Indian passport holders generally require a visa to enter Turkey. There are a few exceptions, such as diplomatic passport holders who can enter Turkey without a visa for up to 90 days.For Indian citizens who need a visa to visit Turkey, there are two main options,
- Turkey e-Visa: Indian citizens who have a valid visa or residence permit from Schengen countries, the US, UK, or Ireland can apply for a Turkey e-Visa online. The e-Visa fee is around $43 USD (₹3,500).
- Turkey Sticker Visa: Indian citizens who do not have a valid visa or residence permit from the countries mentioned above need to apply for a Turkey Sticker Visa. The single-entry sticker visa fee is around ₹5,090.
The Turkey tourist visa allows Indian citizens to stay in the country for up to 30 days per visit.It is mandatory for all travelers to Turkey to have travel insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000 (around $33,000).To apply for a Turkey tourist visa, Indian citizens need to submit documents such as a valid passport, passport-sized photos, return flight tickets, hotel reservations, proof of sufficient funds, and travel insurance.The processing time for a Turkey tourist visa from India is typically 5-10 business days.
