Germany to Turkey tourist visa
Complete guide to visiting Turkey as a German citizen. No visa required for stays up to 90 days. Enter with passport or national ID card. Learn about entry rules, the 90/180-day limit, and what to do if you overstay.
- Visa
- Turkey Visa-Free Entry
- Fee
- Free
- Processing time
- No application required
- Length of stay
- Up to 90 days
Required documents
- Valid Travel Document — Enter Turkey with either a German passport or national ID card
- Entry and Exit Stamps — Your travel document must be stamped when entering and leaving Turkey
- 90/180 Day Rule Compliance — Your stay must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period
Common questions
- Do German citizens need a visa to visit Turkey?
- No. German citizens can visit Turkey for tourism without a visa for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. You can enter with either a German passport or national ID card (Personalausweis).
- Can I enter Turkey with my German national ID card?
- Yes. Germany is one of 21 countries whose citizens can enter Turkey using just their national ID card (Personalausweis). You do not need to bring your passport, though carrying both is recommended.
- How long can German citizens stay in Turkey without a visa?
- German citizens can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This is a rolling calculation, so the 180 days count from your first entry date.
- Can I enter Turkey with an expired German passport or ID?
- Yes. Turkey accepts German passports and national ID cards that have expired within the last 12 months. However, other countries you transit through may not accept expired documents, so plan accordingly.
- What are the passport validity requirements for Turkey?
- Your German passport must be valid for at least 60 days beyond your intended stay. For a full 90-day visit, this means 150 days of validity at entry. However, since Turkey accepts expired documents up to 1 year, this is a generous policy.
- Do I need an e-Visa if I am a German citizen?
- No. German citizens do not need an e-Visa. You can enter Turkey visa-free for tourism with just your passport or national ID card. The e-Visa system exists for nationalities that require one, but Germany is exempt.