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Turkey visa for Russian citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Russian citizens for Turkey, for stays of up to 60 days.
- Maximum stay
- 60 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at moskova-be.mfa.gov.tr
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Turkish citizens travelling to Russia
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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 Russia 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 20 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Russian citizens can stay in Turkey
Russian citizens may stay in Turkey for up to 60 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Turkey.
Turkey’s neighbours for Russian citizens
Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan admit Russian citizens visa-free. Greece and Bulgaria require Russian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Turkish citizens travelling to Russia
Russia requires a visa from Turkish citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Turkey?
No visa is needed by Russian citizens for Turkey, for stays of up to 60 days.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Turkey?
Russian citizens can stay in Turkey for up to 60 days.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for Russia?
Russia requires a visa from Turkish citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 30 days.
Can Russian citizens enter Turkey visa-free?
Yes, Russian citizens can enter Turkey without a visa and stay for up to 60 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.