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Canada to Türkiye visa requirements

Canadian ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa or e-visa to visit Türkiye for tourism. You can enter visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. As of 20 June 2026, holders of an ordinary Canadian passport are visa-exempt for tourist visits to Türkiye. They may stay up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period without any visa, e-visa, or visa-on-arrival. This is confirmed by the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which states that Canadian ordinary passport holders are exempt up to 90 days in any 180-day period, and by the Government of Canada travel advice, which says a tourism visa is not required for stays up to 90 days in 180. Canada also states that business, work, student and medical visas are required, so travellers going for business, employment, study or medical treatment should verify the proper visa before travel. Your regular Canadian passport must be valid at least 150 days from the date you enter Türkiye. To stay beyond the visa-exempt period, apply through the Turkish e-residence system for the residence permit type you meet before your legal stay expires. Canadian official passport holders require a visa, and Turkish-Canadian dual citizens should enter on a Turkish passport.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20
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 2026-06-20
Visa type
Visa-free (visa exemption)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per 180-day period
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
CAD 0
consular fee only
Processing time
None – entry granted at the border
standard track
Validity
Passport valid at least 150 days from date of entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport eligibility
Verify you hold an ordinary (non-official) Canadian passport valid for at least 150 days beyond your planned date of entry into Türkiye. Official and diplomatic passport holders still need a visa.
· Passport· 150-day validity
/02
Confirm no tourist visa is needed
Canada is on Türkiye's visa-exemption list for ordinary passports. You do not need to apply for a visa or e-visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Business, work, study and medical travel may need a visa.
· Tourism visa-free· No e-Visa
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of onward or return travel, evidence of accommodation, and proof of sufficient funds. Border officers may ask to see these on arrival.
· Return ticket· Funds
/04
Travel and clear immigration
On arrival at a Turkish port of entry, present your passport. Ensure the officer stamps your passport on entry – a missing stamp can cause problems on departure.
· Entry stamp
/05
Track your 90/180 day allowance
Count your days carefully. The 90-day limit applies across any rolling 180-day window and is cumulative across all entries.
· 90/180 rule
/06
Apply for a permit if staying longer
To stay beyond the visa-exempt period, apply through the e-residence system and attend the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management appointment before your legal stay expires. Overstays can lead to administrative fines and entry bans.
· e-residence· Overstay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
Canada -> Türkiye · Visa-free (visa exemption)
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RequiredOrdinary Canadian passport valid at least 150 days from entry date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredConfirmation that travel is for tourism/short visit under 90 days
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn 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 for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredPassport stamped by immigration on arrival
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedAwareness of the 90-day-in-180 limit and overstay penalties
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
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.
Application link included: Republic of Türkiye MFA – Visa Information for Foreigners, web-checked 2026-06-20
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa / e-visa feeCAD 0No visa required for Canadian ordinary passport holders
Visa-on-arrival feeCAD 0Not applicable – entry is visa-free
Residence permit document (long stays only)TRY 9642026 residence permit document fee; a variable residence permit fee may also be assessed
Total estimateCAD 0CAD 0incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Residence permit (long stays only)
Up to 90 days after complete filing
Required only to remain beyond the visa exemption or more than 90 days; start through the e-residence system and attend the Migration Management appointment.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism / sightseeing
Short holiday visits are fully covered by the 90-day visa exemption.
High
/02
Visiting friends or family
Social visits within 90 days require no visa.
High
/03
Business or trade travel
Turkish visa categories include business meeting and commerce, and Canada lists a business visa as required. Confirm with a Turkish mission if your trip is business-related.
Medium
/04
Transit
Passing through Turkish airports or stopping over is covered without a visa.
Medium
/05
Layover tourism / cruise stops
Short shore excursions and stopovers fall under the exemption.
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
2026-06-20
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-20 · major
Reviewed by Codex
Rechecked Canada to Türkiye against Government of Canada, Turkish MFA, e-Visa and Migration Management sources. Added checked-date, clarified tourism-only visa-free wording against Canada's business-visa warning, refreshed passport-validity and official-passport rules, and updated long-stay/overstay and 2026 residence-permit fee guidance.
2026-05-30
Canada to Türkiye route verified
Confirmed via the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Government of Canada travel advisory, and the official Turkish e-Visa portal that Canadian ordinary passport holders remain visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period; passport must be valid at least 150 days from entry. No e-visa is required.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Türkiye?
No. Holders of an ordinary Canadian passport are visa-exempt for tourism and short visits of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No visa or e-visa is needed.
Do I need to apply for a Turkish e-visa?+
How long can I stay in Türkiye without a visa?+
Can I travel for business without a visa?+
How long must my passport be valid?+
What if I want to stay longer than 90 days?+
Does the visa exemption apply to official or diplomatic passports?+
/11 — Passport tools

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