Issue about getting a New Passport

Hi Mohammed! 👋 I totally get your concern about the U.S. visa — I had the same question when I was applying for my own Turkish e-Visa with a valid U.S. visa. So, based on my experience and what I found: The U.S. visa does not need to be valid for 6 months beyond your planned stay in Turkey, as some travel agents might suggest. What matters is that your U.S. visa should be valid for the entire duration of your trip to Turkey, meaning it should cover your entry date and your whole stay. So, if your U.S. visa is valid until September 30th, 2025, and you’re planning to visit Turkey before that, you're good to go for the e-Visa! When I applied, I made sure my U.S. visa covered my trip dates and everything worked out perfectly. Also, this website helped me secure my e-Visa smoothly: https://turkey-evisa.it.com/application/. Hope this helps, and you should be all set! Safe travels, and enjoy your trip to Turkey! 🇹🇷✈️

Hey Goncalo! No extra document or visa needed—just your Portuguese passport should be enough. Here’s the scoop: Portugal is on Turkey’s visa‑exempt list, so Portuguese passport holders can visit or transit through Türkiye visa‑free for up to 90 days in any 180‑day period. Since you’re just transiting through the airport and not leaving the transit (airside) zone, you don’t need an airport transit visa. You’ll need a valid passport—best to make sure it doesn’t expire too soon. Safe travels and enjoy the journey!

Hi Yemane, thanks for your question!" I know visa rules can get a little confusing, especially with different exceptions out there — so you're not alone in wondering about this, as I was in the same boat myself. I hold an Eritrean passport too, and when I was planning a trip to Turkey last year, I had a tough time finding clear information. Luckily, I found this community and got the guidance I needed right here. 🙌 Sharing with you the same that, Eritrean passport holders are required to obtain a visa to enter Turkey, regardless of whether you hold a valid Schengen visa or not. Unfortunately, currently, Eritrea is not on the list of countries eligible for Turkey's e‑Visa, so you won’t be able to apply online. Instead, you'll need to apply through the nearest Turkish embassy or consulate in your region. I’d suggest gathering the necessary documents like your valid passport, travel itinerary, hotel bookings, and any additional requirements listed by the embassy. Starting early is always a good idea. Hope this helps. Wishing you all the best with your travel plans!

Hi Daniella, thanks for asking If you're a Mexican citizen, yes — you do need a visa to enter Türkiye, even just for a one-day stay in Istanbul. But the great news is that it’s super easy to get one online through Turkey’s e‑Visa system. 💳 Visa Fee: It's usually around $25 USD, and the visa is valid for up to 30 days stay, even if you're only staying for one. 🖥️ Where to apply: You can get it directly from the website: turkey-evisa.it.com — it’s fast, simple, and you’ll get your visa by email in just a few hours or in a day. ✈️ I had a short stopover in Istanbul last year — also under 24 hours — and the e-visa worked perfectly. Hope that helps! Enjoy your layover — even one day in Istanbul is magical. Don’t miss grabbing some Turkish tea near the Bosphorus if you get the chance! ☕🕌

Hi Wayne, Morning! If you’re flying on a South African passport and just transiting through Istanbul for 3 hours — good news: you don’t need a transit visa. As long as you stay inside the international transit area of the airport and don’t pass through immigration, there’s no visa required. I actually had a similar layover last year — stayed in the airport the whole time, with no issues at all. Just followed the transfer signs to my next gate and that was it! Quick tips: Don’t exit the airport or go through passport control. Follow the signs for international transfers. Keep an eye on your boarding gate, as Istanbul Airport is big. You’re all set for a smooth transit — enjoy the journey to Geneva and back!

Hi Rana! 😊 As a Pakistani citizen, you’ll need a Turkey visa for your trip. ✅ If you have a valid Schengen, UK, US, or Irish visa/residence, you can apply for an e‑Visa online. ❌ But if you only have an Australian residence permit, that doesn’t qualify for the e‑Visa. In that case, you’ll need to apply for a sticker visa through the Turkish embassy or consulate in Australia. I’ve done the embassy route before — it just takes a bit of prep (passport, photos, travel plans, etc.), but it’s manageable. Safe travels!