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Türkiye to Greece visa requirements

Yes, Turkish ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Greece. Greece is in the Schengen Area, so general tourism requires a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa applied for in advance through the Greek Visa Application Centre. A separate exception exists: a EUR 60 single-entry "Visa Express" visa-on-arrival valid for 7 days, but ONLY for 12 designated Aegean islands and not for mainland Greece or onward Schengen travel. Turkey is not a Schengen visa-exempt country, so an ordinary (burgundy) Turkish passport holder must obtain a Schengen Type C short-stay visa before traveling to mainland Greece or for any general tourism within the Schengen Area. Applications are submitted through VFS Global / the Greek Visa Application Centre in Turkey (Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Edirne and others) when Greece is the main destination or first point of entry. The standard short-stay fee is EUR 90, and the visa permits stays under the Schengen rule of up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period across all Schengen states combined. Because Turkey requires a full Schengen visa, ETIAS (the upcoming EU travel authorization, expected Q4 2026) does NOT apply to Turkish nationals - they continue with the conventional visa process. Separately, Greece operates a popular "Visa Express" visa-on-arrival scheme (extended through April 2027) allowing Turkish citizens to obtain a EUR 60, single-entry, 7-day visa at the ports of 12 specified Aegean islands (Rhodes, Kos, Lesbos, Chios, Samos, Symi, Lemnos, Kalymnos, Kastellorizo, Leros, Patmos, Samothrace). This island visa cannot be used to reach mainland Greece or any other Schengen country. For mainland visits, longer stays, or multi-country Schengen trips, the standard advance Schengen C visa is required.
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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa - applied for in advance (island Visa Express VOA available as exception)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period (Schengen-wide)
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple, as granted (island Visa Express is single-entry, 7 days)
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 90 standard Schengen visa fee (EUR 60 for island Visa Express)
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 15 calendar days, can extend to 45 days in peak season
standard track
Validity
Visa validity as granted; Visa Express validity covers a single 7-day visit
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your route and visa type
For mainland Greece, longer stays, or multi-country Schengen trips, apply for a standard Schengen Type C visa. If visiting only the 12 eligible Aegean islands for up to 7 days, you may use the Visa Express visa-on-arrival instead.
· Schengen C visa· Island VOA option
/02
Book your appointment with VFS Global
Schedule an appointment at the Greek Visa Application Centre operated by VFS Global in Turkey (e.g. Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Edirne). Apply through the centre where Greece is your main destination or first entry point.
· VFS Global· Appointment required
/03
Complete the application form and gather documents
Fill out the Schengen visa application form and assemble passport, photos, travel insurance, flight and hotel bookings, financial proof and employment documents per the touristic checklist.
· Schengen form· Touristic checklist
/04
Attend the appointment and give biometrics
Submit your file in person, pay the fee, and provide fingerprints and a photo (biometrics) unless you have valid biometrics on record from the past 59 months.
· Biometrics· In-person
/05
Wait for processing and collect your passport
Standard processing is around 15 days but allow up to 45 days in busy periods. Track your application online and collect the passport with the decision.
· ~15 days· Track online
/06
Travel within Schengen 90/180 limits
Once issued, enter Greece and stay within the authorized dates and the 90-days-in-180 Schengen limit. Carry supporting documents at the border.
· 90/180 rule· Carry documents
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Türkiye -> Greece · Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa - applied for in advance (island Visa Express VOA available as exception)
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RequiredTurkish ordinary passport valid 3+ months beyond intended departure, with 2+ blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted and signed Schengen visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredTwo recent biometric passport photos
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredTravel medical insurance covering minimum EUR 30,000 across the Schengen Area
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRound-trip flight or ferry reservation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed hotel/accommodation booking for the full stay
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements, last 3 months)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedEmployment proof, payslips or business documents
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedDetailed travel itinerary / cover letter
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedPrevious visas / passport copies to support travel history
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
recommended
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 sourcesVFS Global - Greece Visa Application Centre (Turkey)Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Visa InformationFerryhopper - Visa Express to Greek Islands for Turkish Citizens
Application link included: VFS Global - Greece Visa Application Centre (Turkey)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa feeEUR 90Standard adult fee; EUR 45 for children aged 6-11; under 6 free
VFS Global service feeVaries (approx. EUR 30-35 equivalent in TRY)Charged per application by the visa centre
Visa Express island visa-on-arrivalEUR 60Alternative only - single entry, 7 days, 12 Aegean islands only
Travel medical insuranceVariesMandatory; cost depends on trip length and provider
Total estimateEUR 90 — EUR 160+incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard Schengen visa processing
~15 calendar days
Typical decision time after a complete application is submitted; apply at least a few weeks before travel.
Peak-season / extended processing
Up to 45 days
During high-demand periods or when additional documents/checks are required, processing can extend significantly.
Island Visa Express (visa-on-arrival)
Same day at port
Issued on arrival at eligible Aegean island ports; no advance application needed but valid only for those islands.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Turkey is not a Schengen visa-exempt country
Turkish ordinary passport holders require a Schengen visa for all Schengen states, including Greece, for tourism.
High
/02
Main-destination / first-entry rule
You must apply through Greece when it is your primary destination or first point of entry into the Schengen Area.
High
/03
ETIAS does not replace the visa for Turkish nationals
ETIAS applies only to visa-exempt nationalities; Turkish citizens continue using the standard Schengen visa even after ETIAS launches.
Medium
/04
Island Visa Express is geographically restricted
The EUR 60 visa-on-arrival is valid only for 12 named Aegean islands and cannot be used for mainland Greece or onward Schengen travel.
Medium
/05
Diplomatic/service/green passports differ
Holders of Turkish diplomatic, service or special (green) passports may be visa-exempt, unlike ordinary passport holders.
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 · major
Turkey to Greece route verified
Confirmed via VFS Global, Turkish MFA and EU sources that Turkish ordinary passport holders need a Schengen Type C visa for Greece. Verified the EUR 60 island Visa Express scheme (12 Aegean islands, extended to April 2027) and that ETIAS (expected Q4 2026) does not apply to Turkish nationals.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Turkish citizens need a visa to visit Greece?—
Yes. Greece is in the Schengen Area and Turkey is not visa-exempt, so ordinary Turkish passport holders need a Schengen Type C short-stay visa, applied for in advance, for mainland Greece and general tourism.
Is there a visa-on-arrival for Greece?+
How much is the Greece Schengen visa and how long does it take?+
How long can I stay in Greece on a Schengen visa?+
Will ETIAS let Turkish citizens skip the Greece visa?+
Where do Turkish citizens apply for the Greece visa?+
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