Turkey Visa Requirements: Guide for Property Buyers 2026

Understanding Turkish visa requirements is essential for property buyers planning visits to Turkey for property viewing, purchase completion, or property management. Turkey offers various visa options for international visitors, with streamlined processes for many nationalities.

For property buyers, visa requirements depend on your nationality, visit duration, and travel purpose. Many nationalities can obtain Turkish visas easily through online e-Visa systems or visa-free entry for short stays, making property viewing trips and purchase procedures accessible for international buyers.

Our team provides guidance on Turkish visa requirements and can assist with visa application coordination, ensuring you have appropriate documentation for property viewing trips and purchase-related travel to Turkey.

Visa-Free Entry to Turkey

Many nationalities enjoy visa-free entry to Turkey for tourism and business purposes:

European Union citizens: 90 days within 180-day period without visa
United States citizens: 90 days within 180-day period (e-Visa required, obtainable online)
United Kingdom citizens: 90 days within 180-day period
Many other nationalities: 30-90 days depending on country of origin

Visa-free entry is sufficient for most property viewing trips and purchase completion visits, which typically last 1-2 weeks. For longer stays or multiple visits, visa requirements may apply.

Turkish e-Visa System

Turkey's e-Visa system provides convenient online visa application for eligible nationalities:

Online application: Complete application through official e-Visa website
Quick processing: Most e-Visas approved within 24-48 hours
Electronic delivery: Visa delivered via email as PDF document
Multiple entry: Some e-Visas allow multiple entries within validity period
Validity period: Typically 180 days from issue date
Stay duration: Usually 90 days per entry

e-Visa application requires passport information, travel dates, and payment of visa fee (typically $20-€50 depending on nationality). The process is straightforward and can be completed from anywhere with internet access.

Visa Requirements for Property Buyers

Property viewing trips and purchase completion typically fall under tourism or business visa categories:

Tourism Visa

Tourism visas are appropriate for property viewing trips and general property exploration:

Valid for tourism and leisure activities
Allows property viewing and exploration
Sufficient for initial property purchase procedures
Typically 30-90 days duration

Business Visa

Business visas may be appropriate for property investment activities:

Valid for business and investment activities
Appropriate for property purchase transactions
May allow longer stays than tourism visas
Requires business purpose documentation

For most property buyers, tourism visas or visa-free entry are sufficient for property viewing and purchase completion. Business visas are typically needed only for extended stays or commercial property investments.

Visa Application Process

Visa application processes vary by nationality and visa type:

e-Visa Application

Visit official Turkish e-Visa website
Complete online application form
Upload required documents (passport copy, photo if required)
Pay visa fee online
Receive e-Visa via email
Print e-Visa and present at Turkish border

Consulate Application

For nationalities requiring consulate visas:

Schedule appointment at Turkish consulate or embassy
Complete visa application form
Submit required documents (passport, photos, travel itinerary, proof of funds)
Pay visa fee
Wait for processing (typically 5-10 business days)
Collect visa from consulate

Our team provides guidance on visa requirements specific to your nationality and can assist with application coordination if needed.

Required Documents for Visa Application

Visa application documents typically include:

Valid passport: Minimum 6 months validity remaining
Passport photos: Recent photos meeting Turkish visa photo requirements
Travel itinerary: Flight reservations and accommodation bookings
Proof of funds: Bank statements demonstrating sufficient funds for stay
Travel insurance: Some visas require travel health insurance
Invitation letter: May be required for business visas

Document requirements vary by nationality and visa type. Our team advises on specific requirements for your situation.

Visa Validity and Stay Duration

Turkish visa validity and permitted stay duration vary by visa type and nationality:

Single-entry visas: Valid for one entry within validity period
Multiple-entry visas: Allow multiple entries during validity period
Stay duration: Typically 30-90 days per entry
Validity period: Usually 180 days from issue date
Extension: Visa extensions possible in some cases through local immigration offices

For property purchase procedures, standard tourist visas or visa-free entry periods are typically sufficient, as most purchase processes can be completed within 1-2 weeks.

Visa and Property Purchase

Visa status does not affect property purchase eligibility in Turkey. Foreign buyers can purchase property regardless of visa type, as long as they meet property purchase requirements:

Valid passport
Turkish tax number
Property purchase funds
Required documentation for TAPU transfer

Tourism visas, business visas, and visa-free entry all allow property purchase transactions. Visa type does not impact ownership rights or purchase procedures.

Residence Permit vs Visa

It's important to distinguish between visas (for temporary visits) and residence permits (for longer-term stays):

Visa: For temporary visits (typically 30-90 days)
Residence permit: For stays longer than 90 days (requires separate application)
Property ownership: Can support residence permit applications (property worth minimum 200,000 USD)
Citizenship: Property investment can lead to Turkish citizenship eligibility (minimum 400,000 USD property value)

For property viewing and purchase completion, standard visas are sufficient. Residence permits become relevant if you plan to stay in Turkey longer than 90 days or live in your property full-time.

Visa Renewal and Extensions

If you need to extend your stay in Turkey beyond your visa validity:

Visa extension: Possible through local immigration offices (Göç İdaresi)
Residence permit application: Required for stays longer than 90 days
Property-based residence: Property ownership can support residence permit applications
Processing time: Extension applications typically take 2-4 weeks

Our team can assist with visa extension procedures or residence permit applications if your property purchase requires extended stays in Turkey.

Common Visa Questions for Property Buyers

Frequently asked questions about visas for property buyers:

Do I need a visa for property viewing? Depends on nationality - many can enter visa-free or with e-Visa
Can I buy property on a tourist visa? Yes, visa type does not affect property purchase eligibility
How long can I stay for property purchase? Typically 30-90 days depending on visa type, sufficient for purchase completion
Do I need a business visa for property investment? Usually not - tourism visas are sufficient for residential property purchases
Can property ownership help with visas? Yes, property ownership can support residence permit applications

Our team provides specific guidance based on your nationality and travel plans, ensuring you have appropriate visa documentation for your property purchase journey.

Visa Assistance Services

While most property buyers can handle visa applications independently through e-Visa systems, our team provides:

Visa requirement guidance based on nationality
Application process explanation and support
Document checklist preparation
Coordination with Turkish consulates if needed
Residence permit application support for longer stays

For straightforward cases, e-Visa application is simple and can be completed independently. For complex situations or residence permit applications, our team provides comprehensive support.

To discuss visa requirements for your property purchase trip to Turkey, contact our team with your nationality and travel dates. We will advise on visa requirements and assist with application coordination if needed, ensuring you have appropriate documentation for your property purchase journey.

For complete purchase support including visa coordination, our buying property assistance in Turkey handles all aspects of the acquisition process from initial planning through final ownership transfer.