1(i) — Official Visit Visa (Resmi Ziyaret Vizesi)

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–4 weeks

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

varies

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

For foreign nationals traveling to Turkey on official duty on behalf of their government or an international organization.

This visa is designed for foreign nationals conducting official government or international organization business in Turkey. It requires diplomatic or service passport status and formal documentation from the sending entity. It does not grant general work authorization and is strictly tied to the official nature of the visit.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Official note verbale from sending government or organization

Valid passport

Completed visa application form

Biometric photos

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Official note verbale

Valid passport

Visa application form

Biometric photos

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Expedited processing for officials
Diplomatic courtesies

Worth Knowing

Strictly limited to official duty
Fees vary by reciprocity
Lack of official diplomatic or service passport
Not traveling on official government business

Application Process

Initiate via Pre-Application System

Submit note verbale to Turkish mission

Attend appointment if required

Application Forms

Pre-Application System

Fill online

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