Apostolic Nunciature in Ankara
Embassy 
Holy See Ankara, Turkey
- Address
- Birlik Mahallesi, 428. Cad. No.37 06552 Çankaya, Ankara
- nunturkey@gmail.com
- Fax
- +90 312 495 35 40
Head of mission: Marek Solczynski
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Turkish Foreign Ministry diplomatic portal · Record last updated on 16 April 2025
At Birlik Mahallesi, 428. Cad. No.37 06552 Çankaya, Ankara, the apostolic nunciature in Ankara represents the Holy See towards Turkey. Turkish citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the Holy See. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30 with a midday break.
Opening hours of the apostolic nunciature in Ankara
| Monday | 09:00–13:0014:00–17:30 break 13:00–14:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00–13:0014:00–17:30 break 13:00–14:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–13:0014:00–17:30 break 13:00–14:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–13:0014:00–17:30 break 13:00–14:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–13:0014:00–17:30 break 13:00–14:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Turkey
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New Year's Day
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Eid al-Fitr First Day
Public holidays in the Holy See
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Immaculate Conception
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Christmas Day
The apostolic nunciature in Ankara is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30 with a midday break.
Holy See visa for Turkish citizens
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Turkish citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the Holy See. Check with the apostolic nunciature in Ankara whether visas are handled at its counter or by an appointed visa centre.
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The Holy See’s other missions in Turkey
The apostolic nunciature in Ankara is the only mission of the Holy See in Turkey on record. Turkey has no mission in the Holy See on record.
Good to know
About the apostolic nunciature in Ankara
It is headed by Marek Solczynski, according to the records. As the Holy See’s diplomatic mission to Turkey, it handles relations with the state and the Catholic Church in Turkey rather than visas.
Address and contact
Address: Birlik Mahallesi, 428. Cad. No.37 06552 Çankaya, Ankara. The record for the apostolic nunciature in Ankara includes a phone number, an e-mail address and a fax number.
Citizens of the Holy See travelling to Turkey
Turkey admits citizens of the Holy See without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
When the apostolic nunciature in Ankara is closed
The next closures of the apostolic nunciature in Ankara for public holidays in Turkey are New Year's Day (Yılbaşı) on Friday 1 January 2027 and Eid al-Fitr First Day (Ramazan Bayramı 1. Gün) on Wednesday 10 March 2027 (date provisional); it may also close for Immaculate Conception (Immacolata Concezione) on Tuesday 8 December 2026.
Before visiting the apostolic nunciature in Ankara
Call the apostolic nunciature in Ankara before you go to confirm the hours and whether an appointment is needed.
Near the apostolic nunciature in Ankara
Within 1 km of the apostolic nunciature in Ankara there are 4 other foreign missions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the Apostolic Nunciature in Ankara?
The apostolic nunciature in Ankara is at Birlik Mahallesi, 428. Cad. No.37 06552 Çankaya, Ankara.
What are the opening hours of the Apostolic Nunciature in Ankara?
The apostolic nunciature in Ankara is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30 with a midday break.
Is the Apostolic Nunciature in Ankara open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the apostolic nunciature in Ankara do not include Saturday.
When is the Apostolic Nunciature in Ankara closed?
The apostolic nunciature in Ankara closes on Turkey’s public holidays, the next being New Year's Day (Yılbaşı) on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on the national day of the Holy See.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for the Holy See?
Turkish citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the Holy See.
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