Holy See
Turkey
Turkey visa for citizens of the Holy See
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Holy See 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 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Turkish citizens travelling to the Holy See
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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.
For a trip from the Holy See to Turkey, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 6 November 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Holy See can stay in Turkey
Citizens of the Holy See may stay in Turkey for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Turkey.
Turkey’s neighbours for citizens of the Holy See
Georgia, Greece, Armenia and Bulgaria admit citizens of the Holy See visa-free.
Turkish citizens travelling to the Holy See
Turkish citizens need a visa for the Holy See, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Holy See need a visa for Turkey?
Citizens of the Holy See do not need a visa for Turkey: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can citizens of the Holy See stay in Turkey?
Citizens of the Holy See can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for the Holy See?
Turkish citizens need a visa for the Holy See, obtained before travel.
Can citizens of the Holy See enter Turkey visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Holy See can enter Turkey without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.