Turkey has recently announced changes to its e-visa application process for travelers holding Schengen visas. Effective immediately, Schengen visas must be valid for more than six months to be eligible for a Turkish e-visa.
Important Update: Turkey eVisa Requirements
We previously reported that Schengen visas must be valid for a minimum of six months to apply for the Turkey eVisa. However, after further review and updates from users, we can confirm that the system is currently accepting Schengen visas as supporting documents regardless of their validity period.
This means that applicants with Schengen visas of any validity can still proceed with their Turkey eVisa applications. It appears the earlier reports were based on a misinterpretation of the system’s requirements.
Please note that while the current process allows Schengen visas with any validity, we recommend regularly checking the official Turkey eVisa website for any future changes or updates.
Thank you for your patience, and we will continue to provide the latest information as it becomes available.
Attention Travelers! If you’re planning to visit Turkey using an eVisa and hold a Schengen visa, there are important changes you need to be aware of.
The Turkish authorities have updated the regulations concerning the use of Schengen visas for applying for a Turkish eVisa. As of the latest update, the Schengen visa must now be valid for at least six months to qualify for the Turkey eVisa application.
Notably, if the Schengen visa has less than 180 days of validity, the eVisa application process on the official website does not proceed further. This indicates that the Schengen visa must be valid for at least six months to complete the application successfully.
Many social media users also claimed that this rule is already in effect, though it has not yet been officially confirmed by Turkish authorities.
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