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Turkey visa for Bangladeshi citizens
Bangladesh 
Turkey Bangladesh passport holders need to obtain a visa from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling to Turkey.
Yes, a visa is required
- Entry requirement
- Visa required
- Maximum stay
- Set by the visa
- Apply before travel
- Yes
- Last updated
- February 2026
How to apply
Checked November 2026⚠️ The Turkish foreign ministry and its consulates warn that many commercial sites copy the look of evisa.gov.tr, add service charges or issue fake e-Visas, and are not linked to the government. Use only the official links below.
Sticker visa from a Turkish embassy or consulate (needed for work/study, or for nationals not eligible for the e-Visa)
- Fee
- Varies by nationality and mission
- Processing
- Set by the issuing mission
At the border
- Many nationalities (including US, Canada, UK, Australia and EU ordinary passports) can visit without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period; check your own country's entry on the MFA list.
- Your passport must remain valid for at least 60 days beyond the end of your permitted stay; the ministry advises six months from arrival.
- The e-Visa covers tourism and commerce only; work and study visas come from Turkish missions abroad.
- No residence permit is needed for stays of up to 90 days on a valid visa or exemption.
- Some nationals (for example Indian ordinary passport holders) qualify for a one-month e-Visa only if they hold a valid Schengen, US, UK or Irish visa or residence permit.
Recent changes
- January 2026: ordinary passport holders of the People's Republic of China became visa-exempt for up to 90 days in 180 days (effective 2 January 2026).
- January 2026: the MFA notes that border-gate visa issuance for Greek Cypriot Administration passport holders ended on 2 January 2026.
Official source: Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Visa information for foreigners · Not yet confirmed officially: evisa.fee: exact amount per nationality (portal is a script-driven app; amount only shown during application), evisa.validity: exact validity period in days (commonly cited as 180 days, not confirmed on the portal text), evisa.stay: full list of 30-day vs 90-day stay allowances by nationality, evisa.processing: stated processing time, consularVisa.fee
What Bangladesh passport holders need to do
- Find the embassy, consulate or visa application centre that covers where you live.
- Complete the application form and gather your documents: passport, photos, itinerary, proof of funds and accommodation.
- Book an appointment, pay the fee and give biometrics if they are required.
- Wait for the decision before you book non-refundable travel.
Bangladesh is one of 81 passports in the “visa required” group for Turkey. See the full Turkey visa requirements for every passport.
Easier alternatives in Asia for Bangladesh passport holders
Turkey is one of 113 destinations in the “visa required” group for the Bangladesh passport, which ranks #90 worldwide with a mobility score of 36. Of 49 destinations in Asia, 6 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.
Frequently asked questions
Do Bangladeshi citizens need a visa for Turkey?
Bangladesh passport holders need to obtain a visa from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling to Turkey.
Can Bangladeshi citizens get a visa on arrival in Turkey?
No. Bangladesh passport holders must obtain a visa before travelling to Turkey.
Do Turkey citizens need a visa for Bangladesh?
Turkey passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh, so no application is needed before travelling.
Turkey visa requirements for other passports
Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Turkey before you book.