Tourist / visitor for UK citizens travelling to Turkey
British citizen passports are visa-exempt for tourism for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. No application before travel.
For a full UK citizen passport. Other British passport types can follow a different rule.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who it's for | British citizen passport holders on touristic trips. |
| Maximum stay | 90 days in any 180-day period. |
| Cost | Free. |
| Processing time | No advance visa. |
| How to apply | Travel with a passport expiring at least 150 days after arrival. |
| Official link | Use the authority’s own website. Entry Visa Guide does not take applications. · Turkish MFA: visa information (opens in a new tab) |
Apply only on the government website linked above. This site does not issue visas or travel authorisations and does not take applications. Other websites charge their own service fee on top of any government charge.
How to apply
- Check passport validity and blank pages.
- Count days spent in Turkey in the last 180 days.
- Request a dated entry stamp at land borders.
FAQ
Is there an e-Visa for British tourists?
The MFA exemption means ordinary British tourists do not buy an e-Visa.
What is the 180-day rule?
GOV.UK and the MFA cap total stays at 90 days in any 180 days.
Sources
- GOV.UK: Turkey entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs: visa information for foreigners (opens in a new tab)
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