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United Kingdom visa requirements for Turkish citizens

Turkish citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, from its embassy or consulate.

Passport

TUR

Türkiye

Going to

GBR

United Kingdom

Visa needed

A visa for holidays, family visits and other allowed short trips.

Visa: Required
Fee: £135
Last updated: 11 November 2026

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Some countries make entry easier if you hold a valid visa or residence permit from another country.

Special rules for Turkish citizens in United Kingdom

Turkish passport holders need a UK visa

Apply online, pay the fee, then attend a visa centre appointment.
Most applicants must give fingerprints and a digital face photo.
Visa in an old passport? Bring both old and new passports.
A visitor visa for stays up to six months costs £135.
Most visa applications are decided within three weeks.

What to do

Find the United Kingdom's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.

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Ways into United Kingdom

Visit for a holiday or to see friends and family.

Visa required For your passportStandard Visitor visaA visa for holidays, family visits and other allowed short trips.
Fee
£135
Entries
Multiple
How to apply
1. Apply online and pay the fee.
2. Upload your documents.
3. Visit a visa centre for identity checks.
4. Wait for a decision before travel.
Documents required
- Passport valid throughout your stay
- Visit plans
- Proof of money
- Proof you will leave
- Certified English or Welsh translations
- Fingerprints
- Decisions usually take 21 days after identity checks and documents.
- Check your visa: some allow only 1 or 2 entries.
Official page
eVisaAccess your eVisaAn online record for people already granted UK immigration permission.
Fee
Free
Processing
0–1 days
How to apply
1. Get the UK permission you need.
2. Create or sign in to your UK immigration account.
3. Check your eVisa and link your current passport.
4. Travel with the linked passport or travel document.
Documents required
- Passport or travel document
- Access usually works at once; allow 1 day after linking.
- Your visa sets your stay and entry rules; an eVisa adds no permission.
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Embassies for this trip

Book an appointment before you go.

All embassies

Embassy
British Embassy Ankara
Şehit Ersan Caddesi No: 46/A
gov.uk
Consulate general
British Consulate General Istanbul
Istanbul
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Consulate
British Vice Consulate Antalya
Antalya
gov.uk

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Coming from Türkiye

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MoneyGBP £
Time−11h
DrivingOn the leftLook right first
LanguageEnglish
Emergency999 or 112 police

Planning your United Kingdom trip

Best time to go: Outdoor activities are possible all year. Summers are generally warm and damp, while winters are generally mild, but northern Scotland's mountains can have heavy snow.

LondonThe capital has palaces, museums and major attractions such as the London Eye.
Edinburgh and CardiffBoth cities have medieval castles, and Edinburgh is also known for its festivals.
Bath and YorkThese historic cities offer places to explore Britain's Roman history.
Lake District National ParkThis scenic national park is a World Heritage site recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.

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