Turkey Visa Guide for Pakistanis 2026
How Pakistani citizens can visit Turkey — the e-Visa shortcut for existing Schengen, UK, USA, or Ireland visa holders, and the standard sticker visa route for everyone else.
Do Pakistani Citizens Need a Visa for Turkey?
Yes. Pakistani ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Turkey — there is no visa-on-arrival for Pakistani nationals. However, Turkey offers a genuinely useful shortcut for many of our existing clients.
Two Application Routes
| Route | Who It’s For |
|---|---|
| e-Visa (online) | Pakistani citizens holding a valid Schengen, USA, UK, or Ireland visa/residence permit — tourism or business only |
| Sticker visa (embassy/visa centre) | Everyone else, or those travelling for work, study, or longer stays — applied through Turkish visa application centres in Pakistan |
Documents You’ll Need
- Valid passport with at least 6 months’ validity beyond departure, 2+ blank pages
- Completed visa application form
- 2 recent passport-size photographs (white background)
- Bank statements for the last 3–6 months showing sufficient funds
- Confirmed accommodation and return flight itinerary
- Travel insurance
- Employment letter or business registration documents
- Income tax returns for the last 2 years
- For the e-Visa route: details of your valid Schengen/USA/UK/Ireland visa or residence permit
Fees & Processing Time
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| e-Visa fee | Set by the official Turkey e-Visa portal — confirm the current amount before applying |
| e-Visa processing | Usually issued within minutes to a few days once eligibility is confirmed |
| Sticker visa processing | Typically 1–3 weeks |
| e-Visa stay duration | Single-entry, up to 30 days, within the visa’s validity period |
Common Reasons for Refusal or Delay
- Applying for the e-Visa without a valid qualifying Schengen/USA/UK/Ireland visa
- Insufficient or unclear bank statements
- Passport not meeting the 6-month validity requirement
- Missing travel insurance or accommodation proof
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a Turkey e-Visa without any other country’s visa?
Generally no — the e-Visa route for Pakistani ordinary passport holders requires a valid Schengen, USA, UK, or Ireland visa or residence permit. Without one, you’ll need the standard sticker visa through a Turkish visa application centre.
How long can I stay in Turkey on the e-Visa?
Typically a single entry of up to 30 days, within the e-Visa’s validity window.
Can I work in Turkey on a tourist e-Visa?
No, the e-Visa is for tourism or business purposes only. Work or study requires a different visa category from a Turkish embassy or consulate.
Already Have a Schengen or UK Visa? Add Turkey to Your Trip
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