Turkey for citizens of Austria

🔑 How to enter to Turkey from Austria

To enter Turkey, Austrian citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Turkey, check whether your Austrian passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Turkey and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Austrian passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Austrian passport. You are allowed to stay in Turkey for 90 days.

✅ Requirements for Austrian citizens to visit Turkey with tourist visa

• Austrian citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Turkey. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Austrian citizens on the territory of Turkey is carried out on a commercial basis.

🏢 Austrian Embassies and Consulates in Turkey

Embassy of Austria in Ankara for Turkey

Consulate general of Austria in Istanbul

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Austria require a visa to visit the Turkey?

   Austrian citizens do not need a visa to visit the Turkey.

2. How long Austrian citizens are allowed to stay in Turkey without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Turkey for citizens of Austria for a visa-free stay is 90 days.

3. What happens if a Austrian passport holder stays in Turkey longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Turkey is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Turkey is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Austria need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Turkey without a visa?

   Turkish immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Austrian citizens to enter Turkey without a visa?

   Austrian citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Turkey.

6. Can Austrian work or study during the visa-free stay in Turkey?

   The Turkey visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Turkey Austrian citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.