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Do British Citizens Need a Visa for Turkey?

Checked October 19, 2026 · British ordinary passport · tourism and short visits

Short answer

No visa needed · 90 days

British citizens can visit Turkey without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism or short business trips.

How to enter

Only apply on the official evisa.gov.tr website; many look-alike sites charge extra fees.

Official website: Republic of Türkiye official e-Visa website

Before you travel

  • Make sure your British passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has blank pages.
  • Carry a return or onward ticket, your hotel booking and proof that you can pay for your stay; border officers can ask for them even when no visa is needed.
  • Check whether your airline needs to see your visa or authorization at check-in; many will refuse boarding without it.
  • Visas for work, study or long stays follow different rules from the tourist rules on this page.

Visa rules for Turkey by passport

PakistanVisa required
IndiaVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
EgyptVisa required
United StatesVisa-free · 90d
United KingdomVisa-free · 90d

Frequently asked questions

Do British citizens need a visa for Turkey?

No visa needed. British citizens can visit Turkey without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism or short business trips.

How long can British citizens stay in Turkey?

Up to 90 days per visit without a visa.

Where do British citizens apply for a Turkey visa?

Use the official website: Republic of Türkiye official e-Visa website (www.evisa.gov.tr). Avoid unofficial sites that charge extra service fees.

How many countries can British passport holders visit without a visa?

British passport holders can visit 120 countries visa-free and 43 more with a visa on arrival or eTA.

Based on the Passport Index dataset with our verified corrections for recent rule changes, last reviewed October 19, 2026. Entry rules change often and depend on your passport, purpose of travel and onward tickets. Always confirm with the official website or embassy before you book.