Do German citizens need a visa for Türkiye?
The official link goes to mfa.gov.tr. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Türkiye entry rules for German citizens.
| Verdict | Visa-free |
|---|---|
| Document | None |
| Stay | 90 days in any 180 |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a German passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Türkiye entry requirements.
The details for a German passport.
Ordinary and official passports. Turkish MFA: citizens of countries admitted on national ID cards under the European Agreement on movement of persons are exempt from the 60-day validity rule; check with your airline before travelling on an ID card. Passport must be valid at least 60 days beyond the permitted stay (150 days on arrival for a 90-day stay).
How long it must be valid.
Turkish law (Law 6458, since 1 Jan 2015): passport must be valid at least 60 days beyond the visa, e-Visa or visa-exempt stay, i.e. at least 150 days on arrival for a 90-day stay. The MFA advises 6 months from arrival. US State Dept quotes 6 months; airlines may apply stricter rules. Holders of diplomatic/official passports and of national ID cards admitted under the European Agreement are exempt from the 60-day rule.
Recent changes in Türkiye.
- 2026-01-02 — China: ordinary passport holders visa-exempt for tourism and transit, 90 days in any 180 (previously e-Visa).
- 2026-04-17 — Australia: ordinary passport holders visa-exempt for tourism and transit, 90 days in any 180 (previously e-Visa). Unilateral; not reciprocated.
The short answers.
Do German citizens need a visa for Türkiye?
No. German citizens don’t need a visa for Türkiye for stays of 90 days in any 180.
How long can German citizens stay in Türkiye?
90 days in any 180. Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do German citizens apply?
On the official site, mfa.gov.tr. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Türkiye visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.