Turkey Visa

Who must have a student visa?

A student visa is required to register as a student in Turkey. Exceptions are those who are legal dependents of someone in Turkey on a diplomatic visa or with a work visa. Students who come to Turkey without student visa will not be able to register as a student nor will get residence permits.

How do I get a student visa?

Student visas must be obtained from a Turkish Consulate, generally the one nearest your place of residence. Student visas cannot be obtained within Turkey. You must take, or mail, a copy of your "Letter of Acceptance" from Turkish Naval Academy and a completed visa application form to the Turkish Consulate. They will provide you an application form upon request.

It takes around eight weeks from the time you submit your application until you receive your visa. The visa will be stamped in your passport. When you receive your visa check to see that it is a "student visa".

What about the Acceptance?

The Registrar’s Office sends a Letter of Acceptance, in English, to applicants who have been accepted to Turkish Naval Academy.

How long is a student visa valid?

Although a time limit will be stamped on your visa, the student visa will be valid as long as you are enrolled in school.