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Do Singapore passport holders need a visa to visit Türkiye?

Q: Do I need to apply for a Türkiye eVisa?

No. The eVisa system does not apply to Singapore ordinary passport holders because they are already visa-exempt. You simply enter and get stamped at the border.

Q: How long can I stay in Türkiye?

Up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period. Time spent on previous visits in the same window counts toward the 90 days.

Q: How much passport validity do I need?

Your passport must be valid for at least 60 days beyond your intended departure from Türkiye. In practice, carry 6 months' validity and ensure a blank page for stamps.

Q: Is Türkiye part of the Schengen area or ETIAS?

No. Türkiye is not in the Schengen area, so its 90/180 allowance is separate from any Schengen stay, and the EU ETIAS authorization does not apply to entering Türkiye.

Q: Can I stay longer than 90 days?

Yes, but you must apply for a short-term residence permit (ikamet) through the Directorate of Migration Management before your 90-day visa-free period ends.

Visa-free. Singapore ordinary passport holders can enter Türkiye without a visa for tourism or social visits of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Singapore is on Türkiye's visa-exemption list. Holders of an ordinary Singapore passport may enter Türkiye visa-free and stay up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day window for tourism, business or social visits — no eVisa or visa-on-arrival is required. Both the Turkish Embassy in Singapore and Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirm this. Your passport must remain valid for at least 60 days beyond the end of your intended stay (in practice carry 6 months' validity) and have a blank page for entry/exit stamps. Türkiye is NOT in the Schengen area, so the 90/180 count is specific to Türkiye and separate from any Schengen allowance, and ETIAS does not apply. To stay longer than 90 days, apply for a short-term residence permit (ikamet) before the visa-free period expires.

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 per 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries within the 90/180 allowance

from issue date

Visa fee

SGD 0 (no fee)

consular fee only

Processing time

None — entry granted at the border

standard track

Validity

Passport valid 60+ days beyond stay (carry 6 months)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your Singapore ordinary passport is valid for at least 60 days beyond your intended departure date from Türkiye; 6 months' validity is the safe practical standard. Make sure there is a blank page for stamps.

· Required· 60+ days beyond stay

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Prepare supporting documents

Carry a confirmed return or onward air ticket, proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details) and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay. Immigration officers may ask for these on arrival.

· Recommended

/03

Book travel within the 90/180 limit

Plan your trip so total time in Türkiye does not exceed 90 days within any rolling 180-day period. There is no application to file before departure.

· 90/180 rule

/04

Arrive and clear immigration

Present your passport at the border; the officer stamps you in under the visa exemption. No eVisa or visa-on-arrival is needed for Singapore ordinary passport holders.

· At border· Free

/05

Track your stay and extend if needed

If you wish to remain beyond 90 days, apply for a short-term residence permit (ikamet) through the Türkiye Directorate of Migration Management before the 90-day exemption ends.

· Optional

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items

Personalized checklist

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Singapore ordinary passport valid 60+ days beyond stay (6 months recommended)

required

At least one blank passport page for entry/exit stamps

required

Confirmed return or onward ticket

recommended

Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)

recommended

Evidence of sufficient funds for the trip

recommended

Travel itinerary kept within 90 days per 180-day period

required

Travel/medical insurance covering Türkiye

optional

Residence permit (ikamet) application if staying beyond 90 days

optional

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist entry visaSGD 0No visa required for Singapore ordinary passport holders

eVisaSGD 0Not applicable — Singapore citizens are visa-exempt

Visa-on-arrivalSGD 0Not applicable — entry is visa-free

Total estimateSGD 0 — SGD 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Border entry (visa exemption)

Immediate at arrival

Passport stamped on arrival under the visa-free regime; no prior application required.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Visiting Istanbul, Cappadocia, the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts — the most common purpose for Singaporean visitors.

High

/02

Visiting friends or family

Social visits to residents in Türkiye, fully covered by the visa exemption.

Medium

/03

Short business trips

Meetings, conferences and negotiations are permitted under visa-free entry within the 90/180 limit.

Medium

/04

Transit and stopovers

Stopping over in Istanbul en route to Europe or beyond, often combined with a short city stay.

Medium

/05

Cruise or tour stopovers

Short port-of-call or guided-tour visits along the Turkish coast.

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

Singapore to Türkiye route verified

Confirmed via the Turkish Embassy in Singapore and Singapore MFA that Singapore ordinary passport holders remain visa-free for stays up to 90 days within 180 days; no eVisa required. Verified the 60-day-beyond-stay passport validity rule via Türkiye MFA. No policy change.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Singapore citizens need a visa for Türkiye?—

No. Holders of an ordinary Singapore passport can enter Türkiye visa-free for tourism, business or social visits of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Do I need to apply for a Türkiye eVisa?+

How long can I stay in Türkiye?+

How much passport validity do I need?+

Is Türkiye part of the Schengen area or ETIAS?+

Can I stay longer than 90 days?+

/11 — Passport tools