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United Arab Emirates to Türkiye visa requirements

No visa required. UAE ordinary passport holders can enter Türkiye visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. UAE ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt for tourist short stays in Türkiye for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Turkish MFA's English visa-regime page lists UAE ordinary and official passport holders as exempt up to 90 days in any 180-day period, while the Turkish-language page frames the UAE ordinary-passport exemption as for touristic travel. UAE citizens are not listed among Türkiye e-Visa eligible nationalities; short tourist visits use the bilateral visa-free regime, not the eVisa route. For business, work, study, residence, medical treatment, or other non-tourist purposes, verify the correct visa or permit with a Turkish mission before travel. Passports must be valid at least 60 days beyond the visa-exemption stay; Türkiye also advises 6 months' validity from arrival. Carry return/onward travel, accommodation, sufficient funds, and travel/medical insurance covering the stay.
VISA-FREETOURISMREPEAT ENTRIES ARE SUBJECT TO BORDER ADMISSION EACH TIME; ALL DAYS IN TÜRKIYE COUNT TOWARD THE 90 DAYS IN ANY 180-DAY PERIODLast verified 2026-06-18
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-18
Visa type
Visa-free (visa exemption)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Repeat entries are subject to border admission each time; all days in Türkiye count toward the 90 days in any 180-day period
from issue date
Visa fee
AED 0 / Free
consular fee only
Processing time
None — no application required
standard track
Validity
90 days within any 180-day period
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport meets validity rules
Ensure your UAE ordinary passport is valid for at least 60 days beyond the end of your intended visa-exempt stay; Türkiye also advises at least 6 months from arrival. Check for at least one blank page for stamps.
· Before booking· 60 days beyond stay
/02
Book travel and accommodation
Reserve your flights and hotel. Although visa-free, border officers may ask to see a return or onward ticket and proof of where you will stay.
· Return ticket· Hotel booking
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of sufficient funds and travel/medical insurance covering the stay. No visa application or eVisa is needed for UAE nationals making tourist short stays.
· Proof of funds· Insurance recommended
/04
Travel to Türkiye
Fly or travel directly. No advance visa, eVisa, or pre-registration is required for a tourist stay of up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
· No eVisa needed
/05
Clear immigration at the border
Present your valid UAE passport at the passport control desk. The officer stamps your entry; your 90-day count begins on the entry date.
· Passport stamp· Day 1 of stay
/06
Track your 90/180 days
Monitor total days spent in Türkiye so you do not exceed 90 days in any rolling 180-day period across all visits. Apply for a residence permit if you plan to stay longer, and verify the right visa/permit before non-tourist travel such as work, study, or medical treatment.
· 90/180 rule· Avoid overstay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
United Arab Emirates -> Türkiye · Visa-free (visa exemption)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredUAE ordinary passport valid at least 60 days beyond intended stay; 6 months from arrival advised
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedConfirmed return or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering the stay
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedRecord of days used under the 90/180 rule
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalNo visa or eVisa application (not required for UAE nationals)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesRepublic of Türkiye MFA - Visa Information For ForeignersRepublic of Türkiye MFA - Turkish visa regime for foreignersTürkiye e-Visa - Eligible countries list
Application link included: Republic of Türkiye MFA - Visa Information For Foreigners
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa feeAED 0Visa-exempt — no fee for stays up to 90 days
eVisa feeAED 0Not applicable — UAE nationals cannot and need not use the eVisa system
Entry/border feeAED 0No fee charged at the border for visa-exempt entry
Total estimateAED 0 — AED 0incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at border
Immediate at arrival
No application or processing. Present your UAE passport at immigration and receive an entry stamp for up to 90 days.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and sightseeing
Visiting Istanbul, Cappadocia, Antalya and other destinations for leisure within the 90-day allowance.
High
/02
Business meetings and trade
The Turkish-language UAE ordinary-passport exemption is expressly touristic; verify business-purpose travel with a Turkish mission before relying on visa-free entry.
Medium
/03
Family and friends visits
Visiting relatives or friends residing in Türkiye for a short stay.
Medium
/04
Medical treatment or wellness trips
Verify whether a medical-treatment visa or supporting documents are required before travel.
Medium
/05
Transit and stopovers
Stopping in Türkiye en route to other destinations; visa-free status simplifies transit.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-18 · major
Updated Türkiye tourist exemption scope and eVisa guidance
Replaced non-official and UAE-inbound sources with Türkiye MFA, eVisa, Migration Management, and Japan MOFA sources; clarified that UAE ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt for tourist travel up to 90 days in any 180 days, that UAE is not on the eVisa eligible-country list, and that non-tourist purposes should be checked with a Turkish mission.
2026-05-30
United Arab Emirates to Türkiye route verified
Confirmed via the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs that UAE ordinary passport holders remain visa-exempt for up to 90 days within any 180-day period; no eVisa or visa-on-arrival is required.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UAE passport holders need a visa for Türkiye?—
No for tourist short stays. UAE ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt for tourist travel up to 90 days within any 180-day period. For business, work, study, residence, medical treatment, or other non-tourist purposes, verify the correct visa or permit before travel.
Can I use the Türkiye eVisa as a UAE national?+
How long can I stay in Türkiye visa-free?+
How much passport validity do I need?+
What if I want to stay longer than 90 days?+
Will I need to show documents at the border even though it's visa-free?+
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