Islamabad (TDI): Turkiye has introduced a streamlined e-visa service for Pakistanis travelers, allowing them to apply for visas without demanding to visit Turkish consulates or embassy.
The e-visa service is operational from October 2024. Any Pakistani who hold valid visas or residence permits from Schengen countries, the USA, the UK, and Ireland can apply through e-services.
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To file application for the visa, Pakistani applicants need to follow a simple three-step process:
Application: Visit the official e-visa website evisa.gov.tr to start the application.
Payment: Fill in the required details and pay the visa fee of $60 using a credit or debit card (Mastercard, Visa, or UnionPay).
Download: After successful processing, applicants will receive a link to download their e-Visa, which will also be sent to their email for convenience.
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Moreover, applicants are required to provide proof of a return ticket and hotel reservations.
Financially, travelers must show a minimum of $50 for each day of their stay in a bank statement or as required. A 30-day trip must present a bank statement reflecting at least $1,500.
This new e-visa option is expected to facilitate easier access for Pakistani tourists eager to explore Turkiye’s rich cultural heritage and scenic landscapes.
Pakistan and Turkiye enjoys brotherly ties with cooperation in various sectors. The two countries strives to enhance people-to-people contacts between them.
