Turkey Visa Checklist for Nepali Citizens (All Visa Types Explained)

A. Common Documents (Required for ALL Visa Types)

These documents are mandatory regardless of visa category:

1. Visa Application Form – Manually filled (blue/black ink, block letters), signed

2. Original Passport – Valid at least 6 months beyond travel date; 2 blank pages

3. Biometric Photos – 2 photos (2.5 × 2.5 inch, white background, last 6 months)

4. Cover Letter – Purpose, itinerary, dates, finances, return plan

5. Flight Reservation – Round trip (booking acceptable; avoid ticket purchase pre-approval)

6. Accommodation Proof – Hotel booking or invitation letter (full stay)

7. Travel Insurance – Covers entire stay in Türkiye

8. Bank Statement – Last 6 months (recommended ≥ INR 1 lakh for tourist/business)

9. Income Proof – Salary slips/ITR/business income/pension (as applicable)

10. Passport Copies – First, last & previous visa pages

11. Civil Status Proof – Aadhaar & PAN (clear copies)

12. Previous Passports – If any

13. Authorization Letter – If applying via agent

B. Visa-Specific Checklists

1) Tourist Visa (Leisure / Family & Friends)

• Hotel booking or Invitation letter from host in Türkiye

• Host’s Turkish ID/Residence Permit, address proof (if invited)

2) Business Visa

• Business Invitation Letter (company letterhead, stamp, signature)

• Inviter’s company registration details

• Employer letter from Nepal (designation, salary, leave)

3) Medical Visa

• Hospital Acceptance/Invitation Letter (diagnosis, treatment, duration, cost)

• Medical reports/referral from Nepal

• Attendant documents (if traveling with patient)

4) Student Visa (Degree / Exchange)

• University Admission Letter

• Academic certificates & transcripts

• Tuition receipt/scholarship letter

• Accommodation (dorm/hostel/rental)

5) Language Course Visa

• Language Institute Acceptance Letter (course & dates)

• Tuition proof

• Study plan (brief)

6) Work Visa

• Approved Work Permit / Reference Number

• Job offer & employment contract

• Employer documents (Türkiye)

7) Montage Visa (Technical Installation)

• Turkish Company Invitation (project-based)

• Assignment letter from employer

• Technical qualifications/experience

8) Seaman (Seafarer) Visa

• CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate)

• Seaman employment/guarantee letter

• Vessel/port joining details

9) Research / Internship Visa

• Institution Invitation/Agreement

• Research proposal / Internship plan

• Supervisor & funding details

10) Film & Shooting Visa

• Official Filming Permission (Turkey authority)

• Project synopsis, crew & equipment list

• Turkish production partner letter

C. Fees & Payments (Important)

• Embassy Visa Fee: Starts from INR 5,210 (varies by entry/type)

• VFS Service Fees: Paid partly in NPR cash + INR bank transfer (by validity)

• Payment Rule: Demand Draft to “Türkiye Embassy Consular Account Number 409000401176” (New Delhi)

• Bank Commission: Add INR 295 for transfers

D. Processing Time

• Average: 10–20 working days (special visas: up to 30 days)

• Apply: Up to 60 days before travel (best: 4–6 weeks early)

E. Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Wrong visa category

• Date mismatches (hotel/flight/cover letter)

• Sudden bank deposits

• Weak invitation letters

• Incorrect Demand Draft details

Final Takeaway

Use this checklist to prepare a clean, consistent file tailored to your visa type. Most Turkey visa refusals for Nepali citizens are avoidable when documents are accurate, finances are transparent, and the right visa category is chosen.