Tourist / visitor for US citizens travelling to Turkey
US citizen passports are visa-exempt for tourism for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. No application before travel.
For a US citizen passport. Lawful permanent residents and other statuses can follow different rules.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who it's for | US citizen passport holders on touristic trips. · Turkish MFA: visa information (opens in a new tab) |
| Maximum stay | 90 days in any 180-day period. · Turkish MFA: visa information (opens in a new tab) |
| Cost | Free. · Turkish MFA: visa information (opens in a new tab) |
| Processing time | No advance visa. · Turkish MFA: visa information (opens in a new tab) |
| How to apply | Travel with a passport expiring at least 150 days after arrival. · Turkish MFA: visa information (opens in a new tab) |
Each fact above is linked to the authority that sets the rule. Entry Visa Guide does not take applications.
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 US citizens on tourism trips?
The MFA exemption means ordinary US citizens on tourism trips do not buy an e-Visa.
What is the 180-day rule?
U.S. Embassy travel information (opens in a new tab) and the MFA cap total stays at 90 days in any 180 days.
Sources
- Turkey e-Visa (opens in a new tab)
- U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Turkey (opens in a new tab)
- Canada: Turkey (opens in a new tab)
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