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Turkey visa for Japanese citizens
Entry requirement
Japanese 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 tokyo.be.mfa.gov.tr
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Turkish citizens travelling to Japan
TurkeyJapan Visa-free, 90 days Japan 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.
Japanese citizens planning a trip to Turkey can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 Japanese citizens can stay in Turkey
Japanese citizens may stay in Turkey for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Turkey.
Turkey’s neighbours for Japanese citizens
Georgia, Iran, Greece, Armenia and Bulgaria admit Japanese citizens visa-free.
Turkish citizens travelling to Japan
Turkish citizens can visit Japan without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Japan and Turkey.
Frequently asked questions
Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Turkey?
Japanese citizens do not need a visa for Turkey: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Japanese citizens stay in Turkey?
Japanese citizens can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for Japan?
Turkish citizens can visit Japan without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Japanese citizens enter Turkey visa-free?
Yes, Japanese 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.