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5(e) — Accompaniment Purpose Visa
VisasTurkey5(e) — Accompaniment Purpose Visa
TurkeyTurkey•Asia
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5(e) — Accompaniment Purpose Visa

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

14-28 days

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

Matches primary

Renewable

No

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

No

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

This visa is for individuals accompanying someone traveling to Turkey for medical treatment or other authorized purposes.

This visa is designed for caregivers or family members accompanying a primary traveler to Turkey, most commonly for medical treatment. It serves as the primary mechanism for dependents to remain with the traveler. Holders may need to apply for a residence permit if their stay extends beyond the initial visa validity.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must demonstrate a clear need to accompany the primary traveler.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Passport

Biometric photos

Proof of primary traveler's purpose (e.g., medical invitation)

Proof of financial means

Travel health insurance

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows caregivers to stay with primary traveler

Worth Knowing

  • Dependent on the status of the primary traveler
  • Requires transition to residence permit for long stays
  • Lack of proof of primary traveler's status
  • Insufficient financial means

Application Process

1

Start application at www.visa.gov.tr

2

Schedule appointment at Turkish Consulate

3

Submit documents and pay fees in person

4

Transition to residence permit if stay exceeds visa duration

Application Forms

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