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Turkey e-Visa vs Sticker Visa: Which One Do You Need?

📅 04 Jun 2026 ⏱ 4 min read 👁 3,201 views

Should you apply for the online e-visa or a consulate sticker visa for Turkey? Here's how to tell which applies to you.

Turkey issues visas in two main ways, and which one you need depends on your nationality and the documents you hold.

The e-visa

Fully online, fast, and ideal for short tourist stays. Available to many nationalities directly, and to others on a "conditional" basis (with a supporting visa/residence).

The sticker visa

Applied for at a Turkish consulate, required when you're not eligible for the e-visa or when your trip type falls outside e-visa scope. It takes longer, so plan ahead.

How to choose

  • Eligible for the e-visa? Use it — it's quicker and simpler.
  • Not eligible, or no supporting visa? Prepare for the sticker visa.

FAQs

Can I get a visa on arrival in Turkey? The e-visa has largely replaced visa on arrival — sort it before you fly.

Apply with confidence

Visa rules, fees and processing times for Turkey can change without much notice, so always confirm the latest requirements before you travel. The easiest way to stay current is to start your application with us — we keep the document checklists and fees up to date, review your file before submission, and keep you posted at every step.

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