Short-stay sticker visa — Tourism (e-Visa only for Indians holding a valid Schengen/US/UK/Ireland visa) Verified 2026-06-09Turkey Tourist Visa
Turkey (Türkiye) tourist sticker visa for Indian citizens — submitted through VFS Global on behalf of the Turkish Mission, for tourism, sightseeing and holidays.
No visa is ever guaranteed — the final decision always rests with the Turkey visa authority. We make sure your file is presented at its strongest.
Processing
Varies at the discretion of the Türkiye Embassy/Consulate; apply at least 15 working days before departure
Stay Duration
As granted by the Turkish Mission — typically up to 30–90 days within the visa's validity (check the 'duration of stay' printed on your visa)
Starting Fee
₹5,400
Apply At
3 VFS centres
Where do you stand?
Tell us your situation
Pick what fits — no long forms, just a quick WhatsApp or a call.
Why files get refused
Most Turkey visitor visa refusals come down to a few fixable things
Refusals are common now, and the government fee is non-refundable. The good news: almost every reason below is something we can strengthen before you submit.
Incomplete or inaccurate application form, or details that do not match across documents (signatures must match on all documents)
Passport not valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Türkiye, or fewer than 2 full blank pages
Photos not meeting the 2.5in × 2.5in white-background biometric specification
Weak financials — personal bank balance below the ~₹2 lakh per person benchmark, or bank statements not updated to within the last 15 days
Letters that are handwritten rather than typed, or company letters without letterhead, seal, signature and contact details
Affidavits that are not e-stamped / online verifiable, or certificates not notarized where required
What we actually do
We build a stronger file — you don't guess
Check your profile before filing
We tell you honestly if the case is ready — before you spend the government fee.
Review funds & ITR alignment
Bank statement, income and tax records presented the way officers expect.
Structure purpose & cover letter
A clear travel story that answers the officer's real questions.
Show strong ties to India
Job, business, property and family framed as genuine reasons to return.
Sponsor & invitation papers
If family is inviting you, we line their documents up with your profile — a common silent refusal trigger.
Guide the full submission
Online portal or VFS appointment, biometrics and passport steps — supported until the decision.
Refused before?
We rebuild refused Turkey cases the right way.
Reapplying with the same file usually earns the same answer. We find the real reason first, then rebuild — no guarantees, just a properly prepared reapplication.
Before you reapply, we check:
- What your refusal letter actually says — and what it doesn't.
- Whether the officer's GCMS notes are worth pulling for the real reason.
- Which documents were weak: funds, employment, purpose, or ties.
- Whether reapplying now — or strengthening first — is the smarter move.
Same flat fee whether it's your first application or a reapplication.
Your whole Turkey Tourist Visa,
handled for one honest price.
A strong Turkey file clearly explains your travel purpose, funds, and ties to India. We structure and submit everything properly — so your case is presented clearly and professionally.
All-in · 18% GST included · no hidden charges
File-ready in 3–5 working days after documents
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Everything below — included, nothing extra
- Document checklist
- Application form guidance
- Document review
- Cover letter
- Purpose of travel structure
- Financial proof review
- Sponsor document guidance
- Submission & appointment support
- Post-submission guidance
Not sure you qualify? Start with a refundable ₹499 possibility report — an honest Yes / Maybe / No, credited to this fee.
Price is for our consultancy service only and includes 18% GST. No agency can guarantee a visa — the final decision rests with the visa authority.
Your fee, justified
₹5,999 fee — what exactly is included?
Our professional fee isn't just form-filling. It covers complete Turkey visitor visa preparation, document & refusal-risk review, financial-proof structuring, submission support and post-filing guidance. Tap any item to see what's inside.
Before we prepare your Turkey visitor visa file, we understand your complete profile — every applicant is different, so no two files are built the same way.
- Purpose of travel
- Employment or business background
- Monthly income & savings
- Funds available for the trip
- Family ties in India
- Property / assets, if any
- Previous travel history
- Relatives, friends or a sponsor in Turkey, if any
- Previous visa refusals, if any
- Planned trip duration
- Who is paying for the trip
- Whether the trip is realistic for your profile
A visitor visa isn't approved just because documents are attached — the purpose, funds, travel plan and return ties all have to support each other.
We don't hand everyone the same checklist. After understanding your profile, we build one for your exact case type:
- Salaried
- Business owner
- Self-employed
- Farmer / agriculture income
- Student or minor
- Retired parent
- Housewife / dependent
- Family visit
- Tourist visit
- Business visitor
- Previous refusal
- Sponsor-supported
- First-time traveller
This avoids missing key documents — and avoids piling on documents that aren't explained properly.
We review your documents before preparing and submitting, checking they're complete, readable, consistent and well-arranged:
- Passport & photographs
- Bank statements
- Salary slips
- ITR / Form 16
- Employment & leave-approval letters
- Business / GST / registration proof
- Income proof
- Property documents, if any
- Family & marriage documents, if applicable
- Invitation & sponsor documents, if applicable
- Previous refusal letter, if any
- Travel history, itinerary & stay proof
Funds are one of the most common refusal triggers. A high balance alone isn't enough if the money doesn't look genuine, stable, and tied to your income. We check:
- Whether the balance is reasonable for the trip
- Average balance vs trip cost
- Sudden large deposits that need explaining
- Salary / business income vs bank statement
- ITR vs income profile
- Whether you can afford the trip without leaning entirely on a sponsor
- Whether sponsor support is properly explained
- Whether funds look genuine and traceable
We help structure the financial side professionally so it reads as genuine, not borrowed for the application.
We help present a clear, realistic purpose — tourism, a holiday, a family/relative visit, an event, a business meeting, or parents visiting children — and make sure it lines up with your dates, funds, itinerary and documents.
A weak or vague purpose makes a file look doubtful. We keep it clear, simple and professional.
We prepare or structure the main explanation letter — a professional summary that makes your case easy for the officer to understand. It covers:
- Who you are and why you want to visit
- How long you'll stay and where
- Who is paying for the trip
- What you do in India
- Which financial documents are attached
- Your family ties in India
- Why you'll return after the visit
- If previously refused — what has changed since
This is not a guarantee letter — it's a clear, professional explanation of your case.
The officer must be satisfied you'll leave Turkey after your authorized stay. We identify and present your reasons to return:
- Job continuity or business ownership
- Regular income source
- Spouse / children / parents in India
- Dependents and family responsibilities
- Property or assets in India
- Education or business commitments
- Previous travel compliance, if any
If someone in Turkey is inviting you, we guide the sponsor-side documents:
- Invitation letter
- Sponsor status proof (passport / PR / citizenship)
- Sponsor employment & income proof
- Sponsor bank statement, if needed
- Relationship & communication proof
- Who bears expenses & stay arrangement
A sponsor supports the case but never guarantees approval — your own purpose, funds and ties must still be strong. We also flag if a file is leaning too heavily on the sponsor.
We guide or assist with the application form and details (online portal or the VFS/embassy form, depending on Turkey), and check consistency between the form and your documents:
- Personal, passport & travel-history details
- Employment & education history
- Family information
- Purpose of visit & funding details
- Sponsor information, if applicable
- Previous-refusal declarations
- Background questions
- Correct document categories
Wrong, incomplete or inconsistent information can hurt this application — and future ones too.
How a file is lodged depends on the country — some are fully online, while others (most Schengen states) need you to complete the form first, then book a VFS appointment and submit a physical file in person. We guide the exact Turkey process:
- Completing the application form first, where required, to unlock the appointment
- Booking the VFS / embassy appointment
- Arranging documents in the right order — for upload or the VFS counter
- Guiding the visa-fee payment
- Final review before submission or your VFS visit
- What to carry to the appointment (originals, photos, forms)
- Submitting / lodging and saving the confirmation
- What happens after submission
After submission, if biometrics are required, we guide you through:
- Biometrics Instruction Letter
- VFS appointment booking
- Documents to carry
- What to expect at the VFS centre
- How biometrics update in your application
- What to do once biometrics are done
Biometrics fee is separate, paid to the authority / VFS as applicable.
Our support doesn't stop at submission. We stay connected and guide you on:
- How to check application updates
- What official messages mean
- What to do if more documents are requested
- What to do after a Passport Request
- VFS passport submission & courier return
- Decision-update explanation
- Next steps after approval
- Basic guidance if refused
What's not included (paid direct, at actual cost)
- Government / embassy visa fee
- Biometrics fee
- VFS service charges
- VFS courier & SMS charges
- VFS premium-lounge charges
- Travel insurance
- Flight tickets
- Hotel bookings
- Translation charges
- Notary / attestation
- Medical exam, if ever required
- Any other third-party charges
No agency can guarantee a visa — the final decision is always the visa officer's. Our role is to prepare, review, structure and present your file professionally from the documents and profile you provide.
Good to know before you apply
Rules that apply to every Turkey visa type — worth a quick read so nothing trips up your file.
- 1Türkiye is NOT a Schengen country — this visa does not allow travel to Schengen states.
- 2e-Visa eligibility for Indians is conditional: only those holding a valid Schengen/US/UK/Ireland visa or residence permit can use the e-Visa; all others apply for a sticker visa via VFS.
- 3Passport must be valid at least 6 months on arrival in Türkiye and have at least 2 full blank pages.
- 4Apply at the Turkey Visa Application Centre that matches the jurisdiction of the Turkish Mission for your region (New Delhi, Mumbai or Hyderabad). If your passport was NOT issued within the jurisdiction of the mission you apply to, you must also submit local address proof (a registered/notarized rental agreement, or a company letter for remote workers; Voter ID, electricity/water bill or PCC may also be requested).
- 5Applications can be lodged a MAXIMUM of 60 days before travel; tourist applications should be made at least 15 working days before departure.
- 6Photo specification: 2 biometric photos, 2.5 inch × 2.5 inch, white background, taken within the last 6 months. Full face, looking straight at the camera, neutral expression (no smiling). No headgear, no cap/hat, no spectacles. Hair must not be tucked behind the ears. Sharp focus, clean, no ink marks, creases or staple marks, natural skin tone, proper brightness and contrast.
- 7Minors need a notarized consent letter from BOTH parents in all cases (even when travelling with both parents), plus both parents' passport (original + photocopy). If a parent lives abroad, an NOC attested by the Indian Embassy/Consulate in that country plus a copy of their resident card/visa is required. If only one parent is the legal guardian (death/divorce), a notarized death certificate or notarized court decision naming the legal guardian is required.
- 8All submitted documents must be current and complete; the mission may request more documents and may refuse an application without explanation. Fees are non-refundable in all circumstances.
Who Can Apply
- Indian citizens travelling to Türkiye for tourism, sightseeing, holidays or visiting friends
- Applicants who can submit at the Turkey Visa Application Centre (VFS) for their jurisdiction (New Delhi / Mumbai / Hyderabad)
- Travellers holding a passport valid 6+ months on arrival with at least 2 full blank pages
- Applicants who can show genuine financials (≈₹2 lakh personal bank balance per person) and ties to India
Not eligible under this visa:
- Anyone intending to work or take up employment in Türkiye (a separate work permit is required — SureshotVisa does not provide work visas)
- Anyone intending to study, do research or a long internship (an education visa is required instead)
- Applicants who cannot evidence sufficient funds or strong ties to India
- Applicants presenting forged or fake documents (results in a restriction code from the Turkish migration authority)
Previously refused?
Same feeWe rebuild refused Turkey cases the right way.
What it costs
Government & VFS fees
Paid directly to Turkey / VFS — these are not our service fee, and we never mark them up.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Türkiye visa fee (single entry, 3-month validity) | ₹5,400 |
| Türkiye Visa Application fee (VFS service, 3-month) | ₹12,720 |
| Amount charged online at appointment booking | ₹6,890 |
All fees are in INR, per applicant, and non-refundable regardless of the outcome. The total payable is the visa fee PLUS the Türkiye Visa Application (VFS service) fee, which varies by the validity you request: 3-month single entry ≈ INR 5,400 + 12,720; 6-month single entry ≈ INR 5,400 + 14,840; 6-month multiple entry (business only) ≈ INR 16,200 + 14,840; 12-month multiple entry (business only) ≈ INR 16,200 + 16,960. At appointment booking, INR 6,890 of the total is charged online; the balance is paid at the VFS office by cash, UPI or POS (credit/debit card). Multiple-entry visas are granted only after the Turkish Mission verifies eligibility. Fees are set by the Türkiye Mission and VFS and are subject to change — confirm the current amount on the VFS Global Türkiye India website before paying.
What to gather
Documents required
Having a document isn't the same as presenting it right — that's the part we handle.
Application & Identity
6 items- Visa application formRequired
Filled manually in BLOCK letters with blue or black ink, with 1 biometric photo affixed, signed by the applicant (or legal guardian for minors). Must be accurate and complete; the signature must match across all documents.
- Original passportRequired
Valid at least 6 months on arrival in Türkiye, with at least 2 full blank pages. If not issued within the mission's jurisdiction, submit local address proof.
- 2 biometric photosRequired
2 biometric photos, 2.5 inch × 2.5 inch, white background, taken within the last 6 months. Full face, looking straight at the camera, neutral expression (no smiling). No headgear, no cap/hat, no spectacles. Hair must not be tucked behind the ears. Sharp focus, clean, no ink marks, creases or staple marks, natural skin tone, proper brightness and contrast.
- Passport copiesRequired
Copies of the first, last and any visa pages of the passport.
- Proof of civil statusRequired
Aadhaar card and PAN card, clearly visible.
- Original previous passport(s)
If a previous passport is lost, a police FIR is required.
Travel Plan & Stay
5 items- Covering letterRequired
From the applicant with the entire travel plan, purpose and duration of stay, occupation, accompanying persons and an expenses clause, signed with contact details. Travel dates must match all other documents.
- Round-trip flight reservationRequired
A confirmed booking/reservation is acceptable — do NOT buy tickets before the visa is granted.
- Hotel reservationRequired
Covering the full stay. If booked via an agent/tour operator, the applicant's name and check-in/check-out dates must appear on letterhead with seal, signature, name and designation.
- Travel insuranceRequired
Must cover the full duration of stay in Türkiye.
- Tour itinerary
Optional supporting document.
Employment / Occupation Proof
2 items- Original leave letter from employerRequired
On company letterhead stating designation, period of work, salary, purpose of visit and travel dates (with accompanying persons), signed, sealed and stamped. If self-employed: notarized company registration + GST/Udyam registration (or an explanation if none).
- No-objection letter (students)
If the applicant is a student: NOC from the school/college or official holiday scheme, plus a copy of the student ID card.
Financial Documents
5 items- Last 3 months' salary slipsRequired
On letterhead with original signature and seal/stamp (for salaried applicants).
- Last 6 months' salary bank statementRequired
With bank stamp and signature on all pages, updated to within the last 15 days.
- Last 6 months' personal bank statementRequired
With bank stamp and signature on all pages. Minimum balance ≈ ₹2 lakh per person. Closing balance must be clearly shown, or attach a bank balance certificate.
- ITR for last 3 yearsRequired
Income Tax Returns for the last 3 years. If not filing ITR, an explanation is required on the covering letter. Form 16 for employees/employers.
- Sponsorship documents
If sponsored: original sponsorship letter, sponsor's passport copy and employment/company-registration proof; relationship proof if the sponsor is a relative.
Situational Documents
4 items- Invitation letter (if visiting someone in Türkiye)
If visiting a Turkish citizen or a foreigner residing in Türkiye: invitation letter with the applicant's full name and passport number, plus the host's Turkish ID/residence permit/passport copy, address proof and contact number.
- Marriage certificate
If travelling with a spouse whose name is not in the passport: marriage certificate notarized by a Notary Public (recent marriages may need wedding card + photos).
- Minor consent documents
Minors need a notarized consent letter from BOTH parents in all cases (even when travelling with both parents), plus both parents' passport (original + photocopy). If a parent lives abroad, an NOC attested by the Indian Embassy/Consulate in that country plus a copy of their resident card/visa is required. If only one parent is the legal guardian (death/divorce), a notarized death certificate or notarized court decision naming the legal guardian is required.
- Original authorization letter
Required from the applicant and travel agent if the application is submitted by a representative/travel agent.
Required · optional / if applicable
The journey.
6 steps from intake to approval. Curved spine on the right shows the natural pace — never as linear as government sites pretend.
- 01
Confirm your route and jurisdiction
Türkiye's e-Visa is open to Indians only if they hold a valid Schengen/US/UK/Ireland visa or residence permit. Otherwise, identify the Turkey Visa Application Centre (New Delhi, Mumbai or Hyderabad) for your jurisdiction and book a sticker-visa appointment.
- 02
Fill the application form & assemble documents
Complete the form manually in block letters, affix a biometric photo, and assemble the full checklist — passport, photos, covering letter, financials, flight & hotel bookings, insurance and employment proof. All letters must be typed; affidavits must be e-stamped and online-verifiable.
- 03
Book the appointment & pay online
Book the VFS appointment online; ₹6,890 of the total fee is charged at this stage. You can apply a maximum of 60 days before travel and should apply at least 15 working days before departure.
- 04
Submit at the Turkey Visa Application Centre
Attend your appointment, submit your documents and pay the balance of the fee at the office (cash / UPI / card). If a document is incorrect or not as required, a fresh application form must be filled.
- 05
Processing by the Turkish Mission
VFS forwards your file to the Embassy/Consulate of Türkiye. Processing time is at the mission's discretion; the mission may request additional documents or refuse without explanation.
- 06
Collect your passport
Collect your passport with the visa sticker. Check the 'duration of stay' and 'period of validity' printed on the visa before you travel.
What works
7 levers that flip a borderline case.
- Check whether you qualify for the e-Visa first: if you hold a valid Schengen/US/UK/Ireland visa or residence permit, the online e-Visa is far quicker and cheaper than the VFS sticker visa.
- Do not buy flight tickets before the visa is granted — a confirmed reservation is enough and protects you if there is a delay or refusal.
- Keep a personal bank balance of at least ₹2 lakh per traveller and make sure statements are stamped, signed and updated to within the last 15 days.
- Make every date and detail consistent across the covering letter, bookings, leave letter and form — mismatches are a common cause of rejection.
What kills cases
Top 3 refusal triggers we see.
- 1Incomplete or inaccurate application form, or details that do not match across documents (signatures must match on all documents)
- 2Passport not valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Türkiye, or fewer than 2 full blank pages
- 3Photos not meeting the 2.5in × 2.5in white-background biometric specification
Download official forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens the official VFS Global page for Turkey
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
Türkiye visa application — pre-application & appointment (VFS Global, India)
Start the application, complete the online pre-application form, book your appointment and pay the online portion of the fee here. The printed form is also filled manually and signed at submission.
Republic of Türkiye e-Visa portal (only for eligible Indians)
The official e-Visa system. Indian passport holders can use it ONLY if they hold a valid Schengen, USA, UK or Ireland visa or residence permit; otherwise a sticker visa via VFS is required.
VFS application centres
Quiz not yet available for this visa type
We're actively building per-visa quizzes. For now, the best way to assess your eligibility for Turkey Tourist Visa is a free 1-on-1 consultation with our team.
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Questions, answered straight
Indian passport holders can use Türkiye's online e-Visa ONLY if they already hold a valid Schengen, USA, UK or Ireland visa or residence permit. If you don't, you must lodge a sticker-visa application at a Turkey Visa Application Centre run by VFS Global in New Delhi, Mumbai or Hyderabad on behalf of the Turkish Mission.
The visa fee is ₹5,400 for a single entry, plus a Türkiye Visa Application (VFS service) fee that depends on validity — ₹12,720 for a 3-month visa or ₹14,840 for a 6-month visa. A 3-month tourist visa therefore totals about ₹18,120. ₹6,890 is charged online at appointment booking and the balance is paid at the VFS office. All fees are non-refundable.
Processing time is at the discretion of the Türkiye Embassy/Consulate and varies. You can apply a maximum of 60 days before travel, and tourist applications should be lodged at least 15 working days before departure.
The checklist requires a minimum personal bank balance of about ₹2 lakh per person, shown on a 6-month bank statement that is stamped, signed and updated to within the last 15 days, along with 3 years of ITRs. If you don't meet this, a sponsor can submit financials with a sponsorship letter.
You need a round-trip flight reservation, a hotel reservation covering your stay and travel insurance for the full duration. Do NOT purchase flight tickets before the visa is granted — a confirmed reservation/booking is acceptable and safer.
Your passport must be valid at least 6 months on arrival in Türkiye with at least 2 full blank pages. You need 2 biometric photos, 2.5in × 2.5in, white background, taken within the last 6 months, full face, neutral expression, no spectacles, cap or headgear.
Yes. You apply at the Turkey Visa Application Centre matching your jurisdiction — New Delhi, Mumbai or Hyderabad. If your passport was not issued within that mission's jurisdiction, you must also submit local address proof such as a rental agreement, company letter or utility bill.
Still have a question about your case? Ask us directly — we usually reply in 5 minutes.
Before you apply
Two ways to file your Turkey visa.
One quietly burns your fee, your trip and your record. The other gets it right the first time.
Do it yourself
The risky route
- You guess which papers Turkey actually wants — one missing or wrongly-framed document triggers a refusal.
- You copy a cover letter off YouTube or Google — often the exact template embassies already flag as weak.
- You apply during a known peak-rejection window without realising it.
- Embassy & VFS fees are non-refundable — refused means your money, flights and leave are gone.
- One refusal stamp follows you for life — every future visa, anywhere, must declare it.
The gamble
One mistake = fee, flights & record gone
With SureshotVisa
Professionally guided
- A licensed consultant checks your case honestly before you spend a rupee on embassy fees.
- We build your Turkey file the way the embassy approves — documents, cover letter, financials.
- We catch the weak-ties, funding and intent issues behind most Indian refusals — and fix them first.
- We've rescued hundreds of files that were already refused once and got them approved.
- Govt of Punjab licensed (Licence 849/DC/PTA/PLA/LC-3/2024) · 1200+ approvals.
Typical result
1200+ approvals · refused files rescued
Why DIY goes wrong
How a self-filed application turns into a refusal.
- 1
You feel ready
A few YouTube videos make the process look simple.
- 2
You file it yourself
You submit a sensitive Turkey visa file on your own.
- 3
One detail misreads
A small framing slip looks like weak ties or unclear intent.
- 4
Refusal
Now every future visa, anywhere, must declare it.
Once you've been refused, you learn the hard way how much the small details mattered. We'd rather you never collect that first stamp.
Trusted by travellers & families
We've helped many travellers & families get their Turkey visa — the easy way.
From first-time Turkey visa applicants to cases that were refused elsewhere, our licensed team has guided travellers & families through Turkey's exact requirements — so the file is approved the first time, without the stress, guesswork or risk of a refusal.
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View guideTurkey Student / Education Visa
Turkey (Türkiye) education visa for Indian students, researchers, interns and Turkish-language-course participants — submitted through VFS Global.
View guideTurkey Work Visa
Information only — Türkiye work visa and permit overview for Indians. SureshotVisa does NOT process Turkey work visas or work permits.
View guideSource & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Turkey website and Embassy of Turkey. Last verified 2026-06-09. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.
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