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Turkey Visa from Kochi, Kerala
There are two ways for an Indian passport holder to get a Türkiye visa: the quick online e-Visa if you already hold a valid US, UK, Schengen or Ireland visa (₹6,500 all-in with us), or the regular sticker visa through VFS Global in Kochi (₹22,500 all-in). Visa Xpert tells you which one you qualify for and handles the paperwork.
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Which Turkey visa do you need?
Pick the visa that matches your passport and travel history. Each page has the full checklist, fees and steps.
Quick answer
Indian citizens need a visa for Türkiye. If you hold a valid visa or residence permit from a Schengen country, the USA, the UK or Ireland, you can get a single-entry e-Visa online (valid one month, stay up to 30 days) for about US$43–51; Visa Xpert files it for ₹6,500 all-in. Everyone else applies for the sticker visa at VFS Global Kochi, decided by the Turkish Consulate General in Mumbai in about 10–15 working days; our all-in charge is ₹22,500 including the consulate fee.
Turkey visas compared
| Visa | Government fee | Processing time | Where to apply from Kerala | Visa Xpert charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist e-Visa Needs a valid US, UK, Schengen or Ireland visa | About US$43–51 (≈ ₹3,600–₹4,300), shown on evisa.gov.tr | Usually within a few hours; apply 48 hours+ before travel | Online only; no centre visit | ₹6,500 all-in, government fee included |
| Tourist sticker visa For everyone else | Consulate fee in rupees, revised with the exchange rate | About 10–15 working days after submission | VFS Global Türkiye centre, Kochi (decided by the Consulate General in Mumbai) | ₹22,500 all-in, consulate fee and VFS courier included |
| Business, work or study visa | Set by the consulate per category | Varies by category | VFS Global Kochi; some categories need consulate pre-approval | Ask us for a quote |
Checked on 4 November 2026. Government fees are shown in their original currency and converted at approximate rates; we confirm the exact total in writing before you pay.
Turkey visa at a glance
- e-VisaSingle entry · valid one month · stay up to 30 days · ₹6,500 all-in
- Sticker visaUsually single entry · stay up to 30 days · ₹22,500 all-in
- Processing timee-Visa: hours · sticker visa: about 10–15 working days
- Apply from Keralae-Visa online · sticker visa at VFS Global Türkiye, Kochi
e-Visa or sticker visa: how to choose
The rule is simple, but the details trip people up. This is how we decide with you in the first call.
Choose the e-Visa if
- You hold a valid Schengen, US, UK or Ireland visa or residence permit, valid on the day you enter Türkiye.
- Your trip is tourism or business and lasts 30 days or less.
- You enter Türkiye once; the e-Visa is single entry.
- You want approval in hours and no appointments.
Choose the sticker visa if
- You have no valid US, UK, Schengen or Ireland visa, or it expires before your trip.
- You want the consulate to consider a longer stay or multiple entries.
- You are travelling for work, study, family reunion or any purpose other than tourism and business.
- You prefer a visa in your passport that an airline can see at check-in.
Good to know
- Children need their own visa under either route.
- A US ESTA, Canada eTA or UK ETA is not a visa and does not qualify you for the e-Visa.
- Türkiye does not grant visa on arrival to Indian passport holders.
How we help with your Turkey visa
- Route checkYou tell us your travel dates and which visas you hold. We confirm e-Visa or sticker visa, and the exact cost.
- Checklist and reviewA short checklist for your route and profile. We review bank statements, leave letters and bookings before anything is submitted.
- Filinge-Visa: we apply on evisa.gov.tr and send you the PDF. Sticker visa: we fill in the pre-application form, write the cover letter and book your VFS Kochi slot.
- Until you flyWe track the application, check the visa against your passport and tell you what to carry at the airport.
Turkey visa: frequently asked questions
Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Turkey?
Yes. Indians need either an e-Visa (only if you hold a valid US, UK, Schengen or Ireland visa or residence permit) or a sticker visa from the Turkish consulate through VFS Global. There is no visa on arrival.
Which Turkey visas does Visa Xpert handle from Kochi?
The tourist e-Visa, the tourist sticker visa through VFS Global Kochi, and business, work and study visas on request.
How much does a Turkey visa cost from Kerala?
e-Visa: ₹6,500 per person all-in with us, including the government fee of about US$43–51. Sticker visa: ₹22,500 per person all-in, including the consulate fee and VFS courier. Travel insurance is separate.
How long does a Turkey visa take?
The e-Visa is usually approved within a few hours. The sticker visa takes about 10–15 working days after you submit at VFS Global Kochi; apply 3–4 weeks before travel.
Is there a Turkey visa centre in Kerala?
Yes. VFS Global runs a Türkiye visa application centre in Kochi. Kerala files are decided by the Consulate General of Türkiye in Mumbai. The e-Visa needs no centre visit at all.
How long can I stay in Türkiye?
Up to 30 days on the e-Visa, which is single entry and valid for one month. Sticker visas are usually also single entry with a 30-day stay; the consulate decides and prints the validity on the visa.
Can Visa Xpert guarantee my Turkey visa?
No. The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the consulate decides. We check your eligibility honestly first and make sure your file is complete and consistent.
Is Visa Xpert part of VFS Global or the Turkish consulate?
No. We are an independent visa consultancy in Kochi, in business since 2015. VFS Global only collects documents for the consulate.
Official sources
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye – visa information for foreigners
- Türkiye e-Visa portal (official)
- VFS Global – Türkiye visa application centres in India
Last checked: 4 November 2026. Government fees, exchange rates and processing times change; we re-check them before you pay.
Helpful visa guides
- Turkey Visa from Kerala: Complete 2026 Guide (VFS Kochi, Fees, Documents)e-Visa eligibility, sticker visa documents, fees and the VFS Kochi process.
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