Visa Requirements

US Citizens

Can now apply for an e-visa at this link Turkey E-Visa Link 

Tourist Visa

1. An Appointment is required.  Set the Appointment with the Application Link towards the end. Print the Appointment Confirmation.You will be required to upload copies of the supporting documentation listed below, we recommend having these documents saved to your computer prior to starting your visa application.Passport Type Photo
   Flight Reservation
   Letter of Invitation or Hotel Booking
   Employment Letter
   Bank Account Statement
2. Helpful hints below to complete your visa application.Select Ordinary Passport.
   Mission To Be Applied at – Turkish Embassy in Washington DC
   During the application a pop box will appear asking for a reference number,
   this reference number will be sent to the email address you entered on the pre application form.
   Once completed you must download and sign your Pre-Visa Application Form.
   You must complete and schedule an appointment to submit your visa application on your behalf to the Turkish Embassy in Washington.
   Select the first available date, We must receive your completed documents by FedEx at least one day prior to
   the scheduled appointment date.
3.  Fully completed and Originally signed Turkey Visa Application 
4. A valid, signed US passport. The passport must have at least 6 months remaining after the completion of your stay in Turkey, and contain at least one blank visa page. In addition to your original passport, you must also send a copy of the vital data page and for Non US Citizens any page in your passport that has a visa, entry or exit stamp on it. Also Proof of US Visa status (i.e. copy of the front and back of US Alien Resident Card (Green Card), or a valid US visa stamped into the passport with the original I-94 card
5.  Passport photograph One recently taken passport type photo. You will be required to upload a copy of your passport type photo when completing the visa application. You must also send the actual photo.
6. Flight itinerary. . You will be required to upload the flight itinerary and supply the hard copy.
7. Proof of International medical health insurance is required.
8.  Letter from employer verifying employment status and leave of absence. You will be required to upload the letter and supply the hard copy.
9.  If staying with a relative or friend who lives in Turkey a notarized Invitation Letter from the host  is required. (signed by a notary in Turkey) OR A copy of the applicant’s hotel confirmation is required. You will be required to upload the invitation or hotel confirmation and supply the hard copy.
10.  A copy of the Applicant’s recent bank statement or evidence of adequate finance, such as a letter from a bank, or money market statement. It is advisable to Black out or Erase account numbers. You will be required to upload a copy of your Bank Statement when completing the visa application. You must also send a hard copy

Once submitted the visa should be issued within 5-7 business days.

Business Visa /Long Term Stay

1. An Appointment is required.  Set the Appointment with the Application Link towards the end. Print the Appointment Confirmation.You will be required to upload copies of the supporting documentation listed below, we recommend having these documents saved to your computer prior to starting your visa application.Passport Type Photo
   Flight Reservation
   Letter of Invitation or Hotel Booking
   Employment Letter
   Bank Account Statement
2. Helpful hints below to complete your visa application.Select Ordinary Passport.
   Mission To Be Applied at – Turkish Embassy in Washington DC
   During the application a pop box will appear asking for a reference number,
   this reference number will be sent to the email address you entered on the pre application form.
   Once completed you must download and sign your Pre-Visa Application Form.
   You must complete and schedule an appointment to submit your visa application on your behalf to the Turkish Embassy in Washington.
   Select the first available date, We must receive your completed documents by FedEx at least one day prior to
   the scheduled appointment date.
3.  Fully completed and Originally signed Turkey Visa Application
4. Fully completed and signed Turkey Visa Application for US Citizens
5. A valid, signed US passport. The passport must have at least 6 months remaining after the completion of your stay in Turkey, and contain at least one blank visa page. In addition to your original passport, you must also send a copy of the vital data page and for Non US Citizens any page in your passport that has a visa, entry or exit stamp on it.  Also Proof of US Visa status (i.e. copy of the front and back of US Alien Resident Card (Green Card), or a valid US visa stamped into the passport with the original I-94 card
6. One recently taken passport type photo. You will be required to upload a copy of your passport type photo when completing the visa application. You must also send the actual photo. Passport photograph
7. Flight itinerary. . You will be required to upload the flight itinerary and supply the hard copy.
8. Proof of International medical health insurance is required.
9. A copy of the Applicant’s recent bank statement or evidence of adequate finance, such as a letter from a bank, or money market statement. It is advisable to Black out or Erase account numbers. You will be required to upload a copy of your Bank Statement when completing the visa application. You must also send a hard copy
10. One invitation Letter addressed to : Turkish Embassy in Washington DC,  Visa Section must include Letter of invitation from host company or organization in Turkey specifying the purpose of the trip. Also required is a copy of company tax registration certificate. The inviting organization is required to guarantee food and accommodation expenses. This Invitation must also be uploaded.
11. A business letter of introduction and financial responsibility is required to be typed on your company letterhead with not just a P.O. Box needs to have a physical address and addressed to: Turkish Embassy in Washington DC Visa Section. This letter must be originally signed by a company officer other than the traveler, and should:
    1. state the nature of business to be performed;
    2. include the name and address of the company to be visited;
    3. guarantee sufficient financial support during visit; and
    4. guarantee return transportation to the US for the applicant.
    5. Must specifically request the validity mentioned on the application
    6. This letter will also have to be uploaded.
       

       Fees

In addition to the standard Iratex fees, the following consular fees apply:

Once submitted the visa should be issued within 5-7 business days.