How to Apply for Turkey Visa from UK

How to Apply for Turkey Visa from the UK

UK citizens can travel to Turkey without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. However, non-UK nationals living in the UK (e.g., Pakistani, Indian citizens) must apply for either:

✅ e-Visa (for eligible passport holders)
✅ Sticker Visa via consulate/VFS (for others)

Option 1: 🇹🇷 e-Visa (Online Application)

Citizens of certain countries can apply online if they have a valid UK visa or residence permit.

Visit: https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/
Fill out application form (name, DOB, passport, etc.)
Pay the visa fee online
Download the e-Visa and print it before travel

Option 2: Sticker Visa (Through VFS Global)

If you're not eligible for an e-Visa, you must book an appointment and apply in person:

Visit: VFS Turkey – UK
Fill visa form, prepare documents (see below)
Book an appointment at VFS center

📑 Required Documents

Visa application form
Passport (valid at least 6 months)
UK BRP / visa (valid 6+ months)
Passport-size photo
Flight ticket (real booking)
Hotel booking or invitation letter
Bank statements (last 3 months)
Travel insurance
Employment/student letter

💳 Visa Fees

e-Visa: ~$60 (USD)
Sticker Visa: varies by country (~£120 total incl. VFS)

❌ Common Rejection Reasons

Using fake hotel or flight bookings
Insufficient financial documents
Previous visa refusals or overstays