Turkey Visa for Nepalese Citizens: e-Visa Requirements

Nepalese citizens need a visa to travel to Türkiye. However, Nepalese passport holders who meet specific conditions may qualify for a Turkey eVisa for tourism or commerce. A key requirement is holding a valid visa or residence permit from a Schengen country, the United States, the United Kingdom, or Ireland. Other conditions must also be met.

Do Nepalese Citizens Need a Visa for Turkey?

Yes. Nepalese citizens using ordinary passports need a visa to enter Türkiye. Some travelers can obtain a conditional Turkey eVisa online if they have an eligible supporting visa or residence permit and meet the other requirements shown by the official Türkiye e-Visa system. Otherwise, they must use the appropriate visa route through a Turkish diplomatic or consular mission.

Are Nepalese Citizens Eligible for a Turkey e-Visa?

Nepalese citizens are conditionally eligible for a Turkey eVisa. Eligibility is not automatic for every Nepalese passport holder. The Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that Nepalese passport holders with a valid Schengen, U.S., UK, or Irish visa or residence permit may obtain a single-entry e-Visa, provided they meet the applicable conditions.

The e-Visa is intended for eligible travel for tourism or commerce. Travelers going to Türkiye for work, study or another purpose requiring a different authorization should use the appropriate visa route through Turkish authorities.

Who can apply for a Turkey e-Visa?

A Nepalese passport holder may be able to apply online when the traveler:

• holds the passport required for the application;
• has a qualifying supporting visa or residence permit;
• is traveling for a purpose covered by the e-Visa, such as tourism or commerce; and
• satisfies all additional conditions displayed by the official e-Visa application system for the planned trip.

Because the requirements are conditional, travelers should check the current criteria before submitting a Turkey eVisa application from Nepal.

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What supporting visa or residence permit is required?

For Nepalese passport holders using this conditional route, the supporting document must be a valid visa or residence permit from:

• a Schengen member country;
• the United States;
• the United Kingdom; or
• Ireland.

The supporting visa or residence permit must remain valid on the date the traveler enters Türkiye. A previously used or unused single-entry visa can serve as a supporting document as long as its validity covers the date of entry.

An e-Visa issued by another country does not qualify as the supporting visa for this purpose.

Travelers should check the official Türkiye e-Visa application flow before applying because additional eligibility conditions can apply to the individual application.

Who needs to apply for a regular Turkish visa?

A Nepalese citizen who does not meet the conditional e-Visa requirements should not assume that an online e-Visa is available.

For ordinary passport holders, the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs also identifies a visa route through Turkish diplomatic or consular missions. Travelers who need a visa for work, study or another purpose outside tourism or commerce must also use the appropriate mission-based visa process.

The exact documents and procedure depend on the visa category and the Turkish mission handling the application.

Turkey e-Visa Requirements for Nepalese Citizens

The most important Turkey eVisa requirements for Nepalese citizens concern the passport, qualifying supporting document, purpose of travel and the additional conditions presented during the official eligibility check.

Passport requirements

The passport details entered in an e-Visa application must correspond to the passport used for travel. If a traveler obtains a new passport after receiving an e-Visa, a new application may be necessary because the issued document is connected to the passport information supplied during the application.

Türkiye's Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises travelers to have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival. Turkish entry law also generally requires a travel document to remain valid for at least 60 days beyond the permitted duration of stay, subject to applicable exemptions.

Supporting visa or residence permit

A Nepalese applicant relying on the conditional e-Visa route must have the qualifying Schengen, U.S., UK or Irish visa or residence permit required for the application.

The supporting document must still be valid when the traveler enters Türkiye. Applicants should check its expiry date against their intended arrival date rather than assuming that a document valid when they submit the application will remain sufficient for travel.

Travel requirements

A Turkey eVisa is intended for eligible tourism or commercial travel. It does not replace a work visa, student visa, residence authorization or another purpose-specific Turkish visa.

Applicants should follow the current official application flow for their intended travel date. If that system requires evidence concerning travel arrangements, accommodation, carrier or other trip details, the traveler must meet the conditions shown for the application.

Other eligibility conditions

Conditional e-Visa rules can include requirements beyond the supporting visa or residence permit. Nepalese applicants should therefore complete the current eligibility check using their actual passport and travel details rather than relying on a general checklist.

Do not submit an application on the assumption that possessing a Schengen, U.S., UK or Irish visa or residence permit alone guarantees e-Visa eligibility.

How to Apply for a Turkey e-Visa from Nepal

For a Nepalese citizen who meets the current conditional eligibility requirements, the online process generally involves:

1. Check e-Visa eligibility. Confirm that your Nepalese passport, supporting document, travel purpose and trip meet the conditions applicable to the e-Visa.
2. Enter your application information. Provide your identity, passport and travel details accurately.
3. Check passport details carefully. Names, passport number and other identifying information should match the passport you will use to enter Türkiye.
4. Provide requested documents or information. Complete any supporting-document requirements applicable to your case.
5. Review the charges and application. Check the information and applicable government and service charges before payment.
6. Submit the application. Turkish authorities determine whether an e-Visa is issued.
7. Check the issued e-Visa. If approved, verify that the e-Visa details correspond with your passport and travel information before departure.

Eligible applicants who want private application assistance can continue to the Turkey eVisa application form.

TurkeyImmigration.org is a private visa application assistance service and is not affiliated with the Government of Türkiye. Eligible travelers may also apply through the official government e-Visa portal.

Turkey e-Visa Validity and Length of Stay

The Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs currently describes the conditional e-Visa available to qualifying Nepalese passport holders as a single-entry e-Visa valid for one month.

Visa validity and permitted stay are different concepts. The validity period determines when the visa can be used, while the permitted stay determines how long the traveler is authorized to remain in Türkiye.

Because the exact application result and conditions should be confirmed for the individual traveler, check the official Türkiye e-Visa system before relying on a specific permitted-stay calculation for travel planning.

An e-Visa also does not guarantee admission. Turkish border authorities make the final decision on entry when the traveler arrives.

Turkey Visa Fees and Processing

The total amount paid when using a private visa assistance service can contain more than one type of charge.

Government e-Visa fee: This is the applicable charge associated with the Turkish e-Visa application. The amount can depend on the applicant and current official rules. Check the amount displayed for the application rather than relying on an older published fee.

Turkey Immigration Services fee: Applicants who choose TurkeyImmigration.org may pay a separate commercial service or administrative fee for application assistance. Available service or processing options and their charges should be reviewed before payment.

You can check applicable Turkey visa fees and review current Turkey eVisa processing options.

Commercial processing or handling time is not the same as a government decision time, and neither visa approval nor a particular processing time should be treated as guaranteed.

TurkeyImmigration.org is an independent commercial visa application assistance service. It is not the Government of Türkiye, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, an embassy, or a consulate. Eligible travelers may apply directly through Türkiye's official e-Visa system, while Turkey Immigration Services may charge commercial service fees for application assistance in addition to applicable government fees.

Turkey Visa FAQs for Nepalese Citizens

Can Nepalese citizens get a Turkey eVisa?

Yes, but eligibility is conditional. Nepalese passport holders with a valid visa or residence permit from a Schengen country, the United States, the United Kingdom or Ireland may qualify for a single-entry Turkey eVisa if they also satisfy the other applicable conditions. Applicants should verify all current requirements before applying.

Can I get a Turkey eVisa with a Schengen visa?

A valid Schengen visa can serve as the required supporting document for a qualifying Nepalese applicant. The supporting visa must remain valid on the date you enter Türkiye. Having a Schengen visa alone does not remove the need to satisfy the other conditions applicable to the e-Visa application.

Can I use a U.S., UK or Irish residence permit to apply?

A valid residence permit from the United States, United Kingdom or Ireland can be a qualifying supporting document for the conditional e-Visa route available to Nepalese passport holders. A qualifying Schengen residence permit may also be used. The document must remain valid when you enter Türkiye.

Can another country's eVisa be used as my supporting visa?

No. The official Türkiye e-Visa guidance states that an e-Visa issued by another country is not accepted as the supporting visa. Applicants relying on conditional eligibility need an acceptable visa or residence permit that meets the official criteria.

What if I do not have a qualifying supporting visa or residence permit?

If you do not meet the Turkey eVisa requirements for Nepalese citizens, use the appropriate Turkish visa route instead of submitting an ineligible e-Visa application. The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that ordinary Nepalese passport holders can obtain visas through Turkish diplomatic or consular missions, subject to the applicable mission requirements.

Can Nepalese citizens use a Turkey eVisa for work or study?

No. Türkiye's e-Visa system is for eligible tourism and commerce travel. Nepalese citizens intending to work, study or travel for another purpose requiring separate authorization should apply through the appropriate Turkish embassy or consulate route.

Does an approved Turkey eVisa guarantee entry?

No. An approved e-Visa authorizes eligible travel under its conditions but does not guarantee admission to Türkiye. Turkish border authorities make the final entry decision, so travelers should carry the passport used for the application and any documents required under their e-Visa conditions.

Check before applying: Verify your Turkey eVisa eligibility using your passport and current travel circumstances.