Turkish Transit Visa
The Turkish Airport Transit Visa allows eligible passengers to leave the Turkey airport’s international transit zone and access the other areas of the airport.
This visa does not allow passengers to leave the airport and enter Turkey. If you need to leave the airport to enter the country, check for other visa options.
Who needs to have a Turkey Transit visa?
Travellers from Countries eligible for a Turkey Transit Visa can only apply if their destination country is ONE of the following:
- Colombia
- Mexico
- Panama
- Venezuela
Passengers travelling on other routes should check their applicable transit conditions before departure.
Is a Turkish Airport Transit Visa Required for Every Passenger?
No. A Turkish Airport Transit Visa is not required for every passenger connecting through a Turkish airport.
Passengers who remain inside the international transit area generally do not need a visa.
Is the Turkish Airport Transit Visa Free?
Yes, the Turkish Airport Transit Visa is gratis, which means no visa fee is charged for the application; only a service fee (and, if selected, a rush or super-rush fee) is charged. Check the Turkey Airport Transit Visa Fee in detail for a better application experience.
When to Apply for the Turkish Transit Visa?
The best time to apply for your Turkey transit visa is 24 hours before your flights, since this is the earliest possible time to avoid delays and at the same time to ensure that the visa remains valid.
The last deadline to apply for your Turkish transit visa is 1-5 hours before the trip, but it is still preferable to apply before this if possible to avoid any possible complications.
Where to Apply for a Turkish Transit Visa?
Turkey Airport Transit Visa applications can be submitted
- Either using the Turkey eVisa official application portal or
- By filling out the Turkey eVisa Airport Transit Visa Application online.
What documents does the Turkey Airport Transit Visa Application require?
Eligible applicants are only required to submit a scanned copy of their passport bio page.
What documents will the Immigration Officer at the Airport check?
The Turkey Airport Transit Visa application will only proceed to processing if the applicant fulfils the following conditions:
- Have an onward flight ticket
- Have a visa for the next destination (if required)
- Have an approved Turkish Airport Transit Visa
- Have a passport whose validity is sufficient for the country they will be travelling to