Istanbul Transit with Indian Passport to Hong Kong

Hi Fatimazahra I looked into this when helping a friend with a Moroccan passport. Unfortunately, Moroccan nationals aren’t eligible for the Turkey e-Visa, even if they live in the US. What you can do is apply for a regular (sticker) visa through a Turkish consulate in the US, like Detroit, as long as you have valid legal status there. The application can be submitted in person, and for that you’ll need to book an appointment by contacting the embassy or consulate and submit documents in person. For the most accurate steps and document list, I’d really recommend checking the Turkish consulate website for the US or contacting the Detroit consulate directly — they’re quite specific. Hope this helps and good luck!

Hi Kerry, I’ve faced a similar issue before — online visa payments sometimes fail due to card security blocks, browser issues, or bank verification problems (especially for international payments). What helped me was switching browsers, using a different card, or checking with the bank to allow the transaction. If you can’t see the payment option and were advised not to submit a new application, it’s usually best to contact the support team handling your existing reference so they can guide you safely without duplicating anything. Personally, I previously applied through this platform and found it very convenient and easy to use. Their support team was quite responsive and helped me resolve payment issues quickly: 👉 https://turkey-evisa.it.com/application/ Hope this helps — payment issues are stressful, but they’re usually fixable

Hey Ferah I’ve helped someone look into this before, so I know it can feel a bit overwhelming. The good news is that Turkey does allow dual citizenship, and if you’re eligible through your father, that’s usually the best place to start. Once your own status is confirmed, your daughter can typically be included as well. If you’re unsure whether your documents qualify, I’d recommend reaching out to the Turkish Consulate or embassy first — they can confirm everything before you make any travel plans. It really helps avoid unnecessary trips. Hope this helps, and best of luck!

Hi Adelyn I went through this recently, so I’ll share what helped me. First, check whether your nationality is eligible for a Turkey e-Visa — if yes, the process is fully online and very quick. If not, you’ll need to apply for a regular visit (sticker) visa through the Turkish Embassy or Consulate. In general, you’ll need a valid passport, an application form, a photo, travel insurance, flight and hotel details, and proof of funds. Embassy/consulate applications usually take around 10–15 working days, depending on where you apply. My advice is to start by checking the Turkish Embassy or consulate website for your country or by directly contacting them — for clear details and the process steps, documents, and to help avoid mistakes. Hope this helps, and enjoy planning your trip!

Hi Frances I looked into this — if you’re just transiting through Turkey and not leaving the airport’s international transit zone, you usually don’t need a transit visa at all. You can stay in the transit area while waiting for your next flight without applying for anything special. However, if you plan to leave the airport during your layover (like to see Istanbul or self-transfer and change terminals that force you through immigration), then you will need a visa. That could be a transit visa or a short‑stay visa, depending on your situation — and you’d apply through the Turkish embassy or consulate before travel, or online where eligible. For processing time, transit or short‑stay visas usually take up to about 10–15 working days at an embassy/consulate, so it’s best to start early. Quick tip from my experience: ✔ Always double‑check with your airline first — they sometimes have the clearest rule for your specific flight and layover. Safe travels and hope your connection goes smoothly

Hey Youssef, I’ve been in a similar situation before with a flight transfer in Istanbul. Since your flights are on separate tickets, airlines usually don’t check you through to the second flight, so you’ll probably need to collect your luggage and get a boarding pass for the next flight. That means you’ll have to go through immigration. Because of that, even though you’re just transiting, you’d need a Turkish entry visa (short-stay or transit visa). If your layover was on the same ticket and your boarding pass for the second flight was already issued, you could stay airside without entering Turkey, and no visa would be needed. My advice: Confirm with Pegasus whether they can issue your second boarding pass in Cologne or at Istanbul. If not, apply for a Turkish visa ahead of time to avoid last-minute stress. Check the Turkish embassy for the visa type that matches your short layover. Hope that helps. Safe travels!

If the person's nationality is eligible, they can apply for an electronic visa regardless of their physical location. They can start their application here: https://turkey-evisa.it.com/application/. The website also provides a detailed list of all the required documents, which can be found here: https://turkey-evisa.it.com/turkey-documents-requirement/.