Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | 2 | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | 2 | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | 2 | Yes |
| USA | Yes | 2 | Yes |
| Other EU | 1 | 2/3/4 | Yes |
PassportsPassport valid for
at least six months from date of arrival in Turkey required by all nationals referred to in the chart above, except:
1. nationals of Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands and Spain, who can enter with a national ID card (which must have a validity of one year).
VisasSticker-type entry visas: Tourists and business visitors from the following countries
do require visas and can obtain a sticker-type entry visa at the point of entry for a fee (prices are dependent on nationality):
(a)
2. Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Ireland, Italy, Malta, The Netherlands, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, the UK* and USA for stays not exceeding 90 days;
(b)
3. Greek Cypriot Administrative Region, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania and Slovak Republic for stays not exceeding 30 days.
Except
4. Nationals of Bulgaria who do
not require a visa for stays up to 90 days, but
do require a visa for transit and for entry at certain points in Turkey; check with consulate.
Visa Note(a) *British National Overseas passport holders should contact the visa section of the consulate general before traveling. (b) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Types of Visa and CostBritish passport holders can obtain a
tourist visa either at the port of entry in Turkey for £10 or from the consulate general in the UK for £74.
Single-entry (six months): £66.
Single-entry (one year): £207.
Multiple-entry (up to five years): £207.
Single transit: £66.
Study: £66 (six months) or £207 (one year).
Work: £207 (one year, plus work permit document fee). These prices are provided by The Consulate General for the Republic of Turkey in London; prices may vary according to nationality.
ValiditySingle- and multiple-entry: up to six months or one year.
Multiple-entry: up to five years.
Transit: six months.
Work: one year.
Study: six months or one year.
Applications to:Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see
General Info. Applicants must pre-book an appointment with the relevant consulate. An online appointment system is available for The Consulate General for the Republic of Turkey in London (website:
www.turkishconsulate.org.uk/en/visa). Travel agencies can also make visa applications.
Working Days RequiredUsually three, but dependent on nationality of applicant and type of visa. Some applications may be referred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ankara, which may take much longer (minimum six to eight weeks).
WarningMost visits are trouble-free. However, there is a high threat from terrorism in Turkey. It is believed that international terrorist groups, as well as indigenous ones, are currently active in Turkey. As in previous years, after a lull over the winter months the PKK resumed its terrorist campaign over the summer period. Attacks have taken place against government and security targets and also in restaurants, public transport and other public places frequented by expatriates and foreign travelers.
Targets have included Mediterranean and Aegean tourist areas, Istanbul and Turkey’s South East. On 2 October 2007, two explosions in Izmir killed one person and injured five others and a further explosive device was found. In May and April of this year, an explosion in Izmir killed one person and injured eleven others and another in Mersin killed one person.
In August 2006, explosions in the Aegean resort of Marmaris injured 21 people, including 10 British nationals. In November 2003, terrorist attacks against the British Consulate-General and the headquarters of HSBC in Istanbul caused 33 deaths and injured several hundred.
Turkish Authorities have confirmed outbreaks of Avian Influenza (Bird Flu).
As a precaution, visitors should avoid live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where they may come into contact with domestic, caged or wild birds; and ensure that poultry and egg dishes are thoroughly cooked.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Yes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | Sometimes | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Sometimes | |
| Yellow Fever | No | |
Health CareTurkey has a large health sector with high-standard private health-care available at reasonable cost in the main cities. In rural areas and the east of the country, health services are less developed. Many Turkish doctors and dentists speak a foreign language, particularly at major hospitals. Private health insurance is recommended.
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