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Turkey visa for Iranian citizens
Entry requirement
Iranian 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 tahran-be.mfa.gov.tr
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Turkish citizens travelling to Iran
TurkeyIran Visa-free, 90 days Iran visa for citizens of Turkey
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 Iran 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Iranian citizens can stay in Turkey
Iranian citizens may stay in Turkey for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Turkey.
Turkey’s neighbours for Iranian citizens
Georgia, Iraq and Armenia admit Iranian citizens visa-free. Greece and Bulgaria require Iranian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Turkish citizens travelling to Iran
Turkish citizens can visit Iran without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Iran and Turkey.
Frequently asked questions
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Turkey?
Iranian citizens do not need a visa for Turkey: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Iranian citizens stay in Turkey?
Iranian citizens can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for Iran?
Turkish citizens can visit Iran without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Iranian citizens enter Turkey visa-free?
Yes, Iranian 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.