United Kingdom
Turkey
Turkey visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
Turkey admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at londra-be.mfa.gov.tr
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Turkish citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
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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 United Kingdom 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 British citizens can stay in Turkey
British citizens may stay in Turkey for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Turkey.
Turkey’s neighbours for British citizens
Georgia, Greece, Armenia and Bulgaria admit British citizens visa-free. Iran requires British citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Turkish citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom requires Turkish citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Turkey?
Turkey admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Turkey?
British citizens can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom requires Turkish citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can British citizens enter Turkey visa-free?
Yes, British citizens 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.