Yes, Indian citizens holding a valid Schengen, USA, UK or Ireland visa or residence permit can get a Turkey e-visa for tourism purposes. The e-visa must be obtained before travelling, and the application is completely online.

No, Indian citizens cannot obtain a visa on arrival in Turkey. They must apply for a visa in advance.

Indians can apply for the following types of Turkish visas:

• Tourist visa: A tourist visa allows Indians to visit Turkey for leisure and sightseeing. It is primarily for short-term stays(up to 30 to 90 days, depending on the type of visa- e-visa or sticker).

• Working visa: A working visa permits Indians to reside and work in Turkey legally. It is essential for individuals seeking employment with a Turkish employer.

• Internship visa: This visa is for interns and individuals engaged in specific cultural or scientific activities in Turkey.

• Transportation visa: The transportation visa is issued for individuals involved in logistics and transport activities in Turkey. It can include multiple entries and is particularly relevant for truck drivers.

• Archaeological excavation, exploration, and documentary purpose visas: These visas are intended for individuals conducting archaeological research, filming and scientific studies in Turkey.

Here are the Turkey e-visa requirements for Indians:

1. A scanned copy of your passport, valid for at least 6 months from arrival in Türkiye.

2. A valid visa from a Schengen country, the USA, or the UK.

A valid visa from a Schengen country, the USA, or the UK is needed, and the Schengen Visa must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of application and cover the entire duration of the planned trip.

No, your passport must be valid for at least six months from your arrival date in Turkey. If your passport is close to expiring, you should renew it before applying for the visa.

Yes, travel insurance is mandatory when entering Turkey. While it is not required during the e-visa application process, you must have valid travel insurance that covers medical expenses, repatriation, and other potential incidents when entering the country.

If your new travel dates fall within the validity period of your Turkey e-visa, you can use it to enter the country without any issues. However, if your planned entry date is beyond the Valid until date specified on your e-visa, you must obtain a new e-visa before travelling.

No, the purpose of your visit cannot be changed after the Turkey e-visa is issued. If your travel purpose changes, you must apply for a new visa that reflects the correct purpose. 

Note: A Turkey e-visa is only valid for visits related to tourism and commercial purposes. For other visits, such as study or work, you need to apply for a visa at the nearest Turkish embassy.

You can easily track the status of your Turkey e-visa online using the PostMyVisa Turkey visa status tracking tool.

The visa fee is non-refundable when you apply directly with the embassy. However, at PostMyVisa, we refund the entire visa fee in case your visa is rejected, or we can reapply it again on your behalf for free.

No, if you made a mistake on your Turkey visa application and the issued e-visa information does not match your travel document, your e-visa is invalid, and you will need to apply for a new one before travelling.

Note: It's essential to take your time and double-check all details carefully when applying, as any inaccuracies can lead to visa rejection and issues at entry.

Yes, if your Turkey e-visa application is rejected when applying through PostMyVisa, the fee will be refunded, subject to applicable terms and conditions.

Authorised by the government: Postmyvisa is authorised by the United Arab Emirates government to handle your visa application.

Easy to use: PostMyVisa is easy to use and allows you to apply for your visa in under 10 minutes, allowing for a seamless process.

Convenient document upload: You can easily upload your photo and passport by either selecting files from your device or using the camera on your smartphone or laptop.