Turkey for citizens of United States of America

🔑 How to enter to Turkey from United States of America

To enter Turkey, United States 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 United States 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 United States passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your United States passport. You are allowed to stay in Turkey for 90 days.

✅ Requirements for United States citizens to visit Turkey with tourist visa

• United States 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 United States citizens on the territory of Turkey is carried out on a commercial basis.

⚠ Citizens of United States of America must obtain a visa in advance before traveling to Turkey.

A Turkish tourist visa is required for United States citizens. At the discretion of the embassy staff, the visa can be issued strictly under the travel time line. When applying for a tourist visa to Turkey, the applicant must be in person. You may applay for a Turkish tourist visa online.

✅ How to apply for Turkey tourist visa from United States of America

1. Prepare all required documents.
2. Complete the application form and attach all required documents.
3. Submit your visa application online.
4. Await processing of documents.
5. Receive your passports with visas. .

ℹ The processing time is usually standard, but may increase depending on the embassy's workload. Refusal may be received without explanation. The visa fee is non-refundable in case of refusal. The application must be submitted for each applicant separately and in person.

🏢 United States Embassies and Consulates in Turkey

Embassy of United States of America in Ankara for Turkey

Consulate general of United States of America in Istanbul

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of United States of America require a visa to visit the Turkey?

   United States citizens do not need a visa to visit the Turkey.

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

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

3. What happens if a United States 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 United States of America 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 United States citizens to enter Turkey without a visa?

   United States 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 United States 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 United States citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.