🇹🇷TÜRKIYE

🇩🇪GERMANY (SCHENGEN)TR-DE

Do Türkiye passport holders need a visa to visit Germany (Schengen)?

Q: Can Turkish citizens visit Germany without a visa?

No. Ordinary Turkish passport holders must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling to Germany for tourism.

Q: Do Turkish travelers need ETIAS for Germany?

No. ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationals. Turkish citizens are not visa-exempt, so they need a Schengen visa instead of ETIAS.

Q: How long can I stay in Germany on this visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across the entire Schengen Area, not just Germany.

Q: Where do I apply in Türkiye?

Applications are submitted in person at an iDATA center, the official provider authorized by the German Embassy, located in major cities including Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, Bursa, Gaziantep, and Trabzon.

Q: How much does the visa cost?

The Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 for adults (EUR 45 for children 6-11), plus an iDATA service fee of around EUR 33.

Q: How early should I apply?

You can apply up to 6 months before travel; apply at least 3-4 weeks ahead, and earlier during peak summer season due to appointment waits.

Turkish ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Germany for tourism. There is no visa-free or ETIAS option for Turkish citizens. Germany is part of the Schengen Area, and Türkiye is not on the Schengen visa-exemption list. As confirmed by Germany's Federal Foreign Office, ordinary Turkish passport holders must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling to Germany for tourism. The visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. Because Turkish nationals are NOT visa-exempt, they do not fall within the scope of ETIAS — ETIAS applies only to visa-free travelers. Applications in Türkiye are submitted in person through iDATA, the official service provider authorized by the German Embassy, with centers in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Bursa, Antalya, Gaziantep, and Trabzon. Applicants must provide biometric data (photo and, in most cases, fingerprints), travel health insurance with at least EUR 30,000 coverage, proof of accommodation and itinerary, and evidence of sufficient funds. The visa fee is EUR 90 plus an iDATA service fee, and standard processing takes about 15 calendar days.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double, or multiple (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 + iDATA service fee (~EUR 33)

consular fee only

Processing time

~15 calendar days

standard track

Validity

Validity as granted; covers entire Schengen Area

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm visa type and book appointment

Identify the Schengen short-stay (Type C) tourist visa and book an in-person appointment at an iDATA center serving the German Embassy/Consulate in Türkiye.

· Type C· iDATA appointment

/02

Complete the application form

Fill out the Schengen visa application form accurately, sign it, and prepare two recent biometric photos meeting Schengen standards.

· Application form· Biometric photos

/03

Gather supporting documents

Assemble passport, travel health insurance (min EUR 30,000), accommodation proof, round-trip flight reservation, bank statements, and employment/financial evidence.

· Documents· Insurance

/04

Attend the appointment and give biometrics

Submit your file in person at iDATA, pay the visa and service fees, and provide fingerprints and a photo (first-time or if older than ~5 years).

· In person· Fingerprints

/05

Wait for processing

Standard processing takes around 15 calendar days; allow extra time during peak season. Track status via iDATA.

· ~15 days· Track status

/06

Collect passport and verify visa

Retrieve your passport, check the visa sticker for correct dates, entries, and duration before traveling.

· Collect· Verify sticker

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

Passport valid 3+ months beyond departure, with 2+ blank pages

required

Completed and signed Schengen visa application form

required

Two recent biometric photos (Schengen standard, <6 months old)

required

Schengen travel health insurance, min EUR 30,000 coverage

required

Round-trip flight reservation / itinerary

required

Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)

required

Bank statements showing sufficient funds (~EUR 45/day)

required

Proof of employment / ties to Türkiye

recommended

Visa fee EUR 90 + iDATA service fee

required

Previous passports / prior Schengen visas

recommended

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard short-stay visa fee for applicants aged 12+

Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Reduced fee; children under 6 are exempt

iDATA service fee~EUR 33Service provider fee per applicant; minors may be exempt

Travel health insurance~EUR 20-40Min EUR 30,000 coverage; varies by provider and trip length

Total estimateEUR 110 — EUR 170incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

~15 calendar days

Typical processing time at iDATA / German consulate in Türkiye for a tourist Schengen visa.

Peak-season processing

Up to 30-45 days

During high demand (summer, holidays), processing and appointment waits can extend significantly. Apply early.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Türkiye is not Schengen visa-exempt

Turkish nationals are not on the Schengen visa-free list, so a Type C visa is mandatory for any short tourist stay in Germany.

High

/02

Not eligible for ETIAS

ETIAS applies only to visa-exempt nationals; Turkish citizens must obtain a visa, not an ETIAS authorization.

High

/03

Germany is in the Schengen Area

Entry follows the common Schengen short-stay rules (90/180), administered via the German consulate's visa process.

Medium

/04

In-person biometrics required

Applicants must appear at iDATA to give fingerprints and photos unless recently enrolled, requiring an advance appointment.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Border control

Carry your Schengen visa, itinerary, insurance, funds proof, and return ticket. Border officers can ask for the same evidence used for the visa.

/02

90/180 tracking

Your allowed stay is counted across the whole Schengen Area, not only Germany. Keep entry and exit dates recorded.

/03

Connectivity

EU roaming works for EU SIMs. Tourist SIMs and eSIMs are available at airports, stations, and electronics shops.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Türkiye to Germany route verified

Confirmed via the German Federal Foreign Office that Turkish ordinary passport holders require a Schengen short-stay visa for Germany, and via EEAS that Turkish nationals are excluded from ETIAS. Verified EUR 90 fee, ~15-day processing, and iDATA application process.

/09 — The questions