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Hi Maggie, No, you do not need a Turkish entry visa if you are only transiting through Istanbul and staying within the airport’s international transit area without passing immigration. However, I recommend contacting your airline once to check if your nationality requires a transit visa or not before travelling. Safe travels!

Hi, a friend of mine recently travelled to Turkey for an official visit on a UNLP passport. So I can share his experience with you. For Ghanaian citizens traveling on a UN Blue Laissez-Passer (UNLP) for official duty, a Turkish visa is generally not required if the travel is strictly official and supported by a UN official note/letter. However, requirements can vary depending on the type of UNLP (blue) and the nature and duration of your stay, so it’s strongly recommended to confirm directly with the Turkish Embassy or Consulate before travel. Contact details of the embassy can be found here: https://turkey-evisa.it.com/embassy-and-consulate-of-turkey/. If you plan any private travel or stay beyond the official mission, a visa may be required. Hope this helps, and safe travels!

As a Madagascar passport holder, you are not eligible for a Turkish e-Visa. Additionally, a student residence permit from Northern Cyprus (European University of Lefke) does not grant visa-free entry to Türkiye. To visit Istanbul, you will need to apply for a Turkish tourist visa through the nearest Turkish embassy or consulate before traveling. It’s best to apply well in advance of your planned dates, even for a short stay like 4 days. I recommend contacting the Turkish embassy or consulate to check for the latest requirements. Contact details if the embassy can be found here: https://turkey-evisa.it.com/embassy-and-consulate-of-turkey/. I hope this clarifies the situation and helps with your travel planning. Wishing you a smooth application process and a great trip once approved!