Turkish Passport Visa-Free Countries (2026)
You've found the perfect flight deal, your leave is approved, and then you hit the wall: a restrictive embassy visa application. We've all been there.
But what if you didn't have to apply at all? Turkish passport holders can visit 70 countries visa-free, 37 with visa on arrival, and 28 with an eVisa — 135 destinations accessible without a traditional embassy visa application. The remaining 59 of 194 tracked destinations require a full visa.
Turkey's passport punches well above its weight — visa-free access across Latin America, the Balkans, Central Asia, and much of East Asia makes it one of the strongest in its region.
Last verified: March 2026
Access at a Glance
| Visa Status | Destinations | Share | |---|---|---| | Visa Free | 70 | 36% | | Visa on Arrival | 37 | 19% | | eVisa | 28 | 14% | | Visa Required | 59 | 30% | | Total | 194 | |
Over half of all destinations (70%) are reachable without a traditional visa application. The 59 visa-required countries typically include destinations in Western Europe, North America, and Oceania — though a residence permit can change that significantly.
Visa-Free Destinations (70 Countries)
No application, no fee at the border. Present a valid Turkish passport and enter.
| Country | Region | |---|---| | Albania | Southern Europe | | Antigua and Barbuda | Caribbean | | Argentina | South America | | Azerbaijan | Caucasus | | Bahamas | Caribbean | | Barbados | Caribbean | | Belarus | Eastern Europe | | Belize | Central America | | Bolivia | South America | | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Southern Europe | | Botswana | Southern Africa | | Brazil | South America | | Brunei | Southeast Asia | | Chile | South America | | Colombia | South America | | Costa Rica | Central America | | Dominican Republic | Caribbean | | Ecuador | South America | | El Salvador | Central America | | Equatorial Guinea | Central Africa | | Eswatini | Southern Africa | | Fiji | Oceania | | Gabon | Central Africa | | Gambia | West Africa | | Georgia | Caucasus | | Germany | Western Europe | | Guatemala | Central America | | Haiti | Caribbean | | Honduras | Central America | | Hong Kong | East Asia | | Indonesia | Southeast Asia | | Iran | Middle East | | Jamaica | Caribbean | | Japan | East Asia | | Kazakhstan | Central Asia | | Kyrgyzstan | Central Asia | | Libya | North Africa | | Malaysia | Southeast Asia | | Mauritius | East Africa | | Mexico | North America | | Moldova | Eastern Europe | | Mongolia | East Asia | | Montenegro | Southern Europe | | Morocco | North Africa | | Nicaragua | Central America | | North Macedonia | Southern Europe | | Oman | Middle East | | Panama | Central America | | Paraguay | South America | | Peru | South America | | Philippines | Southeast Asia | | Romania | Eastern Europe | | Saint Kitts and Nevis | Caribbean | | Saint Lucia | Caribbean | | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Caribbean | | Sao Tome and Principe | Central Africa | | Serbia | Southern Europe | | Singapore | Southeast Asia | | South Africa | Southern Africa | | South Korea | East Asia | | Sri Lanka | South Asia | | Syria | Middle East | | Thailand | Southeast Asia | | Trinidad and Tobago | Caribbean | | Tunisia | North Africa | | Uruguay | South America | | Uzbekistan | Central Asia | | Vanuatu | Oceania | | Venezuela | South America | | Zambia | Southern Africa |
Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, and Argentina headline a diverse visa-free list that spans four continents, with strong coverage across the Balkans and Central Asia.
Visa on Arrival (37 Countries)
No advance application required. You receive your visa at the immigration counter on arrival — bring your passport, return ticket, and any applicable fee.
| Country | Region | |---|---| | Algeria | North Africa | | Armenia | Caucasus | | Bangladesh | South Asia | | Burundi | East Africa | | Cambodia | Southeast Asia | | China | East Asia | | Comoros | East Africa | | Czech Republic | Central Europe | | Djibouti | East Africa | | DR Congo | Central Africa | | Egypt | North Africa | | Ethiopia | East Africa | | Guinea-Bissau | West Africa | | Iraq | Middle East | | Ivory Coast | West Africa | | Jordan | Middle East | | Kuwait | Middle East | | Laos | Southeast Asia | | Lebanon | Middle East | | Madagascar | East Africa | | Maldives | South Asia | | Mozambique | Southern Africa | | Nepal | South Asia | | Palau | Oceania | | Papua New Guinea | Oceania | | Rwanda | East Africa | | Saudi Arabia | Middle East | | Senegal | West Africa | | Sierra Leone | West Africa | | Solomon Islands | Oceania | | South Sudan | East Africa | | Sudan | North Africa | | Tanzania | East Africa | | Timor-Leste | Southeast Asia | | Tonga | Oceania | | Tuvalu | Oceania | | Zimbabwe | Southern Africa |
Indonesia, Cambodia, the Maldives, and several Middle Eastern states offer visa on arrival, expanding options across Southeast Asia and the Gulf.
How a Residence Permit Changes Your Access
A residence permit from a major economy can flip dozens of visa-required destinations to visa-free. The impact varies dramatically by permit.
| Residence Permit | Destinations Unlocked | New Visa-Free Total | Notable Additions | |---|---|---|---| | Schengen (e.g., Germany) | 35 | 105 | France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland | | Ireland IRP | 8 | 78 | Czech Republic, Finland, Ireland, Saudi Arabia | | UK BRP | 6 | 76 | United Kingdom, France, Egypt, Saudi Arabia | | US Green Card | 5 | 75 | United States, Canada, Egypt, Saudi Arabia |
A Turkish passport with a Schengen residence permit brings your visa-free count from 70 to 105 — a 2x increase. Even a US Green Card adds 5 destinations to easier access. Check your exact combination on VisaRadar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries can Turkish passport holders visit without a visa?
135 destinations are accessible without a traditional embassy visa — 70 visa-free, 37 with visa on arrival, and 28 with an eVisa. The remaining 59 of 194 countries require a full visa application. Check the current map on VisaRadar.
Which visa-free country is most popular with Turkish travelers?
Japan (visa-free since 2023), South Korea, Thailand, and Malaysia are the most popular visa-free destinations for Turkish travelers. The Balkans (Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Albania) and Central Asia (Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan) are also heavily traveled.
Does a residence permit help Turkish passport holders travel?
Yes, significantly. A Schengen residence permit is typically the biggest upgrade, unlocking dozens of additional destinations including all of Western Europe. A US Green Card, Canada PR, and UK residence also add meaningful access. Check your exact combination on VisaRadar.
How does the Turkish passport compare to other passports in VisaRadar's data?
At 70 visa-free destinations, the Turkish passport is the strongest in this cohort and competitive globally. A Schengen residence permit pushes access to 105 destinations, adding all of Western Europe.
Do visa-free rules change frequently?
Yes. Countries regularly update visa policies — bilateral agreements, security concerns, and diplomatic shifts can change access overnight. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official immigration website before booking travel.
Visa rules change frequently. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official embassy or immigration website before booking travel. Data from VisaRadar's database, last verified March 2026.
Explore your passport + residence permit combination on the VisaRadar interactive map to see exactly where you can go.