Up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period. Border officials count backwards 180 days to verify you have not exceeded 90 days of presence.

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Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa to visit Türkiye?

Q: Do I still need the Türkiye e-Visa?

No. The e-Visa requirement for UK travellers was abolished in March 2020. Ordinary British passport holders do not need an e-Visa. Avoid third-party sites charging for one.

Q: What if I hold a BN(O) or British Subject passport?

The visa exemption applies only to full British Citizen passports. BN(O), British Subject, British Protected Person and service/special passport holders must obtain a visa before travelling.

Q: What happens if I overstay?

You will face a fine payable on departure and may be banned from re-entering Türkiye for a period. Track your days carefully.

No visa needed. UK ordinary passport holders can visit Türkiye visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for tourism. British citizens holding an ordinary passport do NOT need a visa or e-Visa to visit Türkiye for tourism or business. You may stay up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period. This exemption is confirmed by both the UK government (GOV.UK travel advice) and the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Your passport must be valid for at least 150 days from your date of arrival and have at least one blank page. Note that this exemption applies ONLY to full "British Citizen" passports — holders of British National (Overseas), British Subject, British Protected Person, or service/special passports are not exempt and must obtain a visa. The previous e-Visa requirement for UK travellers was abolished in March 2020 and remains lifted as of 2026; do not pay third-party sites offering a Türkiye "visa" you do not need.

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.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (visa exemption)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days in any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries within the 90/180 limit

from issue date

Visa fee

£0 / Free

consular fee only

Processing time

None — no application required

standard track

Validity

Passport valid 150+ days from arrival, 1 blank page

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport type

The exemption applies only to full 'British Citizen' ordinary passports. Other British nationality classes (BN(O), British Subject, British Protected Person) and service/special passports require a visa.

· British Citizen passport· No visa for tourism

/02

Check passport validity

Ensure your passport is valid for at least 150 days from your date of arrival in Türkiye and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.

· 150 days validity· 1 blank page

/03

Book travel and accommodation

No visa application is required. Carry proof of onward/return travel and accommodation, as border officials may ask for them.

· Onward ticket· Hotel booking

/04

Arrive and get stamped

At the border, make sure officials stamp and date your passport. The 90-day count begins on the date of entry.

· Entry stamp· Day 1 = arrival

/05

Track your 90/180 days

Officials count backwards 180 days from any given day to confirm you have not exceeded 90 days of presence. Overstaying triggers fines and possible entry bans.

· Rolling window· Avoid overstay

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 8 complete

Full British Citizen ordinary passport

required

Passport valid 150+ days from arrival date

required

At least one blank passport page

required

Return or onward ticket

recommended

Proof of accommodation (hotel/host details)

recommended

Proof of sufficient funds for the stay

recommended

Travel/medical insurance

recommended

Track cumulative days to stay within 90/180

recommended

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist entry (visa exemption)£0No visa or e-Visa required for stays up to 90 days

e-VisaNot applicableUK ordinary passport holders are exempt; e-Visa not needed

Overstay penaltyVariable fineCharged on exit if you exceed 90/180; may include an entry ban

Total estimate£0 — £0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at border

Immediate at arrival

No advance application. Present your passport at immigration and receive an entry stamp.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and holidays

Short leisure trips to coastal resorts, Istanbul, Cappadocia and other destinations fall squarely within the visa-free exemption.

High

/02

Business visits

Meetings, conferences and short business trips are also covered by the 90/180 visa exemption.

Medium

/03

Visiting friends and relatives

Social visits to family or friends resident in Türkiye are permitted without a visa.

Medium

/04

Transit / stopover

Short stopovers and onward connections through Turkish airports for British Citizens require no visa.

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

United Kingdom to Türkiye route verified

Confirmed via GOV.UK travel advice and the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs that UK ordinary (British Citizen) passport holders remain visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for tourism. The former e-Visa requirement (lifted in March 2020) remains abolished. Passport must be valid 150+ days from arrival with one blank page.

/09 — The questions