: Mon–Fri 09:30–13:00 (consular by appointment). Sticker visa decisions issued by Embassy Kathmandu directly OR via VFS intake; e-Visa decisions issued automatically by the Türkiye MFA online system in Ankara..

### Is the Türkiye tourist visa easy to get for Nepali applicants?

Approval rates depend on the visa class and your documentation. Türkiye e-Visa Tourist (with Supporting Schengen/UK/IE/US Visa) for Nepali applicants is approved consistently when the file shows clean financials, ties to Nepal, and a purpose-specific cover letter. The 30%-or-so rejection rate clusters around documentation gaps that a pre-submission review fixes — Yatra's visa concierge runs that review as part of the standard service.

### When is the best time to apply for a Türkiye tourist visa from Nepal?

Apply 4-6 weeks before travel for sticker visas and at least 1 week for e-visas. Avoid the embassy peak windows: May-August for Schengen-class missions, December for Saudi/UAE, and the destination's own school-holiday peaks. Yatra concierge tracks Kathmandu appointment availability across TWO PATHWAYS — pathway depends on supporting-visa status: (A) Online e-Visa at evisa.gov.tr if you hold Schengen/UK/Ireland/US visa or residence permit; (B) VFS Türkiye Kathmandu sticker visa if you do NOT hold a supporting visa daily.

### What bank balance is required for the Türkiye tourist visa for Nepali citizens?

Embassy reviewers look for a visible balance of at least <strong>trip cost × 1.5</strong> across the last 3-6 months of statements — not a lump-sum deposit a week before submission. For a 10-day European trip costing roughly NPR 3,00,000, that's NPR 4,50,000+ available consistently. Sponsor-supported applicants should attach the sponsor's 6-month statement plus an undertaking letter rather than depositing into their own account.

### What happens after the Türkiye tourist visa is approved?

Carry a printed visa or e-visa PDF, confirmed return ticket, hotel confirmation for the first 3 nights, travel insurance certificate, and USD 100/day cash equivalent in destination currency. Türkiye immigration commonly secondary-screens Nepali passport holders at arrival; producing the right paperwork shortens inspection from 30 minutes to 3. Save Yatra's 24/7 concierge number (+977 970-9066517) for entry-port issues.

## Sources

1. [Yatra — Türkiye visa for Nepali citizens](https://yatraforfun.com/visa/turkiye)
2. [Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye — Kathmandu — official site](https://katmandu.be.mfa.gov.tr)
3. [Türkiye visa application portal](https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/tour — Türkiye e-Visa portal (for Nepalis with active Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa or residence permit) · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/tur — VFS Türkiye Nepal (sticker visa intake for Nepalis without supporting visa) · https://katmandu.be.mfa.gov.tr — Embassy of Türkiye Kathmandu · https://en.goc.gov.tr — DGMM (Directorate General of Migration Management — long-stay residence permits, work permits, citizenship))
4. [Embassy reference: www.evisa.gov.tr](https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/tour — Türkiye e-Visa portal (for Nepalis with active Schengen / UK / Ireland / US visa or residence permit))
5. [Embassy reference: visa.vfsglobal.com](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/tur — VFS Türkiye Nepal (sticker visa intake for Nepalis without supporting visa))
6. [Embassy reference: katmandu.be.mfa.gov.tr — Embassy of Türkiye Kathmandu (Bansbari Road, Maharajgunj — direct sticker visa intake + consular)](https://katmandu.be.mfa.gov.tr — Embassy of Türkiye Kathmandu (Bansbari Road, Maharajgunj — direct sticker visa intake + consular))