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Turkey visa for US citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by US citizens for Turkey, 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 washington-emb.mfa.gov.tr
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Turkish citizens travelling to the United States
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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.
US 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 6 November 2026).
Good to know
How long US citizens can stay in Turkey
US citizens may stay in Turkey for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Turkey.
Turkey’s neighbours for US citizens
Georgia, Greece, Armenia and Bulgaria admit US citizens visa-free. Iran requires US citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Turkish citizens travelling to the United States
Turkish citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Turkey?
No visa is needed by US citizens for Turkey, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can US citizens stay in Turkey?
US citizens can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for the United States?
Turkish citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.
Can US citizens enter Turkey visa-free?
Yes, US 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.