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Hey Rogaia! 👋 Hope you're doing great! I totally get you — I’m also based in the UAE and had looked into Turkey tourist visas recently too. So, here's the thing: unfortunately, Sudan isn’t on the eligible list for the e-Visa right now 😕. I ran into the same issue when helping a friend from Sudan — we found out that people with Sudanese passports usually need to apply for a regular visa through the Turkish Embassy or Consulate instead of online. Since you have a UAE residence permit, it might help your case a bit — sometimes embassies look at that positively. I’d suggest giving your local Turkish Consulate a quick call just to double-check the latest rules (they change stuff sometimes 🙈). Wishing you all the best for your travel plans! Let us know how it goes

Hey Sedat 👋 I actually ran into the same issue and contacted their support team too. They mentioned they only handle eVisa services, not residency or appointment bookings 😕 — and advised me to reach out to the Turkish Embassy or Consulate directly for that part. Hope this saves you some time! Good luck with the process

Hey Paul, I’ve helped someone in a similar situation recently — also flying through Istanbul with a long layover. If your friend needs to leave the transit area to collect and recheck baggage, then yes, a visa is usually required, even if they’re not staying overnight 😕. Unfortunately, Kenyan passport holders aren’t eligible for Turkey’s e-Visa, so they’ll need to apply through the Turkish Embassy in Nairobi. Best to get that started early since embassy slots can take time. Hope that helps and safe travels to your friend! ✈️

Hello, I’m also a Nigerian citizen holding a UK residence permit. When I recently tried to apply for a Turkish e-Visa online, I found that I wasn’t eligible to complete the application. Later, a friend informed me that Nigerian passport holders are no longer eligible for Turkey’s e-Visa, even if they hold a valid UK residence permit. He also shared that website link .You can check the list of eligible countries for the e-Visa on the website: 👉 https://turkey-evisa.it.com/all-eligible-country-for-turkey-visa/ Instead, I was advised to apply for a sticker visa at the nearest Turkish embassy or consulate. To apply for the sticker/ Regular visa, you’ll typically need the following documents: 1.A passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned date of arrival in Turkey 2.A valid residence permit or visa from the UK, USA, Schengen area, or Ireland 3.A credit or debit card to pay the visa fee 4.A valid email address to receive application updates It’s important to verify the exact requirements with the embassy you’re applying through, as additional documents (like travel insurance, hotel bookings, flight reservations, and financial proof) might be required. I hope this helps others in a similar situation!

Hey Willum 👋 Totally get where you're coming from — I had a similar situation with a friend from Belarus last year. Unfortunately, the standard e-Visa only allows a 30-day stay 😕, and there isn’t really an option to extend it online or pay for extra days. What we did was go to the local (Immigration Office) in Turkey and apply for a short-term residence permit. It takes a bit of paperwork and time, but it’s the safest way to stay longer legally. I’d recommend starting that process as soon as possible after arriving. Hope you both have a great summer in Turkey!

Hello Inge Kumalasari, My name is Jonas, and I am also from Indonesia. I’d like to share some information that might be helpful for you. For Turkish travel, Indonesian citizens do not need a visa to enter Türkiye for tourism or business purposes. We are allowed to stay visa-free for 30 to 90 days, depending on the entry conditions. I traveled to Türkiye a few months ago and initially thought I needed extra documents. However, a friend guided me and I confirmed that Indonesian passport holders are indeed visa-exempt. You can also check the eligibility details here for your reference: 👉 https://turkey-evisa.it.com/all-eligible-country-for-turkey-visa/ I hope this information will be useful for your travel planning.

Hey Tarek 👋 For Libyan citizens, tourist visa applications to Turkey usually have to go through the Turkish Embassy or Consulate — they’ll guide you on the exact documents needed based on your situation. I’d recommend reaching out to them directly, they’re usually pretty clear about what’s required. Good luck! 👍