Turkey•AsiaDiplomatic and Official Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Variable
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for holders of diplomatic and official passports on government business. Includes diplomats, officials, and international organization staff.
Special visa category for holders of diplomatic and official passports traveling on government business. Includes diplomats, government officials, and staff of international organizations.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
Valid diplomatic or official passport months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Diplomatic passport
Valid diplomatic or official passport
Letter of assignment
Official letter from government or organization
Diplomatic note verbale
Official note from home country or organization
Identification credentials
Diplomatic identification documents
Passport photos
Diplomatic visa specification photos
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Advantages
- No visa fee required
- Expedited processing
- Diplomatic protection provided
- Family can follow
- Multiple entry available
Considerations
- Official status required
- Government approval needed
- Limited to official business
- Subject to diplomatic protocol
Application Process
Obtain official assignment
Receive government assignment or international organization appointment
Prepare diplomatic note
Home country sends diplomatic note to Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Submit visa application
Diplomatic mission submits visa request through official channels
Ministry reviews request
Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs reviews diplomatic visa request
Issue visa
Visa issued by Turkish embassy or consulate
Application Forms
Diplomatic Visa Application
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