India passport → Türkiye
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Türkiye?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Türkiye, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre. If you hold a US visa, Green Card, UK visa or similar, it can be easier: see below.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Indian passport holders who hold one of these documents can get eVisa30 days instead:
- US visa
- US Green Card
- UK visa
- UK residence permit
- Schengen visa
- EU / Schengen residence
- Ireland visa or residence
Single-entry conditional e-visa from the official portal. Supporting visa must be a physical, valid sticker or permit.
Last verified 11 Oct 2026.
Sources: Visa requirements for Indian citizens (Wikipedia); Visa-free countries for Indians with US, UK or Schengen visa (Travel Dham, Aug 2026); official portal: www.evisa.gov.tr.
Türkiye at a glance
- Capital
- Ankara
- Currency
- Turkish lira (TRY)
- Languages
- Turkish
- Calling code
- +90
- Region
- Western Asia
TR39.0°N · 35.0°EPhoto: Adli Wahid · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTürkiye for other passports
- IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa-free90 days
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Western Asia for Indian passport holders
Common questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Türkiye?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Türkiye, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Türkiye?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Indian citizens get a visa on arrival in Türkiye?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Türkiye easier for Indian citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying US visa, Green Card, UK visa, UK residence, Schengen visa, EU residence, Ireland, Indian citizens get e-visa for up to 30 days. Single-entry conditional e-visa from the official portal. Supporting visa must be a physical, valid sticker or permit.
How many countries can Indian citizens visit without a visa?
56 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The India passport ranks #71 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Indian citizens (edited 9 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Türkiye before you travel.