Dec 24, 2013, 1:58 am
Last edit by: starflyergold
Important Notice
Please be advised that from 10 April you will not be able to get a visa on arrival any more. You will have to apply for an e-Visa in advance or if denied apply for a visa at the nearest embassy or consulate.
Only use this website: https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/
However the Turkish Authorities also say that they will install automated machines at ports where the e-visa can be obtained. How this will impact on whether you are allowed to board a flight to Turkey is unclear as airlines usually do not allow passengers to board without a valid visa.
Please be advised that from 10 April you will not be able to get a visa on arrival any more. You will have to apply for an e-Visa in advance or if denied apply for a visa at the nearest embassy or consulate.
Only use this website: https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/
However the Turkish Authorities also say that they will install automated machines at ports where the e-visa can be obtained. How this will impact on whether you are allowed to board a flight to Turkey is unclear as airlines usually do not allow passengers to board without a valid visa.
Turkish e-Visa (from April 2014 no more on-arrival visas)
Apr 25, 2013, 12:14 am
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Turkish e-Visa (from April 2014 no more on-arrival visas)
https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/
As of April 17, 2013, electronic visa (e-Visa) replaces “sticker visa” which was issued at the border crossings.
e-Visa application is possible from any place with internet connection. Applicants just need to log on to www.evisa.gov.tr , provide the requested information, (after the application is approved) make online payment and download their e-Visa. The whole process takes no more than 10 minutes.
Citizens of these countries are eligible to apply for e-Visa: Antigua and Barbuda, Armenia, Australia, Austria Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Greek Cypriot Administration, Grenada Haiti, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indonesia, Ireland, Jamaica, Kuwait, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, U.S.A, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom.
Citizens of these countries are also eligible to apply for e-Visa under certain conditions: Algeria, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Côte d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, India, Iraq, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mexico, Republic of Congo, Republic of Moldova, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Sao Torne and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Swaziland, Togo, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Please note that e-visa is only valid when the purpose of travel is tourism or commerce. Other purposes, such as work and study, require regular visa given by Embassies or Consulates.
Visit www.evisa.gov.tr to make an e-Visa application or to get further information.
Source: http://ottava.be.mfa.gov.tr/ShowAnno...aspx?ID=183049
As of April 17, 2013, electronic visa (e-Visa) replaces “sticker visa” which was issued at the border crossings.
e-Visa application is possible from any place with internet connection. Applicants just need to log on to www.evisa.gov.tr , provide the requested information, (after the application is approved) make online payment and download their e-Visa. The whole process takes no more than 10 minutes.
Citizens of these countries are eligible to apply for e-Visa: Antigua and Barbuda, Armenia, Australia, Austria Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Greek Cypriot Administration, Grenada Haiti, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indonesia, Ireland, Jamaica, Kuwait, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, U.S.A, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom.
Citizens of these countries are also eligible to apply for e-Visa under certain conditions: Algeria, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Côte d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, India, Iraq, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mexico, Republic of Congo, Republic of Moldova, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Sao Torne and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Swaziland, Togo, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Please note that e-visa is only valid when the purpose of travel is tourism or commerce. Other purposes, such as work and study, require regular visa given by Embassies or Consulates.
Visit www.evisa.gov.tr to make an e-Visa application or to get further information.
Source: http://ottava.be.mfa.gov.tr/ShowAnno...aspx?ID=183049
Apr 25, 2013, 12:32 am
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Just to add that the system starts with TK passengers only
The e-visa system replaces 'sticker' and 'stamp-type' visas formerly issued at the borders, and for the time being it is only available for foreigners arriving in Turkey on flights of the Turkish Airlines (THY), the country's state-owned air carrier, in line with a protocol signed between the government and THY.
Apr 25, 2013, 3:11 am
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I applied using the eVisa system earlier today and was pleasantly surprised by how quick, easy and painless the whole thing was. It took me around 2 minutes from start to finish, including payment of the fees. The visa itself was emailed to me within seconds.
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Apr 25, 2013, 3:19 am
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No. That depends on one's nationality.
Citizens of the following countries may travel on ANY airline using the e-Visa.
All other country citizens must however travel on Turkish Airlines to avail of the e-Visa.
https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/info/are...fly-to-turkey/
Citizens of the following countries may travel on ANY airline using the e-Visa.
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Antigua and Barbuda Armenia Australia Austria Bahamas Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belarus Belgium Canada Croatia Dominica Dominican Republic Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus Grenada Haiti Hong Kong (BN(O)) Hungary India Indonesia Iraq Ireland Jamaica Kuwait Maldives Malta Mauritius Mexico Netherlands Norway Oman Pakistan Poland Portugal Qatar Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Saudi Arabia Slovakia South Africa Spain U.S.A United Arab Emirates United Kingdom
https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/info/are...fly-to-turkey/
Apr 25, 2013, 3:36 am
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No. That depends on one's nationality.
Citizens of the following countries may travel on ANY airline using the e-Visa.
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All other country citizens must however travel on Turkish Airlines to avail of the e-Visa.
https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/info/are...fly-to-turkey/
Citizens of the following countries may travel on ANY airline using the e-Visa.
snip
All other country citizens must however travel on Turkish Airlines to avail of the e-Visa.
https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/info/are...fly-to-turkey/
Apr 25, 2013, 6:31 am
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And us Turkish citizens are simply ignored by our government when it comes to negotiating equal terms for visa processing by European countries. Of course they don't care as they have just approved a new bill which will allow them and their families to have diplomatic passports for life even if they have served just a single day in office...
Just as an example, for a visa to Denmark (Schengen), I had to fill out a 4 page form, provide all my employment details in the past 5 years, last 6 pay stubs, a letter of employment from my employer, bank statements, property titles, 3 photographs, fingerprints and some other stuff which I cannot remember at the moment. Then I had to call the agency who acts on behalf of the Danish consulate to get an appointment, drop off all the documents and sign it and then pick up my passport a week later. How smooth.
Just as an example, for a visa to Denmark (Schengen), I had to fill out a 4 page form, provide all my employment details in the past 5 years, last 6 pay stubs, a letter of employment from my employer, bank statements, property titles, 3 photographs, fingerprints and some other stuff which I cannot remember at the moment. Then I had to call the agency who acts on behalf of the Danish consulate to get an appointment, drop off all the documents and sign it and then pick up my passport a week later. How smooth.
Apr 25, 2013, 8:09 am
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And us Turkish citizens are simply ignored by our government when it comes to negotiating equal terms for visa processing by European countries. Of course they don't care as they have just approved a new bill which will allow them and their families to have diplomatic passports for life even if they have served just a single day in office...
Just as an example, for a visa to Denmark (Schengen), I had to fill out a 4 page form, provide all my employment details in the past 5 years, last 6 pay stubs, a letter of employment from my employer, bank statements, property titles, 3 photographs, fingerprints and some other stuff which I cannot remember at the moment. Then I had to call the agency who acts on behalf of the Danish consulate to get an appointment, drop off all the documents and sign it and then pick up my passport a week later. How smooth.
Just as an example, for a visa to Denmark (Schengen), I had to fill out a 4 page form, provide all my employment details in the past 5 years, last 6 pay stubs, a letter of employment from my employer, bank statements, property titles, 3 photographs, fingerprints and some other stuff which I cannot remember at the moment. Then I had to call the agency who acts on behalf of the Danish consulate to get an appointment, drop off all the documents and sign it and then pick up my passport a week later. How smooth.
May 4, 2013, 12:08 pm
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May 8, 2013, 5:03 am
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Entered Turkey this morning with the e-Visa. It was absolutely painless - the guy scanned the visa, scanned the passport and stamped it within 30 seconds. The only difference I found is that he scribbled "e-vize" under the passport stamp.
For a change, this appears to be a well thought out AND well executed plan by the Turkish authorities. Good job! ^^^
For a change, this appears to be a well thought out AND well executed plan by the Turkish authorities. Good job! ^^^
May 8, 2013, 8:24 pm
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Entered Turkey this morning with the e-Visa. It was absolutely painless - the guy scanned the visa, scanned the passport and stamped it within 30 seconds. The only difference I found is that he scribbled "e-vize" under the passport stamp.
For a change, this appears to be a well thought out AND well executed plan by the Turkish authorities. Good job! ^^^
For a change, this appears to be a well thought out AND well executed plan by the Turkish authorities. Good job! ^^^
My only reference is a brief spell when Indonesia was doing this, a few years ago. It's still a pain there; GA offers immigration on-board a few of their flights, so why not take the next step and do what Turkey is doing now? Ah well...cape deh
May 10, 2013, 6:36 am
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And us Turkish citizens are simply ignored by our government when it comes to negotiating equal terms for visa processing by European countries. Of course they don't care as they have just approved a new bill which will allow them and their families to have diplomatic passports for life even if they have served just a single day in office...
Just as an example, for a visa to Denmark (Schengen), I had to fill out a 4 page form, provide all my employment details in the past 5 years, last 6 pay stubs, a letter of employment from my employer, bank statements, property titles, 3 photographs, fingerprints and some other stuff which I cannot remember at the moment. Then I had to call the agency who acts on behalf of the Danish consulate to get an appointment, drop off all the documents and sign it and then pick up my passport a week later. How smooth.
Just as an example, for a visa to Denmark (Schengen), I had to fill out a 4 page form, provide all my employment details in the past 5 years, last 6 pay stubs, a letter of employment from my employer, bank statements, property titles, 3 photographs, fingerprints and some other stuff which I cannot remember at the moment. Then I had to call the agency who acts on behalf of the Danish consulate to get an appointment, drop off all the documents and sign it and then pick up my passport a week later. How smooth.
