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Traveling to Turkey as a Spanish citizen: visa and entry information

Do Spaniards need a visa to enter Turkey?

No, Spaniards can travel to Turkey without a visa due to the established visa-free policy.

Travel requirements for Spaniards

A passport valid for at least 150 days, booked round-trip tickets, a hotel reservation, and proof of financial means are required.

What do children from Spain need to travel to Turkey?

If under 14 years, children can travel without a separate passport if listed in a parent's passport. Otherwise, a personal passport is required, especially if the child is 14 or older.

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Allowed duration of stay for Spanish citizens

A stay of up to 90 days within 180 days is permitted for Spanish citizens in Turkey.

Top 5 tourist destinations in Turkey for Spanish travelers

Ephesus. Step back into Roman times with a visit to the ancient city of Ephesus, home to magnificent ruins such as the Library of Celsus and the grand theater.
Blue Lagoon, Oludeniz. A serene and picturesque spot with clear waters perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and exciting paragliding excursions.
Hagia Sophia. Marvel at the vast architecture and historical significance of this former cathedral and mosque, now a museum in Istanbul.
Cappadocia. Famous for its rock formations and hot air balloon rides, this region offers a magical experience among its unique landscapes and cave homes.
Pamukkale. Bathe in the mineral-rich thermal pools cascading down striking white terraces at this natural marvel in Turkey.

Extending a stay in Turkey for Spaniards

To stay in Turkey beyond the 90-day limit, Spaniards need to apply for a short-term residence permit (ikamet) before their current period ends. This can be issued once a year and grants an additional 3 months. Required documents include:

Two application forms (filled out in English).
Four photos.
Passport and a photocopy.
Proof of 500 USD per month.
Housing rental agreement.
If staying for family reasons, a guarantee letter and a civil passport copy may also be needed.

Other options include obtaining a visa for work, study, or medical treatment purposes.

If you do not enjoy visa-free entry to Türkiye, you may need an airport transit visa.

A transit visa is mandatory for all travelers under the Turkish visa regime who intend to:

Pass immigration control;
Stay in Türkiye overnight for a transfer.

Depending on your nationality, you can get an e-transit visa or a regular visa with a sticker. The transit visa sticker may be marked as:

Single transit
Double transit

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You can apply for a transit visa to Türkiye one/two months before the date of your planned trip to Türkiye.

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Fill out the online form for a transit visa in the pre-application system

The first step in applying for a Turkish transit visa is to complete the online Turkish visa application form.

Once completed, the system will provide you with the date and time of your visa interview that you must attend.

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What documents are required to issue a transit visa?

Necessary documents for issuing a Turkish transit visa:

Completed application form for Turkish transit visa, travel insurance, confirmation of professional status, etc.;
Passport or another travel document;
Two photos;
Certificate of income or savings;
An onward plane ticket that will take you to your destination country;
A visa or other document that gives the right to enter the country of destination;
Hotel reservation;
Certificate of police clearance.

Please note that depending on your nationality and country of residence, you may be asked to provide additional documents.

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How long does it take to get a transit visa to Türkiye?

The Turkish Embassy in your country of residence will process your visa within approximately 15 working days. In some countries, this period can last up to three working days.

You can track the status of your application on the same website where you completed your application.

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Applying for a Turkish e-Visa for transit

To obtain an eVisa, you must first complete an online application form on the eVisa website. Then print out the document to present it at a Turkish port of entry.

To import pets into Türkiye, all pets must have:

1. Microchip for pets;

To enter Türkiye, your pet must be identified with a microchip.

2. Vaccinations;

Your dog or cat must be vaccinated against rabies 30 days to 12 months before entry. Please note that Türkiye does not recognize the vaccine for 3 years.

3. Rabies antibody titer test;

If your pet is not vaccinated as required above or has a 3-year rabies vaccination, your dog or cat can be tested for Rabies Antibody Titer (FAVN) at an approved laboratory before entering Türkiye. Cats and dogs entering Türkiye from the United States that are vaccinated against rabies are exempt from this requirement.

4. Health certificate;

If traveling to Türkiye from the United States, a USDA-accredited veterinarian must complete a Türkiye Veterinary Certificate for approval at your state's USDA or CFIA office within 48 hours of travel for pets traveling from the US or Canada, respectively (one form per animal). If you are entering Türkiye from a country other than the US or Canada, your vet can complete an EU health certificate.

5. Treatment of internal and external parasites;

Before your pet can enter Türkiye, it must be treated for internal parasites (echinococci) and external parasites (fleas, ticks) and listed in the health certificate.

Learn more about the rules for importing pets to Türkiye on the website.

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For information and advice on Turkish customs regulations, please visit the official website of the customs administration.

In addition to a valid national driving license in Türkiye, you must obtain an international driving license. An international driver's license gives you the right to drive a car. This rule does not apply to a person holding a British driving license in Türkiye. To rent a car, the minimum age of drivers is 21 years (for some types of cars - 23 years or 27).

Embassies of Türkiye in different countries can be found here: https://www.mfa.gov.tr/turkish-representations.en.mfa

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