Turkey Visa Application Guide for Bangladesh Passport Holders

Turkey Visa Information for Bangladeshis

Turkey has a lot of delights lying in cities like Istanbul with fun activities in places like Zeugma (world’s largest mosaic museum) and its Spice Bazaar for shopping.

If you are a Bangladeshi who has obtained an international passport and is eligible for the visa application, then you will find here detailed information for a smooth trip to Turkey.

Turkey Visa Types, Processing Time & Duration

VISA TYPE PROCESSING TIME DURATION OF STAY
Transit visa 8 Days 48 Hours
Tourist Visa 8 Days 90 Days
Work Permit 30 Days 30 Days
Student Visa 8 Days Determined by course of study
Residence Permit Within 90 Days 6 Month Upward

General Requirements for a Turkish Visa

  • A Turkey visa application form
  • An international passport with a minimum of 2 unused pages and valid for at least 60 days after visa expiry.
  • Original receipt of visa fee payment.
  • Two coloured passports (2.5 x 2.5 inches) with a white background
  • Proof of financial stability such as bank statements for the past 3 months
  • Travel itinerary

Turkish Transit Visa

  • This visa is issued to Bangladeshis who have to travel through Turkey to another country.
  • An onward ticket is required to get this visa.
  • An electronic visa (e-Visa) is required if an individual plan to pass through immigration or stay overnight in Turkey.
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Turkish Tourist Visa

  • This visa type is for Bangladeshis who travel to Turkey for tourism and business purposes
  • To qualify for a tourist visa you must prove that your purpose of the visit is temporary.
  • It is advised to apply for a tourist visa at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee enough time for processing before travel.

Turkish Work Permit

  • This visa is issued to professionals from all industries that have received job offers for key positions in Turkish companies.
  • Applicants for a work permit must have the following documents:
    • Work permit application form addressed to the Ministry of Labor and Social Security.
    • Tax authority approved balance sheet and a profit and loss statement for the past year.
    • A notarized power of attorney and employee work contract with the Turkey company.

Turkish Student Visa

  • This visa type is for Bangladeshis who are accepted into Turkish Educational Institutions.
  • A student visa is issued at the Turkish consulate in Bangladesh
  • Aside from the general requirements, student visa applicants are required to provide a copy of an acceptance letter from a Turkish educational institution

Turkish Residence Permit

  • This visa is for Bangladeshis who wants to remain in Turkey for longer than 90 days.
  • A typical resident permit application forms contain:
    • Applicant’s Information
    • Travel Document Information
    • Contact and Permanent Address
    • Place of education and work
    • Main address and contact in Turkey
  • This visa can be extended
  • Extension application should be submitted online within 60 days before the residence permit expires.

Turkey Visa Fees

Visa Type Visa Fees (USD)
Transit Visa 20
Tourist Visa 100
Work Permit 120
Student Visa 80
Residence Permit 70
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Turkey Visa Application Centres in Bangladesh

LOCATION ADDRESS PHONE NUMBER
Dhaka House No 7, Road No 2, Baridhara, Dhaka, Bangladesh. (+880) 2 882 2198
(+880) 2 882 3536
Chittagong ‘Shama’ Batali Hills, Chittagong, Bangladesh (+880) 3 120 3084
(+880) 3 122 0191

Commonly Asked Questions about Turkish Visa

Can I get a visa on arrival to Turkey?

Unfortunately, Bangladeshis currently can’t apply for a Turkey Visa on Arrival.

When will I receive my e-Visa after the application has been completed?

After your visa application has been successfully completed, you will be given a link to download your e-Visa and it will also be mailed you as well.

Where can I pay for the visa fees?

You can pay for your visa fees at the visa application centre.

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