Visas & Documents

Can you apply for a Schengen visa in Istanbul without a residence permit?

Applying for a Schengen visa in Istanbul without a Turkish residence permit is possible but risky — consulates prefer applicants from their country of residence. Transit through IST airport generally doesn't require passport control, but check airline rules carefully.

2 sources · 1 day ago

Does a visa run to Northern Cyprus reset the 60-day stay limit in Turkey?

A trip to Northern Cyprus technically counts as leaving Turkey, but border officers may not always reset your 60-day stay. If you have a pending residence permit with 'eksik evrak' status, leaving before the deadline avoids fines.

2 sources · 4 days ago

Do they take fingerprints at Istanbul airport passport control?

Fingerprinting at Istanbul airport is not routine for all travelers yet, but it does happen in certain cases. Turkey plans to roll out the system for all arrivals.

1 source · 4 days ago