Türkiye (Turkey) Visa for Pakistani Citizens
Türkiye is an easy first international trip from Pakistan: frequent one-stop flights from every major city, halal food everywhere and a mix of history, coastline and mountains. Istanbul and Cappadocia are the usual highlights, and getting a visa is manageable once you know which route applies to you.
Visa type: e-Visa / consulate sticker visa
Do Pakistani passport holders need a Türkiye visa?
Pakistani passport holders need a visa to visit Türkiye. You can use the online e-Visa only if you already hold a valid Schengen, US, UK or Ireland visa or residence permit, and it has to be a physical (sticker) visa or residence permit, not an e-visa from those countries. Without one, you apply for a sticker visa at the Turkish consulate or an authorised visa centre. These rules change, so confirm your exact eligibility on the official e-Visa portal or with the consulate before you apply.
Documents required for a Türkiye visa
The usual paperwork for a Türkiye visa application from Pakistan. Requirements vary by visa type — confirm the exact list for your case before you apply.
- Passport valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates, with blank pages
- Recent passport-size photos on a white background
- Confirmed return or onward flight booking
- Hotel booking or accommodation details for your whole stay
- Recent bank statements showing enough funds for the trip (roughly $50 per day of stay is a common yardstick)
- Travel or health insurance covering your dates in Türkiye
- For the e-Visa route, a valid Schengen, US, UK or Ireland sticker visa or residence permit (an e-visa from those countries is not accepted as support)
How to apply for a Türkiye visa from Pakistan
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Check which route applies to you
Check on the official e-Visa portal or with the Turkish consulate whether you qualify for the online e-Visa or need a sticker visa in person. For Pakistani passports the e-Visa route generally needs a valid sticker visa or residence permit from a Schengen country, the US, the UK or Ireland, so confirm the current rules first.
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Get your documents ready
Sort out a passport with at least six months validity, recent photos, confirmed flight and hotel bookings, bank statements and travel insurance. Keep clear scans and printed copies of everything.
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Apply online or at the consulate
For an e-Visa, apply only through the official government portal and fill in your details exactly as they appear in your passport. For a sticker visa, book an appointment and submit your file at the consulate or the authorised visa centre.
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Pay the fee and wait for the decision
Pay the official fee shown during your application. Fees and timelines vary, so don't rely on a fixed figure or a set number of days. Track your status and keep the payment receipt.
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Travel with your approval and supporting papers
Once approved, carry a printout of your e-Visa or your stamped passport, plus your bookings and insurance. Immigration in Türkiye may ask to see these on arrival.
Processing time
For eligible e-Visa applicants the approval often lands quickly, sometimes within a day or two and occasionally just hours, while consulate sticker visas usually take longer. Timelines shift with the season and application volume, so apply well ahead of your travel dates and check current processing times on the official portal or with the consulate.
Validity & stay
Türkiye tourist e-Visas for Pakistani passport holders are usually single-entry and let you stay a limited number of days within a fixed validity window (commonly up to 30 days within a 180-day window). Sticker visas from the consulate can differ. The exact length of stay and validity depend on the visa you are granted, so always read what is printed on your approval or sticker before you travel and do not overstay.
Tips to strengthen your Türkiye visa application
- Apply for the e-Visa only through the official government website, not through overpriced third-party sites that copy the design.
- Keep your flights and hotels refundable until your visa is approved, so a delay or refusal doesn't cost you.
- Carry printed copies of your visa, bookings and insurance for immigration, even if you also have them on your phone.
- Istanbul and Cappadocia get very busy in summer and over Eid, so plan and book your trip early for better fares.
Need help with your Türkiye visa?
Our Lahore-based visa team can review your documents and guide your Türkiye application. Talk to us before you book your flights and hotels.
Türkiye visa — frequently asked questions
How do I apply for a Turkey (Türkiye) visa from Pakistan?+
First check whether you qualify for the online e-Visa or need a sticker visa from the Turkish consulate. If you hold a valid sticker visa or residence permit from a Schengen country, the US, the UK or Ireland, you can usually apply online through the official e-Visa portal with your passport details; otherwise you book a consulate appointment and submit your documents there. Confirm your route on the official portal first, since the rules change.
How long does a Turkey visa take for Pakistani passport holders?+
It varies. The e-Visa can come through in a day or two, sometimes just hours, for eligible applicants, while consulate sticker visas usually take longer, especially in peak season. Apply well ahead of your travel dates and check the latest processing times on the official portal or with the consulate rather than relying on a fixed number.
What documents do I need for a Turkey visa from Pakistan?+
The usual set is a passport valid at least six months with blank pages, recent photos, confirmed return flights and hotel bookings, recent bank statements showing enough funds, and travel insurance. For the e-Visa route you'll also need a valid Schengen, US, UK or Ireland sticker visa or residence permit. Always confirm the current checklist before you apply.
Can I get a Turkey e-Visa on a Pakistani passport?+
Only in some cases. Pakistani travellers can use the online e-Visa if they already hold a valid Schengen, US, UK or Ireland visa or residence permit, and it has to be a physical (sticker) visa or residence permit, not an e-visa from those countries. Without one, you apply for a sticker visa at the consulate. These conditions change, so verify your eligibility on the official e-Visa portal before booking anything.
Can Travel.pk help me with my Turkey visa and flights?+
Yes. We can guide you on the documents and current requirements, and book your flights to Istanbul and onward travel within Türkiye. We don't issue the visa itself, so you'll always apply through the official portal or consulate, but we'll help you get the trip organised around it.