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Turkey visa for Indian citizens

Applies via: VFS GlobalSources checked on

Indian citizens apply for a Turkey visa through VFS Global. The published fee for Single Entry - 3 Months is Visa Fee INR 5400/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 12720/-. Processing time (All): Not specified; may increase or decrease at the discretion of the Turkey Embassy/Consulate, India. Apply maximum 60 days in advance. Application locations listed include New Delhi, Jalandhar, Chandigarh, Jaipur and Kolkata (8 more listed below). Sources checked on October 15, 2026.

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Turkey visa for Indians — key facts

Visa fee
Visa Fee INR 5400/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 12720/-Single Entry - 3 Months
Processing time
Not specifiedAll
Where to apply
13 locations listedNew Delhi, Jalandhar, Chandigarh…
Insurance required
Yes

Overview

How do Indian citizens apply for a Turkey visa?

Applies via: VFS Global

Who handles applications in India

VFS Global is the official partner of the Embassy of Türkiye and accepts applications as per the document checklists provided by the Turkey Embassy/Consulate General in India. Applicants can apply maximum 60 days in advance and must apply within their jurisdiction (Embassy New Delhi, Consulate General Mumbai, Consulate General Hyderabad), determined by work and residence address. Part of the fee (INR 6890) is paid online when booking the appointment and the remainder at the centre. Visa and consular queries: Embassy New Delhi consulate.newdelhi@mfa.gov.tr (Consular Section hours 09:00-12:00 and 14:00-17:00, tel +91 11 2688 9053), Consulate General Mumbai consulate.mumbai@mfa.gov.tr (tel +91 22 22040365), Consulate General Hyderabad consulate.hyderabad@mfa.gov.tr (tel +91 40 236 36 365).

Visa on arrival, eVisa or visa-free for Indians?

Visa on arrival
Not available: Türkiye's Foreign Ministry lists Indian ordinary passport holders as required to have a visa to enter, with a sticker visa from a Turkish mission or the conditional e-Visa as the only routes; unlike its entries for nationalities that can get visas on arrival at Turkish ports of entry, the India entry offers no arrival option.
eVisa / online visa
Available only conditionally: Indian ordinary passport holders with a valid Schengen member state, USA, UK or Ireland visa or residence permit may get a single-entry e-Visa valid for one month at www.evisa.gov.tr, provided they meet certain conditions (the supporting visa or permit must be valid on the entry date and carried in original); e-Visas are valid only for tourism or commerce, and other Indians, or anyone going to work or study, need a sticker visa applied for through VFS.
Visa-free entry
Not available: Türkiye's Foreign Ministry says Indian ordinary, special and service passport holders are required to have a visa to enter Türkiye (only diplomatic passport holders are visa-exempt for up to 90 days).

How to apply from India — step by step

  1. 1

    Complete the application form

    Fill in the Turkey visa application form linked from the official pages below.

  2. 2

    Prepare your documents

    Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category.

  3. 3

    Book an appointment

    Book an appointment with VFS Global (see the official links below).

  4. 4

    Submit your application

    Submit at a VFS Global centre or other listed location: New Delhi, Jalandhar, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai and others listed below.

  5. 5

    Give biometrics

    Attend in person for biometrics where the official pages require it.

  6. 6

    Pay the fees

    Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee.

Steps follow the official pages in the Sources section; always follow the latest instructions there.

Before you apply

Visa fees

How much is the Turkey visa fee for Indian citizens?

  • Single Entry - 3 Months

    Visa Fee INR 5400/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 12720/-

    VFS example: 3 months visa total INR 18120 (INR 6890 online at booking, INR 11230 at centre)

  • Single Entry - 6 Months

    Visa Fee INR 5400/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 14840/-

  • Multiple Entry (Only Business) - 6 Months

    Visa Fee INR 16200/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 14840/-

    Eligibility for multiple entry verified by visa officers

  • Multiple Entry (Only Business) - 12 Months

    Visa Fee INR 16200/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 16960/-

  • Student / Research / Internship / Turkish Language Course visa (single entry)

    Visa Fee INR 5400/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 12720/- (3 months) or INR 14840/- (6 months)

    As published on the VFS Türkiye India Student visa tab, October 2026 (same fee table as other visa types); INR 6890 of the total is charged online at appointment booking

  • Work visa (single entry)

    Visa Fee INR 5400/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 12720/- (3 months) or INR 14840/- (6 months)

    As published on the VFS Türkiye India Work visa tab, October 2026 (same fee table as other visa types); INR 6890 of the total is charged online at appointment booking

Service fee: Included as 'Turkiye Visa Application Fee' in the totals above; INR 6890 charged online at appointment booking, remainder payable at the centre via cash, UPI or POS

Checklist

What documents are required for a Turkey visa from India?

All applicants

22 items
  • Visa Application Form filled manually in blue or black ink in block letters, 1 biometric photo affixed, signed
  • Original passport valid at least 6 months upon arrival in Türkiye with at least 2 full blank pages (local address proof if passport issued outside the jurisdiction)
  • 2 biometric photos, white background, within last 6 months, 2.5inch x 2.5inch
  • Covering letter with entire travel plan, purpose, accompanying persons, duration, occupation, expenses clause
  • Original leave letter from employer on letterhead (students: NOC from school/college with student ID copy)
  • Invitation letter with inviter's ID/residence documents if visiting someone in Türkiye
  • Business owners: notarised company registration and GST registration
  • Last 3 months' salary slips; last 6 months' salary and personal bank statements stamped and signed by bank, minimum balance 2 lakh INR per person, updated to within last 15 days
  • ITR (Income Tax Return) for last 3 years (if not filing ITR, an explanation is required in the cover letter); Form 16 (employees)
  • Round trip flight reservation
  • Hotel reservation
  • Travel insurance covering the duration of stay in Türkiye
  • Original authorization letter if submitted by representative/travel agent
  • Copies of first, last and visa pages of passport
  • Proof of civil status: Aadhar card, PAN card
  • Original previous passport(s) (police FIR if lost)
  • Minors: notarised consent letter from both parents and parents' passports
  • Retired: retirement documents and income proof with last 3 months' personal bank statement (minimum balance 2 lakh INR per person)
  • Freelancer: contract documents and proof of regular income with last 6 months' personal bank statement (minimum balance 2 lakh INR per person)
  • Unemployed: explanation of the source of income in the cover letter, with proof of income
  • Address proof for jurisdiction: if renting, rent agreement for the last six months (tenant verification if at the current address for less than six months), or government address proofs such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, gas or electricity bill
  • Checklist notes (all visa types): the Embassy/Consulate may refuse an application without any explanation; there is no refund in any circumstances; every document is verified with the institution that issued it, and applicants found using forged or fake documents are given a restriction code by the Directorate of Migration Management

Tourist Visa

3 items
  • Delhi jurisdiction checklist: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/2hqXVP4LEeLy6legYYpWaD/89dd4325b6b999a82d2d9bb03d3040d0/Tourist-Visa-Delhi.pdf
  • Mumbai jurisdiction: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3RJAUCce36DgjVhl5FKdBz/3c0d48ab99eb660c26785e255154cff0/Checklist-Mumbai-Jurisdiction-Tourist.pdf
  • Hyderabad jurisdiction: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/67Wx61mqMz9KxeB8TovmQc/2251da15de0e6c170b7617779b46a7c5/TOURIST-Apr-2026.pdf

Business Visa

3 items
  • Delhi: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/2fmT40NA0a4LoXL6YpecAg/2699a15270a6ac81f4ada1bf7b3bac16/Business-Visa-Delhi.pdf
  • Mumbai: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/4M7RjTqcgJ7hoOX49IYQsa/aaa0c38f91bebdf5fcf71639c494f2c9/Checklist-Mumbai-Jurisdiction-Business.pdf
  • Hyderabad: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/5JldAi1cJr9XyXhPUT4qgf/38cacc2a74c1faec6799c3ef1ac6ec42/BUSINESS-Apr-2026.pdf

Medical Visa

2 items
  • Delhi: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/vVs8gcgK5CN7ir13Za4N9/217fc904f4c7f345e53d128316b36282/Medical-Visa-Delhi.pdf
  • Mumbai: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/1r5i3Sl8WJeNwIMRDt1aBr/f1ca457277ce70b644fa7893e83e7ff8/Checklist-Mumbai-Jurisdiction-Medical.pdf

Work Visa

2 items
  • Delhi: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/135TYGMfmtWodVv87Wer8R/d881f07a99508d590c70f24adf14f437/Work-Visa-Delhi.pdf
  • Mumbai: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/4WAhyYTqiGVIfNnmFXLRBn/47df85cd3fc113b6680829436acbd2aa/Checklist-Mumbai-Jurisdiction-Work.pdf

Seaman Visa

1 item
  • Delhi: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/6011JoVXwPMmAk8A0RBiuM/a2e6821e6698328a0f850569b0a0ffa6/Seamen-Visa-Delhi.pdf

Film Shooting Visa

1 item
  • Delhi: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3aJ3BL1iYlGifnlft1p6y3/0b66b2d4c0138bcf6386051feca850fd/Film-Visa-Delhi.pdf

Student / Research / Internship / Turkish Language Course Visa

1 item
  • Delhi: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/Net8rNeYBd7sl1mTb1CDo/002fec560fed79576b805088556f9987/Education-Visa-Delhi.pdf

Montage Visa

1 item
  • Delhi: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/44s6eBtZIDTXMz0OEslIaV/13fc5948793c43d6136300a25fc61364/Montage-Visa-Delhi.pdf

Family unification

1 item
  • Mumbai jurisdiction only: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/6ADQYmb7VieY60wpRh707d/889b2445292e9bdf2717f0d998529770/Family-Unification.pdf

Student / Research / Internship / Turkish Language Course — Delhi jurisdiction checklist items

8 items
  • Visa application form filled by hand in block letters with 1 biometric photo; original passport valid 6 months on arrival with 2 blank pages; 2 biometric photos 2.5 x 2.5 inch, white background
  • Covering letter with purpose, duration, expenses clause and university/course details; cover letter from the Indian institute if currently a student; AIESEC/IAESTE letters for internships; Turkish language course applicants name two reference persons with ID and contacts
  • Acceptance letter from the university with the YÖKSİS eight-character ID (XXX-XXX-XX), or acceptance/enrolment letter from the institution or course; receipt of school-fee payment (as applicable); apostilled diploma of the last school finished
  • Police Clearance Certificate from the Regional Passport Office
  • Last 3 months' salary slips; last 6 months' personal bank statement with a minimum balance of INR 2 lakh per person, and proof that finances suffice for long-term study and stay in Türkiye; ITR for the last 3 years; Form 16 (employees)
  • One-way flight ticket (reservation acceptable; buying before the visa is not recommended); hotel reservation; travel insurance covering the stay in Türkiye
  • Sponsor may submit the monetary documents with an original sponsorship letter, passport copy, employment letter or notarised company registration and relationship proof
  • Copies of first, last and visa pages of passport; Aadhaar and PAN; original previous passports; minors need notarised consent from both parents

Work visa — Delhi and Mumbai jurisdiction checklist items

7 items
  • Visa application form with biometric photo; original passport (6 months' validity on arrival, 2 blank pages); 2 biometric photos 2.5 x 2.5 inch
  • Covering letter stating purpose and duration of stay; invitation letter from the company in Türkiye in Turkish and English
  • Original employment contract typed in Turkish and English with employer, employee, workplace address and job description, wet-signed by the authorised person
  • Turkish company documents: signature circular (İmza Sirküleri), Trade Registry Gazette and tax ID document
  • Police Clearance Certificate; apostilled qualification certificates and profession proof, prior work-experience letter if any
  • Travel insurance covering the stay (Delhi list); copies of first, last and visa pages of passport; Aadhaar and PAN; original previous passports
  • The mission refers the work permit application to the Ministry of Labour and Social Security and e-mails a reference number valid for 30 days; the employer must submit its documents to the Ministry within those 30 days; once approved, apply at VFS for the work visa

Photo

What are the Turkey visa photo specifications?

Size
2.5 x 2.5 Inch
Background
White Background
  • not more than 6 months old
  • without headgear, hat/cap or spectacles
  • neutral expression
  • hair not tucked behind ears
  • no staple marks

Insurance

Is travel medical insurance required for a Turkey visa?

Required

Travel insurance should cover the duration of stay in Türkiye (Tourist checklist)

Processing

How long does Turkey visa processing take?

All
Not specified; may increase or decrease at the discretion of the Turkey Embassy/Consulate, India. Apply maximum 60 days in advance
Tourist visa — Delhi and Mumbai jurisdictions
No fixed processing time published; checklists say tourist applications should in principle be made at least 15 working days before departure
Tourist visa — Hyderabad jurisdiction (April 2026 checklist)
No fixed processing time published; apply at least 6 working days before departure
Business visa — Delhi jurisdiction
No fixed processing time published; apply at least 10 working days before departure
Medical visa and family unification visa
No fixed processing time published; apply at least 20 working days before departure (Delhi medical and Mumbai family unification checklists); these visas can take longer to conclude
Student / Research / Internship / Turkish Language Course visa
No fixed processing time published; education visa applications should in principle be made at least 20 working days before departure, and education visas can take longer to conclude (Delhi checklist)
Work visa
No fixed processing time published; work visa applications should in principle be made at least 25 working days before departure; the application is referred to the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, so work-permit visas can take longer (Delhi and Mumbai checklists)

Visa types

Which Turkey visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Visa types

  • Business Visa
  • Medical Visa
  • Work Visa
  • Seaman Visa
  • Tourist Visa
  • Film Shooting Visa
  • Student / Research / Internship / Turkish Language Course Visa
  • Montage Visa
  • Family unification

Long stay

Turkey study and work visas for Indians

Work visa with work permit (Ministry of Labour and Social Security)

Work

For Indians with a job offer from a company in Türkiye. Apply at the VFS centre for your jurisdiction; the Embassy/Consulate refers the work permit application to the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, the employer completes it in Türkiye, and after approval you return to VFS for the work visa.

  • Employment contract in Turkish and English, invitation letter from the Turkish company, and the company's signature circular, Trade Registry Gazette and tax ID
  • Apostilled qualification certificates and profession proof; Police Clearance Certificate
  • After referral, a reference number valid for 30 days is e-mailed to you; share it with your employer, who must submit its documents to the Ministry within those 30 days (the MFA's general page says ten working days)
  • Apply at least 25 working days before departure; work-permit visas can take longer
  • E-Visas are valid only for tourism or commerce; work and study visas are issued by Turkish missions
Official page

Student / research / internship / Turkish language course visa

Study

For Indians admitted to a Turkish university, research or exchange programme, AIESEC/IAESTE internship or Turkish language course. Apply at the VFS centre for your jurisdiction with the education checklist.

  • University acceptance letter showing the YÖKSİS eight-character ID (XXX-XXX-XX), or an acceptance/enrolment/invitation letter from the institution or course
  • Minimum bank balance of INR 2 lakh per person in the last 6 months' personal bank statement, and evidence that funds are sufficient for long-term study and living costs in Türkiye
  • Police Clearance Certificate; apostilled certificate of the last school finished; receipt of school-fee payment (as applicable)
  • Travel insurance covering the stay; one-way ticket reservation
  • Apply at least 20 working days before departure
Official page

Long-term residence permit

Residence

Türkiye's permanent-style permit under the Law on Foreigners and International Protection (No. 6458), issued by governorates with Ministry approval after long legal residence.

  • At least eight years of continuous residence in Türkiye on a residence permit (or meeting conditions set by the Migration Policies Board)
  • Student residence permits count at half their duration; other permit types count in full; stays outside Türkiye exceeding a total of six months within one year, or a total of one year within the last five years (other than for compulsory public service, education or health), interrupt residence (Article 28)
  • No social assistance in the past three years; sufficient and stable income for yourself and family; valid medical insurance; no public order or security threat
  • Holders get the same rights as Turkish citizens except military service, voting and standing for election, public service and duty-free vehicle import; the permit is cancelled after more than one year continuously outside Türkiye (except for health, education or compulsory public service)
Official page

Fees and processing times for these routes are listed in the Visa fees and Processing sections above.

Where to apply

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Turkey visa?

  • New Delhi
  • Jalandhar
  • Chandigarh
  • Jaipur
  • Kolkata
  • Mumbai
  • Ahmedabad
  • Bengaluru
  • Chennai
  • Cochin
  • Puducherry
  • Pune
  • Hyderabad

Which office covers your state

Embassy of Türkiye, New Delhi (Consular Section, 50-N Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021)
Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Jammu & Kashmir, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura (also Nepal and Bhutan). VFS centres: New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Kolkata (and Kathmandu). VFS New Delhi: Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Mezzanine Level, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001; Mon-Fri 09:00-15:00 for applicants (travel agencies 09:00-12:00), passport delivery 15:00-17:00. Other centres' hours for applicants: Chandigarh 09:00-15:00, Jaipur 09:00-15:00, Jalandhar 09:00-16:00, Kolkata 09:00-16:00.
Consulate General of Türkiye, Mumbai (Maker Chambers IV, 10th Floor, 101 Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021)
Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep Islands. VFS centres: Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Cochin, Puducherry. VFS Mumbai: Urmi Axis Building, 6th Floor, near MMRC Science Centre Exit A4, opp. E Moses Road, Mahalaxmi (West), Mumbai 400011; Mon-Fri 08:00-15:00, passport delivery 15:00-17:00. Other centres' hours: Pune 08:00-14:00, Ahmedabad 09:00-15:00, Bengaluru 08:00-15:00, Chennai 09:00-15:00, Cochin 09:00-15:00, Puducherry 08:00-15:00.
Consulate General of Türkiye, Hyderabad (Plot No 656, Road No 34, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad)
Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Chhattisgarh. VFS centre: Hyderabad. VFS Hyderabad: Mon-Fri 09:00-15:00.

FAQ

Turkey visa for Indians — frequently asked questions

Answers built only from the VFS Global and embassy pages listed in the Sources section.

How much is the Turkey visa fee for Indian citizens?

Single Entry - 3 Months: Visa Fee INR 5400/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 12720/-; Single Entry - 6 Months: Visa Fee INR 5400/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 14840/-; Multiple Entry (Only Business) - 6 Months: Visa Fee INR 16200/- + Turkiye Visa Application Fee INR 14840/-. 3 more fee rows are listed on this page. Service fee: Included as 'Turkiye Visa Application Fee' in the totals above; INR 6890 charged online at appointment booking, remainder payable at the centre via cash, UPI or POS.

What documents are required for a Turkey visa from India?

Visa Application Form filled manually in blue or black ink in block letters, 1 biometric photo affixed, signed; Original passport valid at least 6 months upon arrival in Türkiye with at least 2 full blank pages (local address proof if passport issued outside the jurisdiction); 2 biometric photos, white background, within last 6 months, 2.5inch x 2.5inch; Covering letter with entire travel plan, purpose, accompanying persons, duration, occupation, expenses clause; Original leave letter from employer on letterhead (students: NOC from school/college with student ID copy); Invitation letter with inviter's ID/residence documents if visiting someone in Türkiye. Plus 16 more items listed on this page. Category-specific checklists are listed for 11 visa categories.

How long does Turkey visa processing take for Indians?

All: Not specified; may increase or decrease at the discretion of the Turkey Embassy/Consulate, India. Apply maximum 60 days in advance; Tourist visa — Delhi and Mumbai jurisdictions: No fixed processing time published; checklists say tourist applications should in principle be made at least 15 working days before departure; Tourist visa — Hyderabad jurisdiction (April 2026 checklist): No fixed processing time published; apply at least 6 working days before departure.

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Turkey visa?

Applications go via VFS Global. Locations listed: New Delhi, Jalandhar, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Cochin, Puducherry, Pune, Hyderabad. Jurisdiction by state: Embassy of Türkiye, New Delhi (Consular Section, 50-N Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021) — Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Jammu & Kashmir, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura (also Nepal and Bhutan). VFS centres: New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Kolkata (and Kathmandu). VFS New Delhi: Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Mezzanine Level, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001; Mon-Fri 09:00-15:00 for applicants (travel agencies 09:00-12:00), passport delivery 15:00-17:00. Other centres' hours for applicants: Chandigarh 09:00-15:00, Jaipur 09:00-15:00, Jalandhar 09:00-16:00, Kolkata 09:00-16:00.; Consulate General of Türkiye, Mumbai (Maker Chambers IV, 10th Floor, 101 Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021) — Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep Islands. VFS centres: Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Cochin, Puducherry. VFS Mumbai: Urmi Axis Building, 6th Floor, near MMRC Science Centre Exit A4, opp. E Moses Road, Mahalaxmi (West), Mumbai 400011; Mon-Fri 08:00-15:00, passport delivery 15:00-17:00. Other centres' hours: Pune 08:00-14:00, Ahmedabad 09:00-15:00, Bengaluru 08:00-15:00, Chennai 09:00-15:00, Cochin 09:00-15:00, Puducherry 08:00-15:00.; Consulate General of Türkiye, Hyderabad (Plot No 656, Road No 34, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad) — Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Chhattisgarh. VFS centre: Hyderabad. VFS Hyderabad: Mon-Fri 09:00-15:00..

Can Indians get a Turkey visa on arrival or an eVisa?

Visa on arrival — Not available: Türkiye's Foreign Ministry lists Indian ordinary passport holders as required to have a visa to enter, with a sticker visa from a Turkish mission or the conditional e-Visa as the only routes; unlike its entries for nationalities that can get visas on arrival at Turkish ports of entry, the India entry offers no arrival option. eVisa — Available only conditionally: Indian ordinary passport holders with a valid Schengen member state, USA, UK or Ireland visa or residence permit may get a single-entry e-Visa valid for one month at www.evisa.gov.tr, provided they meet certain conditions (the supporting visa or permit must be valid on the entry date and carried in original); e-Visas are valid only for tourism or commerce, and other Indians, or anyone going to work or study, need a sticker visa applied for through VFS. Visa-free entry — Not available: Türkiye's Foreign Ministry says Indian ordinary, special and service passport holders are required to have a visa to enter Türkiye (only diplomatic passport holders are visa-exempt for up to 90 days).

What photo size is required for a Turkey visa?

Size: 2.5 x 2.5 Inch. Background: White Background.

Is travel medical insurance required for a Turkey visa?

Yes. Travel insurance should cover the duration of stay in Türkiye (Tourist checklist)

Which Turkey visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Visa types. 9 visa types are listed on this page.

Sources

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