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Turkey visa for German citizens
Entry requirement
German citizens do not need a visa for Turkey: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at berlin-be.mfa.gov.tr
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Turkish citizens travelling to Germany
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Travel advice for Turkey
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Germany to Turkey, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Turkey at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 8 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Turkey (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Turkey (updated 20 October 2026).
Good to know
How long German citizens can stay in Turkey
German citizens may stay in Turkey for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Turkey.
Turkey’s neighbours for German citizens
Georgia, Greece, Armenia and Bulgaria admit German citizens visa-free.
Turkish citizens travelling to Germany
Turkish citizens need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do German citizens need a visa for Turkey?
German citizens do not need a visa for Turkey: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can German citizens stay in Turkey?
German citizens can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for Germany?
Turkish citizens need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel.
Can German citizens enter Turkey visa-free?
Yes, German citizens can enter Turkey without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.