GoTürkiye Visa Requirements

Visa Entry

1、 Visa

（1） Electronic visa: At the beginning of 2015, Türkiye began to implement electronic visa for Chinese citizens who go to Türkiye for tourism and short-term business investigation, which is convenient and fast. As long as you enter the website of the Turkish Republic's electronic visa application system (www.evisa. gov. tr/en/) and fill in the application form as required, and pay a visa fee of $60, you can obtain an electronic visa (one entry, 30 days' stay). It should be noted that the validity of the applicant's passport should be more than half a year.

（2） Materials required for applying for business visa: the original of the invitation letter issued by the Türkiye company and certified by its Chamber of Commerce (the name of the invitee, passport number, purpose and date of the visit, the name and position of the person in charge of the inviting company shall be indicated, and the person in charge of the inviting company shall sign and affix the official seal); The original English dispatch letter from the Chinese company certified by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade; Copy of the business license of the Chinese company certified by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade; Valid passport and copies (if you have ever been to Türkiye, you need to provide copies of old passport and old visa); Copy of Chinese resident ID card; A recent 2-inch color photo without a crown.

（3） Materials required for applying for work visa: the original letter of invitation from the employment company in Türkiye (indicating the working time limit and specific position of the invitee in Türkiye, which shall be signed and sealed by the person in charge of the company, indicating the date); Valid passport and photocopy; Copy of Chinese resident ID card; A recent 2-inch color photo without a crown. The work permit and work visa shall be applied for in China at the same time. The Turkish employment company shall submit the required forms and documents to the Ministry of Labor and Social Security of Türkiye within 10 working days after the applicant submits the application to the Turkish embassy and consulate in China. After obtaining the work permit approved by the Ministry of Labor and Social Security of Türkiye, the applicant can go to the Turkish embassy and consulate in China to apply for a work visa. Information and forms related to the documents required to apply for work permits can be found on the website of the Ministry of Labor and Social Security of Türkiye at www.csgb.gov.tr.

（4） Materials required for applying for a study visa: Original and photocopy of the school's admission registration notice; Notarized copies of the applicant's graduation certificate or degree certificate; The receipt or bank remittance payment proof and photocopy of the registration fee; Bank deposit certificates from both parents or legal guardians of the applicant, as well as notarized copies in both Chinese and English of the economic guarantee letter issued by them; Notarized certificate of no criminal record of the applicant; emdical certificate; Valid passport and photocopy; Copy of Chinese resident ID card; A recent 2-inch color photo without a crown.

（5） Visa exemption: Chinese citizens who hold diplomatic, official passports and official passports to Türkiye are exempted from visa application. Stay for up to 30 days at a time. The Turkish Cabinet passed a decree in October 2011 to amend the relevant provisions on the duration of foreigners' stay in Turkey, changing the duration of foreigners' stay in Turkey to "no more than 90 days within 180 days", which took effect on February 1, 2012. This regulation also applies to visa free passport holders. Visa free individuals must have their visa stamp stamped by the Turkish authorities at the port of entry to determine their entry time. For those who have a visa free period and a visa validity period of less than 90 days, if necessary, they can apply for an extension to 90 days within the territory of Turkey.

（6） Türkiye does not implement landing visa for Chinese citizens, and it is not necessary to apply for a visa if an international flight does not leave the airport within 24 hours of transfer.

2、 Entry and exit

The holder of a valid residence permit in Türkiye can enter and leave the country for many times without visa.

For more details, please refer to the website of Türkiye Embassy in China http://beijing.emb.mfa.gov.tr .

Customs epidemic prevention and control

1、 Customs

（1） Customs regulations

1. Restrictions on bringing in items: cigarettes not exceeding 600, light cigars not exceeding 100 (each containing no more than 3 grams), cigars not exceeding 50, and tobacco not exceeding 250 grams; Spirits not exceeding 1 liter; No more than 5 bottles of perfume, cosmetics, etc. (no more than 600ml per bottle); Tea should not exceed 1 kilogram, instant coffee should not exceed 1 kilogram, coffee should not exceed 1 kilogram, chocolate should not exceed 1 kilogram, and sugar based foods should not exceed 1 kilogram.

2. Prohibited items for entry: firearms and other weapons and equipment, betel nut, controlled drugs and psychotropic substances, firecrackers or fireworks, publications with obscene content, various pirated publications (including CDs or videotapes, etc.), any inciting or rebellious items, endangered wildlife and their derivative products.

3. Restrictions on outbound articles: raw materials of sepiolite, large quantities of commemorative coins from Türkiye, fragments and stones of ancient buildings in historical archaeology and tourist attractions.

（2） Concise Q&A on Customs Regulations

1. Can passengers bring their own mobile phones tax-free?

Answer: Yes, carrying a mobile phone is tax-free. If you stay in Türkiye for more than 120 days, you need to register with the local communication service provider and pay a certain registration fee.

2. What is the exemption for tourist souvenirs?

Answer: Except for transit passengers, non-commercial items carried and freely circulated by passengers for personal and family use or as gifts can enjoy tax exemption. Exemption applies to items with an actual total value not exceeding 430 euros per passenger. For passengers under the age of 15, the amount is 150 euros.

3. Can travelers bring food with souvenir properties?

Answer: Passengers carrying certain herbal products for consumption are exempt from customs duties. In this context, fresh and dried fruits and vegetables weighing no more than 3 kilograms, as well as other herbal products weighing no more than 1 kilogram, are exempt from tariffs.

According to the bulletin No. 2012/11 issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry on the entry rules for individual transport of animal products, meat and dairy products cannot be carried or sent into Türkiye.

4. Can passengers carry precious metals, gemstones, and other items?

Answer: Passengers are allowed to bring into the country precious metal and gemstone jewelry with a value not exceeding $15000 that does not have commercial purposes. If the jewelry purchased from Türkiye with high value is taken out of the country, it shall be declared in advance.

（3） Related websites:

Customs Guide of the Ministry of Commerce of Türkiye: https://gumrukrehberi.gov.tr/anasayfa .

2、 Quarantine inspection

Türkiye's quarantine regulations are similar to those of most countries. All quarantine work must be completed at the time of entry. Animals and plants that do not meet the regulations are not allowed to enter.

To understand the relevant regulations, please refer to the website: https://www.pettravel.com/immigration/turkey.cfm .

Residency and Naturalization

1、 Residence

The duration of stay for a one-time entry visa is the duration indicated on the visa page.

The Turkish Cabinet passed a decree in October 2011 to amend the relevant provisions on the duration of foreigners' stay in Turkey, changing the duration of foreigners' stay in Turkey to "no more than 90 days within 180 days", which took effect on February 1, 2012. This regulation also applies to visa free passport holders. Visa free individuals must have their visa stamp stamped by the Turkish authorities at the port of entry to determine their entry time. For those who have a visa free period and a visa validity period of less than 90 days, if necessary, they can apply for an extension to 90 days within the territory of Turkey.

If you plan or have to stay in Türkiye for more than the allowed period, you need to obtain the approval of the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Interior of Türkiye and apply for a residence permit. Residence applications generally require three conditions to be met: verifiable place of residence, proof of living income, and payment of medical insurance.

Foreigners who have long-term residence in Türkiye, such as employment and study abroad, need to apply for a residence permit at the local immigration office. The residence permit should be applied for at the local immigration office within 30 days after arriving in Türkiye. The applicant generally needs to provide a work permit, a work visa, a study visa or a research visa, and a letter explaining his/her details (such as whether to work, study, and marry a citizen of Türkiye). Once you have obtained a residence permit in Türkiye, you can enter Türkiye for many times within the validity period of the residence permit without having to apply for an entry visa again. If it is necessary to extend the residence permit, the extension or renewal procedures should be processed in a timely manner before the expiration date. If the residence permit is about to expire or has expired, it needs to be extended before leaving Türkiye. Cost: Please check the website https://www.goc.gov.tr/belge-bedeli-ve-harc-miktari . Students studying and working in Türkiye must apply for the corresponding type of residence. Unlicensed employment will result in deportation. Foreigners who have exceeded their visa stay but have not applied for a residence permit may face fines, non re-entry and other penalties when leaving the country. Specific details can be queried https://www.goc.gov.tr/ikamet-izni-cesitleri Website.

2、 Naturalization

Türkiye's Nationality Law came into force in 1964. The important provisions include: (1) adopting the principle of combining bloodline with birthright in granting original nationality. Article 1 stipulates that "a child born by a Turkish father or mother in or outside Türkiye shall be a Turkish citizen from the date of birth.". However, those who hold dual citizenship and have resided continuously outside the territory for more than seven years without providing proof of their formal contact with the territory or retaining their nationality will lose their nationality. Türkiye has more than 2 million immigrants in Germany, most of whom have dual Turkish German nationality. (3) The principle of voluntary application and government approval shall be adopted for the acquisition or withdrawal of nationality. Article 21 stipulates that "those who request to renounce their nationality or join a foreign nationality shall submit an application to the local highest administrative officer or the embassy or consulate outside the territory, and the agency shall submit the necessary case file to the Ministry of the Interior

Foreigners who meet the corresponding conditions such as living in Türkiye for five consecutive years and marrying Turkish citizens can apply for Türkiye nationality. For details, please refer to the website of the General Administration of Population and Nationality of the Ministry of the Interior of Türkiye.

Türkiye has 6 orange (high risk) regions, and other regions are yellow (medium risk). Specifically, as follows:

1、 Orange region: 6 provinces including Hatay, Gaziantep, Kilis, Shangle Urfa, Mardin, and Shernak. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reminded Chinese citizens to travel cautiously to the above-mentioned areas in Türkiye in the near future. They have closely followed the development of the situation in local personnel and institutions, maintained high vigilance, strengthened security precautions and emergency preparedness, and ensured personal and property safety. In case of emergency, please report to the police in a timely manner and contact the Chinese embassy or consulate in the local area.
2、 Yellow region: Other regions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reminded personnel in other parts of Türkiye to strengthen prevention and pay attention to security. In case of emergency, please report to the police in a timely manner and contact the Chinese embassy or consulate in the local area.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and overseas embassies and consulates will continue to closely monitor changes in the overseas security situation, dynamically adjust relevant risk assessments, and release and update corresponding security reminders in real time on platforms such as the China Consular Service Network. Please continue to pay attention.

public security

Türkiye's society is generally stable, but in 2022, the explosion on Independence Street in Istanbul caused 6 deaths and 81 injuries. In 2023, another bomb attack occurred in front of the gate of the General Security Department of the Ministry of Interior in Ankara. Chinese citizens in Turkey need to strengthen safety precautions and minimize going to crowded places. Istanbul has a large and complex floating population, so it is important to pay attention to theft prevention when traveling. Do not carry unidentified items for strangers when entering or leaving the country. Recently, there have been many illegal recruitment and fraud traps targeting Chinese citizens. When it comes to transfers and recruitment, we should be vigilant and beware of being deceived.

natural disaster

Türkiye is located in the northern Anatolian fault layer between the Eurasian plate and the African plate, which is an earthquake prone area. From 1999 to 2023, there were 11 consecutive earthquakes with a magnitude of 6.0 or above, among which earthquakes with a magnitude of 7.0 or above occurred in 1999, 2011, and 2023. In 2023, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake occurred in Kahraman Maras, resulting in 50000 deaths and 100000 injuries.

Pay close attention to the warning information issued by the local government, raise vigilance, and pay attention to preventing earthquakes and other secondary disasters. In case of danger, please remain calm, follow the arrangements of local police and on-site command personnel, and transfer to a safe area as soon as possible. In case of casualties and difficulties, please contact the embassy and consulate in Türkiye in time.

FDA

Türkiye attaches importance to food hygiene and safety.

Urgent Help

Medical: 112.

Fire alarm: 110.

Bandit police: 155.

The Contact Center for Foreigners of the Immigration Administration: 157 or 0090-312-1571122 (24-hour immigration, residence permit and other advisory services).

● Emergency contact information for consular protection of embassies and consulates in the country: Embassy in Türkiye: 0090-538 821 5530; The consular assistance hotline of the Consulate General in Istanbul is 0090-531 338 9459.

air traffic

1、 Round-trip flights to and from China

Since 2023, the frequency of flights from Türkiye to China has gradually returned to normal. There are direct flights from Istanbul to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu and other places.

2、 Domestic flights in Türkiye

Please refer to Türkiye Airlines website.

3、 Main airports

（1） Istanbul Airport; Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport;

（2） Ankara Esenboga International Airport.

land transport

The roads in Türkiye are in good condition and are the main land transportation mode.

Refer to the website of the car rental company:

http://www.hertz.com.tr/ ；

http://www.europcar.com/car-TURKEY.html

Refer to the website of the long-distance bus company:

http://www.turkeytravelplanner.com/trans/Bus/top_firms.html

Chinese driver's license cannot be used locally, and cars drive on the left and right. The traffic rules are basically the same as in China.

water communication

Istanbul, Izmir, Mersin and Samson are the main seaports in Türkiye.

Please click here https://turkeytravelplanner.com/special/yacht/index.html Understand reference information.

Urban transportation

The public transportation system in Türkiye is general. Istanbul, Ankara and other cities have subways, which is convenient for taxis.

Please click herehttps://turkeytravelplanner.com/Maps/ist_metro_map.html  Understand the Istanbul Metro system.

Please click herehttps://turkeytravelplanner.com/?s=Ankara +train Understand the Ankara subway system.

Please click herehttps://turkeytravelplanner.com/trans/localtransport/localtaxi.html  Understand taxi information.

major city

Istanbul, please click here https://turkeytravelplanner.com/go/Istanbul/index.html .

Ankara, please click here https://turkeytravelplanner.com/go/CentralAnatolia/index.html .

Izmir, please click here https://turkeytravelplanner.com/go/Aegean/index.html .

Antalya, please click here https://turkeytravelplanner.com/go/med/index.html .

Commodity prices

1、 Products

Türkiye has the largest planting area of wheat and barley, and cotton and tobacco are important export commodities. Narrow coastal areas produce hazelnuts, seedless grapes, raisins, and fruits (including citrus, lemon, and cantaloupe), as well as vegetables for foreign markets. In pastures with perennial grass, sheep, a small amount of cattle, and goats can be grazed. Iron ore, coal, lignite, bauxite, and copper provide raw materials for important emerging industries in the country. Türkiye is a major producer of chromite, most of which is used for export.

2、 Price of goods

Prices in Türkiye have been rising in recent years with great changes.

3、 Currency

The currency in circulation in Türkiye is the Türkiye lira (TL). Recently, the exchange rate of Türkiye has changed greatly, so it is recommended to check it in real time.

There is no specific limit on the number of foreign currency entry in Türkiye. You can take 25000 Türkiye lira or 10000 euros or equivalent currency out of the country. Foreign currency can be exchanged at all hotels at the airport.

4、 Tax rate

The VAT rate in Türkiye is mainly as follows: 1% for daily necessities such as flour, vegetables and beans; The tax rate for basic consumer goods such as food, beverages, and shampoo is 8%; Furniture, electronic products, luxury goods, etc. account for 20%.

5、 Banking and financial services

There are many banks in Türkiye, and the traditional deposit and loan business is convenient. The government has strict regulations on financial derivative products.

Insurance Medical

1、 Medical conditions

Türkiye has good medical conditions, and doctors in large and medium-sized hospitals can generally speak English. The medical expenses are relatively high, and the local government recommends individuals to purchase medical insurance.

2、 Common diseases

According to the website of the Turkish government, typhoid, malaria, hepatitis and other epidemic diseases occasionally occur in rural areas of Türkiye, but the public health conditions in large and medium-sized tourist cities are good. The tap water is purified by chlorination, but it still needs to be boiled before drinking.

3、 Medical insurance

The Turkish government requires citizens to purchase medical insurance. Main insurance companies: Groupama Sigorta | Kafana Takma Sigortan Groupama

4、 Main hospitals

Istanbul: The main private hospitals in the city include Florence Nightingale Hastanesi, ACIBADEM Hastanesi, etc. The main public hospitals in the city include Istanbul Ü niversitesi Ç apa Tip Fak ü ltesi Allerji Ve İ mmunoloji Bilim Dal ı, Istanbul Ba ş ak ş ehir Ç am ve Sakura Ş ehir Hastanesi, etc; Ankara: Hacettepe Ü niversitesi Hastaneleri - HACETTEPE Ü N XuVERS XuTES XuHASTANELER Xu

5、 Pharmacy

Turkish pharmacies are ECZANE, all over the streets.

Customs taboos

1、 Major Festivals

New Year's Day (January 1), Türkiye Solidarity Day and Children's Day (April 23), National Father's Day and Youth Movement Day (May 19), National Victory Day (August 30), Muslim Ramadan, Eid al Fitr/Sugar Festival, National Independence Day (October 29), Eid al Adha/Eid al Adha.

Reminder: The 3-day Sugar Festival and the 4-day Eid al Adha are the longest official holidays in Türkiye. All shops and markets are closed on the first day of the two festivals.

2、 List of working hours

Government agencies: 8:30-12:30 13:30-17:30;

Bank 9:00-12:30 13:30-17:00 (closed on Saturdays and Sundays);

General store: 9:30-17:00;

Shopping center: 10:00-22:00;

Tourist attractions: 10:00-16:00.

3、 Summer Time

Türkiye belongs to the Greenwich time zone+3 position. Before 2016, Türkiye alternately implemented daylight saving time (5 hours time difference from China) and winter time (6 hours time difference from China). Since 2016, the implementation of daylight saving time throughout the year will not change.

4、 Customs taboos

Türkiye is an Islamic country, and religious customs and taboos should be respected. Entering the mosque requires taking off shoes and maintaining silence, while women must wear headscarves and long robes (skirts).

Turks are hospitable and courteous. Small gifts can enhance the friendship between new friends. Most Turks above the middle class consider themselves Europeans.

English is not widely used in Türkiye. In addition to sightseeing hotels, restaurants or shops, it is better to have a Turkish translation for business negotiations.

Turks highly revere General Kemal, the father of their country. Both companies and government agencies hang Kemal's photos.

The bills of high-end hotels and restaurants have been charged with a 10% -15% service fee, but it is customary to still pay a certain tip.

Communications Power

The telecommunications industry in Türkiye is basically monopolized by Turkcell, Vodafone and other large companies, with high prices. Chinese mobile phones can be used in Türkiye, but within 120 days of entering the country with foreign mobile phones, you must register with the local communication service provider and pay a certain registration fee.

Please refer to Turkcell'le Ba ğ lan Hayata（ https://www.turkcell.com.tr ）, visit the Turkcell website of Türkiye National Telecommunication Company.

The voltage in Türkiye is 220 V, and the plug is a two hole round plug, which is a continental European standard.

contact information

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye: http://www.mfa.gov.tr/ .

Statistics Türkiye: http://www.turkstat.gov.tr .

Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Türkiye: http://www.kultur.gov.tr .

Information of Embassy and Consulate in Türkiye

1、 Embassy in Türkiye

Territory: 71 provinces excluding the consulate general's territory.

Location: Ferit Recai Ertugrul Cad, No.18, Oran, Ankara。

Office hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-12:30, 14: 30-18:30.

Website: http://tr.china-embassy.org/chn/ .

Phone: 00903124900660.

Fax: 0090 312 446 4248.

Email: chinaembassy_tur@mfa.gov.cn .

Consular document business opening hours: 9:30-12:00 every Monday to Friday (excluding holidays).

Consular document consultation hotline: 0090-312-4900870 (Monday to Friday, excluding holidays: 9:00-12:00, 15:00-18:00).

Consular Document Business Consultation Email: ankara@csm.mfa.gov.cn .

2、 Consulate General in Istanbul

Territory: 10 provinces including Istanbul, Balikesir, Bursa, Canakkale, Edirne, Kirklaleli, Kocaeli, Tekirdag, Yalova, Manisa, etc.

Office location: Ahi Ç elebi Cad Çoban Çeşme Sok. No:4, Tarabya, Sarıyer, İstanbul。

Office hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-12:30, 14: 30-18:30.

The opening hours for Chinese citizen consular document services are: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (excluding holidays), 09:30-12:00, 14:30-17:00.

Opening hours of foreigner visa application service center: 9:00-12:00, 13:00-15:00, Monday to Friday

Visa consultation hotline: 0090-212 276 0701 (China Visa Application Service Center, Monday to Friday (excluding holidays): 9:00-12:00, 13:00-14:00), fax: 0090-212 276 0702.

Visa Center Email: istanbulcenter@visaforchina.org

Consulate General's website: http://istanbul.china-consulate.gov.cn/chn/

Consular Document Consultation Website: http://istanbul.chineseconsulate.org/chn/lsfw/zjfw/  

Consular Document Business Consultation Email: istanbul@csm.mfa.gov.cn

Consular document consultation hotline (passport, travel documents, notarization and authentication, etc.): 0090-212 299 2855 (Monday to Friday, except for holidays: 10:00-12:00, 14:30-16:30).

Fax: 0090-212 299 2633

Consulate General's email: chinaconsul_ist_tr@mfa.gov.cn