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Switzerland to Türkiye visa requirements

Visa-free up to 90 days within any 180-day period for Swiss citizens. No e-Visa required. Swiss ordinary passport holders enjoy visa-free travel to Türkiye for tourism and business for up to 90 days within any 180-day rolling period. No prior e-Visa, sticker visa or pre-registration is required. The 90/180 rule is monitored at entry and exit; overstays incur fines and re-entry bans. SWISS, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Edelweiss and SunExpress operate multiple daily direct flights from ZRH/GVA/BSL to IST/SAW/AYT/ESB/ADB. Long-term residence requires a short-term residence permit applied for inside Türkiye within 30 days of arrival.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
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 2026-05-27
Visa type
Visa-free
Maximum stay
90 days per 180
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
Free
consular fee only
Processing time
No application required
standard track
Validity
On arrival
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Swiss ordinary passport valid for at least 150 days from date of arrival is recommended (60 days minimum).
· 60-day minimum
/02
Book travel
Return or onward ticket within 90 days; officers may verify at border.
· return ticket
/03
Arrive at Turkish airport
Skip e-Visa kiosk - proceed to passport control. Free 90-day stamp issued.
· e-gate at IST/SAW
/04
Track 90/180 stays
Total time in Türkiye cannot exceed 90 days in any rolling 180-day window.
· 90/180 rule
/05
Long stays
For >90 days apply for short-term residence permit (ikamet) via e-ikamet within 30 days of arrival.
· ikamet within 30 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
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RecommendedSwiss passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid 150+ days recommended; 60 days minimum from entry
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Within 90 days of entry
RequiredAccommodation evidence
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel booking or host's address
RequiredSufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Card or cash; CHF 50/day suggested
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended; required for residence permit
RequiredHES code (legacy)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
No longer required since June 2022
RequiredCustoms declaration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Cash over CHF 10,000 equivalent must be declared
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 sourcesTurkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Informatione-Visa Application (not required for CH)Embassy of Türkiye in Bern
Application link included: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Information
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist entry (90 days)FreeNo visa, no e-Visa, no entry fee for Swiss
Short-term residence permitUSD 80+ + card fee TRY 565Applied at e-ikamet inside Türkiye
Overstay fineTRY 600+ per dayPlus possible 3-month to 5-year re-entry ban
Work permitSponsored by employerRequired for employment
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry
At the border
No application required. Stamped on arrival.
Residence permit (ikamet)
Weeks
For stays beyond 90 days; apply within 30 days of arrival.
Work permit
Weeks to months
Employer applies through Ministry of Labour.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Insufficient passport validity
Less than 60 days from arrival can lead to entry refusal.
Low
/02
Past Turkish overstays
Any prior overstay can trigger ban from 3 months to 5 years.
Low
/03
No onward ticket
Officers may request return travel evidence at boarding or arrival.
Low
/04
Banned items
Antiquities, drones (need permit), and certain medications restricted.
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
2026-05-27
Switzerland to Türkiye route verified
Confirmed visa-free 90/180 for Swiss citizens. e-Visa not required.
2022-06-01
HES code dropped
Türkiye removed COVID-era HES code requirement for entry.
2020-03-02 · major
e-Visa lifted for EU/EEA
Türkiye scrapped e-Visa requirement for Swiss and other EU/EFTA nationals.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Türkiye?—
No - visa-free entry for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No e-Visa required since March 2020.
Is e-Visa still required?+
How is the 90/180 calculated?+
Can I work on visa-free entry?+
What if I want to stay longer than 90 days?+
Direct flights from Switzerland?+
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