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Egypt to Türkiye visa requirements

Egyptian ordinary passport holders need a visa for Türkiye. An online e-Visa is available, but with conditions: applicants aged roughly 15-45 qualify only if they hold a valid Schengen, USA, UK, or Ireland visa/residence permit AND fly with an approved airline. Younger/older applicants and those who cannot meet the conditions apply for a sticker visa at a Turkish consulate. A short tourist trip to Türkiye requires a visa for Egyptian ordinary passport holders; there is no visa-free or unconditional visa-on-arrival route. The fastest path is the official e-Visa at evisa.gov.tr, but eligibility is conditional. Per the Turkish MFA, applicants under 15 or over 45 can obtain the e-Visa with no extra documents. Applicants in the intermediate age band (commonly cited as 15-45, with some sources citing under 20/over 45) must hold a valid Schengen, USA, UK, or Ireland visa or residence permit (an e-Visa from those countries is NOT accepted as a supporting document) and must travel on Turkish Airlines, AJet, Pegasus, Egypt Air, or Air Cairo. The e-Visa is single-entry, 30-day stay, valid 180 days from issue, and cannot be extended. Travelers who do not meet these conditions must apply for a traditional sticker visa at a Turkish consulate in Egypt with bank statements, employment proof, accommodation, flight bookings, and travel insurance. Always carry proof of a return ticket, accommodation, and roughly USD 50 per day of stay. Verify your exact eligibility and fee on the official portal before booking, as the e-Visa system displays nationality-specific conditions at the application stage.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE 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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
e-Visa (conditional) or consulate sticker visa
Maximum stay
30 days (single entry)
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 20 + service charge (e-Visa); sticker visa approx. EGP 470 single / EGP 1,570 multiple
consular fee only
Processing time
e-Visa: minutes to 24 hours; sticker visa: several working days
standard track
Validity
180 days from date of issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your e-Visa eligibility
Check your age band and whether you hold a valid Schengen, USA, UK, or Ireland visa or residence permit. Applicants under 15 or over 45 generally need no supporting document; those aged roughly 15-45 must hold a valid supporting visa/permit (not an e-Visa) from those countries.
· Eligibility check· Supporting document
/02
Book an approved airline and accommodation
For conditional applicants, the ticket must be with Turkish Airlines, AJet, Pegasus, Egypt Air, or Air Cairo. Arrange a return ticket and confirmed hotel reservation before applying.
· Approved carriers· Return ticket
/03
Apply on the official e-Visa portal
Go to www.evisa.gov.tr, select Egypt and ordinary passport, enter passport and travel details, and upload required information. Avoid third-party agency sites that charge inflated fees.
· evisa.gov.tr· Ordinary passport
/04
Pay the fee and receive the e-Visa
Pay the e-Visa fee by card. Approval is typically issued within minutes to 24 hours. Download and print the e-Visa confirmation.
· Card payment· Print copy
/05
If ineligible, apply for a sticker visa
If you do not meet the e-Visa conditions, apply at the Turkish Embassy in Cairo or Consulate in Alexandria with passport, 6-month bank statement, photo, employment/income letter, hotel and flight bookings, and travel health insurance.
· Consulate· Sticker visa
/06
Carry entry documents when traveling
At the Turkish border, carry your passport (valid 6+ months / at least 60 days beyond stay), printed e-Visa or visa, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of about USD 50 per day.
· At the border· Proof of funds
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
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RequiredOrdinary passport valid at least 6 months (minimum 60 days beyond intended stay)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved e-Visa application or consulate sticker visa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalValid Schengen / USA / UK / Ireland visa or residence permit (if aged ~15-45)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RequiredReturn / onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredTicket on Turkish Airlines, AJet, Pegasus, Egypt Air, or Air Cairo (conditional applicants)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
conditional
RequiredConfirmed hotel or accommodation reservation
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of funds (approx. USD 50 per day of stay)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedTravel health insurance (recommended; required for sticker visa)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredRecent bank statement and employment/income letter (sticker visa only)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
conditional
RecommendedPrinted copy of the e-Visa or visa confirmation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
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 Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Visa Information for Foreigners
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Visa feeUSD 20Official government fee for Egyptian ordinary passport holders via evisa.gov.tr
e-Visa service chargeapprox. USD 14-23Card processing / service fee added at the official portal; total often around USD 35-43
Sticker visa - single entryapprox. EGP 470Consulate fee if not e-Visa eligible; subject to change
Sticker visa - multiple entryapprox. EGP 1,570Consulate fee for multiple-entry sticker visa
Total estimateUSD 20USD 43 (e-Visa) / approx. EGP 1,570 (sticker)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Consulate sticker visa
Several working days
For applicants who do not meet e-Visa conditions; submit documents at the Turkish Embassy in Cairo or Consulate in Alexandria.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
e-Visa eligibility is conditional by age
Applicants under 15 or over 45 qualify without extra documents; those in between need a supporting visa/permit.
High
/02
Missing Schengen/US/UK/Ireland supporting visa
Intermediate-age applicants without a valid (non-e-Visa) Schengen, USA, UK, or Ireland visa or residence permit cannot use the e-Visa and must apply at a consulate.
High
/03
Wrong airline booked
Conditional e-Visa applicants must fly with an approved carrier (Turkish Airlines, AJet, Pegasus, Egypt Air, Air Cairo); other carriers can void e-Visa eligibility.
Medium
/04
Insufficient passport validity
Passport must be valid at least 6 months / 60 days beyond the stay or entry is refused.
Medium
/05
Using an e-Visa as a supporting document
An electronic visa from Schengen/US/UK/Ireland is not accepted as the required supporting document; only a sticker visa or residence permit counts.
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
Egypt to Türkiye route verified
Confirmed via the Turkish MFA and Cairo embassy that Egyptian ordinary passport holders need a visa; e-Visa is available but conditional on age (under 15/over 45 exempt from extra docs) or holding a valid Schengen/US/UK/Ireland visa/permit plus an approved airline. Sticker visa applies otherwise.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Egyptian citizens get a visa on arrival in Türkiye?
No. Ordinary passport holders cannot obtain a visa on arrival. You must arrange an e-Visa online (if eligible) or a sticker visa from a Turkish consulate before traveling.
Who can use the e-Visa without a supporting visa?+
Does a Schengen e-Visa count as a supporting document?+
Which airlines are accepted for the conditional e-Visa?+
How long can I stay and is it single or multiple entry?+
What if I am not eligible for the e-Visa?+
/11 — Passport tools

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