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Do Canada passport holders need a visa to visit Türkiye?

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 30 May 2026, holders of an ordinary Canadian passport are visa-exempt for tourist and short business 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 ordinary passport holders are exempt up to 90 days in 180), the Government of Canada travel advisory, and the official Turkish e-Visa portal (where Canada is not listed because no e-visa is required). The only documents needed are a valid passport (valid at least 150 days from the date of entry) and proof of onward travel/funds if requested. To stay beyond 90 days, or for work/study/other purposes, a residence permit or appropriate visa from a Turkish mission must be obtained. Note: Canadian official/diplomatic passport holders DO require a visa, and dual Turkish-Canadian citizens must enter on a Turkish passport.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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.
Canada (PR)Living in Canada as a permanent resident? See PR-specific guidance→
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
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 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. Canada does not appear on the e-Visa eligibility list precisely because no e-visa is required.
· Visa-free· No application
/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. To reset for another 90 days you generally must remain outside Türkiye for at least 90 days.
· 90/180 rule
/06
Apply for a permit if staying longer
To stay beyond 90 days, apply for a residence permit through the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management before your visa-free period expires. Overstaying can lead to fines, deportation, and re-entry bans.
· Residence permit· Overstay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Ordinary Canadian passport valid at least 150 days from entry date
required
Confirmation that travel is for tourism/short visit under 90 days
required
Return or onward flight ticket
recommended
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
recommended
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Travel/medical insurance for the trip
recommended
Passport stamped by immigration on arrival
required
Awareness of the 90-day-in-180 limit and overstay penalties
recommended
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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 (only if staying over 90 days)VariesCard fee and permit fee set by Migration Management; not needed for short tourism
Total estimateCAD 0 — CAD 0incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at border
Immediate
No prior application; immigration grants entry on arrival for stays up to 90 days in 180.
Residence permit (long stays only)
Several weeks
Required only to remain beyond 90 days; applied for in-country at the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management.
/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
Short business trips / meetings
Business meetings and conferences are generally allowed under the visa exemption for short stays.
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
2026-05-30
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?+
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?+
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