Student visa for Türkiye

What the visa asks for, and who each item applies to.

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Study permit

For every level of study

Government fee: $60
Living costs to show: $3,000 a year
Usual processing: 2 weeks
Apply: 6 weeks before the start

What you need

Required DocumentsDocument
• Application Form & Appointment: Online pre-application form and mandatory interview appointment booked via the Consular Automation System. • Passport: Valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date in Türkiye. • Biometric Photos: Two 5x5 cm biometric photos. • University Admission: Official acceptance letter from a Turkish university. • Tuition & Fees: Receipt for tuition payment or proof of a scholarship/bursary. • Financial Proof: 6-month bank statement and/or sponsor asset certificates, alongside a notarized sponsorship letter with a copy of the sponsor's ID. • Travel & Accommodation: Paid travel/medical insurance covering the stay, plus flight bookings/tickets and proof of accommodation. • Civil & Legal Records: Birth certificate, criminal record (police clearance certificate), and medical examination results. • Visa Fee: $60 non-refundable single-entry fee (paid in cash at the interview).
Applies to everyone

Rules from http://www.konsolosluk.gov.tr/

Checked by ScholarVoya’s visa team on Nov 1, 2026

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Guidance to help you prepare, not a promise of a visa: only the government decides. Requirements change; always check the official page before applying.