Turkey eVisa for South African citizens: How to apply

If you’re planning a trip to Turkey, securing your Turkey eVisa as a South African citizen is a must. Whether you're planning to explore the rich history of Istanbul or relax along the coast, applying for your eVisa is quick and simple with our help.

Do South African citizens need a Turkey eVisa?

Yes, South African citizens must apply for a Turkey eVisa before entering the country.

The eVisa allows multiple entries and is valid for 180 days from the date of issue. Each stay cannot be longer than 30 days.

The eVisa is free and ideal for tourism. If you plan to stay longer than the eVisa allows, you will need to apply for a residence permit. You can find more details on the Presidency of Migration Management website.

Learn more about the Turkey eVisa

Turkey eVisa difficulty rating: Easy

The Turkey eVisa process has a difficulty rating of 3/100. The form consists of only 4 questions, and the whole process takes less than 15 minutes to complete.

Despite the low difficulty rating, many South African travelers have struggled with the ”When do you arrive in Turkey?” question when filling out the application form. To avoid complications, make sure to provide the exact arrival date that matches your flight information.

How to get a Turkey eVisa from South Africa with us

We’ve made applying for your Turkey eVisa easy and accessible. Here are the steps to get started:

• Step 1: Visit our website or use the iVisa app to provide your personal and travel details.

• Step 2: Review your information, select a processing option that fits your schedule, and complete the payment using a credit/debit card, PayPal, or Venmo.

• Step 3: Complete the rest of the application form and submit it.

Once your eVisa is approved, we’ll send it to your email. Be sure to print a copy and save a digital version on your mobile device for your trip.

Why South Africans love using iVisa

We’ve processed thousands of Turkey eVisas for South Africans, and all the eVisa applications we have processed have been approved (we have a 0% rejection rate).

"Applying for the Turkey eVisa was simple and quick with iVisa. Their instructions were clear, and I received my visa without any issues. The best part was how fast the whole process was." — Thabo, South Africa

Turkish embassy in South Africa

If you need consular assistance for your Turkey eVisa, you can contact the Embassy of Turkey in Pretoria.

Address: 573 Fehrsen Street, Nieuw Mucklenuck, Pretoria, South Africa

Phone: +27 12 342 60 53 / 54

A handy guide to your arrival in Turkey

To help you get off to a smooth start on your trip to Turkey, we've prepared detailed guides for several major airports across the country:

• Guide to Istanbul Airport (IST)

• Guide to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW)

• Guide to Antalya Airport (AYT)

• Guide to Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB)

• Guide to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)

We’re here to help

If you have any questions about your Turkey eVisa or need support with your application, our customer service team is available to assist you. Contact us via WhatsApp or iVisa chat.