turkish visa at airport in Istanbul

[atlantic cruiser]

Does anyone have current information as to the cost of Turkish visa. It seems to be much less of a hassle to buy it on arrival at the airport. The online system is so cumbersome. I am just not sure what the fee is at present and I know you must have exact cash. We are Canadians so not sure. Old posts refer to $20.00 US. Would appreciate some help. Thanks.

[John Bull]

Current cost at the airport for a Canuk is 60USD or 45 euros (you have the choice of either currency).

That's not some big recent increase, it's been 60USD for some time - the 20USD that you mention is for US passport holders.

Like such big discrepancies worldwide, it's probably tit-for-tat - more expensive for Canadians because Canada is more expensive for Turkish visitors.

http://www.turkeytravelplanner.com/details/BorderFormalities/

 

I think ,but have no experience, that an e-visa on-line costs the same.

 

The visa booth at Ataturk airport is on the right immediately before immigration.

A lot of folk walk straight past it because they don't need a visa.

Or because they simply don't notice it, then when they get to the front of the immigration line they're sent back to buy a visa & join the immigration line all over again :rolleyes:

 

JB :)

[atlantic cruiser]

Thank you for the information. Just wanted to make sure I could buy it at the airport when we land, as I said the online process is so tedious.

[Keith1010]

atlantic cruiser, could you please let me know what difficulty you are finding with the on line form?

 

https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/

 

Thanks,

Keith

[John Bull]

Thank you for the information. Just wanted to make sure I could buy it at the airport when we land, as I said the online process is so tedious.

 

Yes, the e-visa introduced earlier this year is an alternative to buying in cash at the point of entry, not a replacement.

 

Re Keith's query, we've not tried the e-visa but reports I've heard are that it's very easy. :confused:

 

JB :)

[atlantic cruiser]

Hi Keith ( I"ll make it on Crystal one of these days but this is for an Oceania cruise)!!! Anyway perhaps it sounds foolish but I thought they wanted an awful lot of personal information, parents names etc and financial documentation of how you were supporting yourself while in Turkey. Sounds bizarre to me so I thought it would be simpler to just buy it at the airport. My only worry is that this service has been discontinued since buying it online was introduced. Just my thoughts. Can't believe for Canadians it is US $60.00. Ouch.

[Keith1010]

Thanks so much Atlantic Cruiser.

 

I had been told that the application was similar to an Australia ETA but it sounds like they are asking much more personal questions based on what you posted.

 

Keith

[atlantic cruiser]

Hi Keith, Forgot to mention you also have to submit a photo and a bank statement showing you have enough funds to support yourself while in Turkey. Think I will buy it at the airport in Istanbul.

[ab21au]

Hi Keith, Forgot to mention you also have to submit a photo and a bank statement showing you have enough funds to support yourself while in Turkey. Think I will buy it at the airport in Istanbul.

 

A few weeks ago, I applied online using the link Keith posted and for 4 visas it didn't take long, only a matter of minutes. Didn't have to provide photo or bank statement. May need this for long term stays, perhaps. The cost varies for different countries. Steps are easy, apply, they provide download button, download and print it. Too easy.

[Keith1010]

ab21au, that is what I expected. Maybe it's been revised.

 

Keith

[cruisemom42]

Hi Keith ( I"ll make it on Crystal one of these days but this is for an Oceania cruise)!!! Anyway perhaps it sounds foolish but I thought they wanted an awful lot of personal information, parents names etc and financial documentation of how you were supporting yourself while in Turkey. Sounds bizarre to me so I thought it would be simpler to just buy it at the airport. My only worry is that this service has been discontinued since buying it online was introduced. Just my thoughts. Can't believe for Canadians it is US $60.00. Ouch.

 

I think you may be looking at the incorrect visa application. :confused:

 

I just went in and filled it out as a mock request. It only asked for basic info such as Passport #, address, birthdate, parent's name, birthplace, etc.

[Keith1010]

cruisemom42, great to hear too.

 

It really is supposed to be like an Australia ESTA.

 

Based on the last two posts I would not get the visa at the airport.

 

The whole idea behind this is to obtain it from home and not have to stand on any lines. There is talk that longer term this will eliminate the selling of the visas at the airport and at ports which to me makes perfect sense.

 

Keith

[ab21au]

I also agree, online is easy and they do not require anything more than cruisemom and keith have stated above. I'm sure it would not have changed in the past couple of weeks since I did mine.

[Sailmore]

We were in Turkey in May and did the online visa application prior. Very easy and means you can put on credit card ahead and don't need to bring the $60US cash per person. You print off the emailed copy and on arrival take it to passport clearance. If it is a busy day at airport, it means one less line up and one less thing to think about after a long travel day. If you do it at airport, it is supposed to be equally easy, but you must have exact cash amount. You definitely don't need photo or bank info to get visa online.

[rasybanks]

I am Canadian and got the e visa yesterday, painless and took less than 5 minutes to complete, pay and download.

Hope it saves time at airport.

[Josie2]

Canadians who are stopping as a port stop only on a cruise do not need a Visa according to my info.

[Sailmore]

You are right, if it is just a day off the ship. The person above said they were arriving at the airport, so I believe that the visa is necessary.

[trollydolly]

hi can someone from the uk confirm that for uk residents if you arrive on a cruiseship for the day you do not need to buy the visa, and what if you have an overnight in istanbul do you need one anyone who has done this help appreciated

we have two turkish stops one a day in kusadasi the other an overnight in istanbul but still onky 24hrs in total

[Keith1010]

When you are overnight and staying on the ship you do not need a visa for turkey and that is true for all cruise line passengers.

 

Keith

[trollydolly]

thanks keith youve just saved me from buying two visas online, much appreciated

[two sheds]

The rule seems to be that if you visit as a port-of-call, ie if you arrive & depart on the cruise ship no visa is necessary, but if your cruise starts or ends in Turkey, eg you fly in or out, you will need a visa.