Facts checked against official sources on 2026-11-06
Türkiye visa for US citizens
Short answer
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs says US ordinary passport holders are exempted from visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, so most US tourists do not need an e-Visa for a short trip.
At a glance
| Ordinary US passport | Visa exempt up to 90 days in any 180-day period |
|---|---|
| US official passport | Visa required |
| e-Visa purpose | Tourism or commerce only |
| Work / study | Visa from a Turkish embassy or consulate |
| Passport validity advised | At least 6 months from arrival |
| Legal minimum | Passport must expire at least 60 days after the stay ends |
| Official e-Visa portal | evisa.gov.tr |
Good to know
- Example from the Ministry: a 30-day stay requires a passport valid for at least 90 days.
- The Ministry says the e-Visa is valid only for tourism or commerce. Work and study visas come from Turkish embassies or consulates.
- Check the Ministry page before travel, as exemptions and conditions can change.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need an e-Visa for Türkiye?
Per the Ministry, US ordinary passport holders are exempt for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, so an e-Visa is generally not needed for short stays.
What about US official passports?
The Ministry says US official passport holders are required to have a visa.
Official sources
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Visa Information for Foreigners
- Republic of Türkiye – official e-Visa portal
Rules, fees and timings change. Confirm on the official page above before you apply or pay. Krosz is a private visa assistance service, not a government authority, and cannot guarantee any visa decision.