Processing Overview
| e-Visa Processing | Usually 1–3 days (eligible applicants only) |
| e-Visa Condition | Valid US, UK, Schengen or Ireland visa or residence permit |
| Sticker Visa | Applied for at the Turkish visa application centre |
| Service Type | Eligibility check, application & bookings |
Required Documents
Nigerians can only use the Turkey e-Visa if they hold a valid US, UK, Schengen or Ireland visa or residence permit. Everyone else applies for a sticker visa through the Turkish visa application centre. We check which route applies to you.
How It Works
Eligibility Check
We confirm e-Visa or sticker visa
Document Prep
We review and prepare your documents
We Submit
Online e-Visa or visa centre appointment
Receive Visa
Get your visa and fly
Turkey Visa for Nigerians — 2026 Guide
How Nigerians get a Turkey visa
There are two routes. If you already hold a valid US, UK, Schengen or Ireland visa or residence permit, you can apply for the Turkey e-Visa online — it is single-entry and allows up to 30 days. If not, you apply for a sticker visa through the Turkish visa application centre in Nigeria.
Turkey Visa Requirements for Nigerians
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Valid supporting visa or residence permit (e-Visa only)
- Return flight and hotel booking
- Bank statement (sticker visa)
- Photographs and application form (sticker visa)
Why Nigerians Visit Turkey
- Istanbul’s history, food and shopping
- Cappadocia hot-air balloons
- Beach resorts in Antalya
- Medical tourism and business trips
How Bowagate Travels Helps
- Checking whether you qualify for the e-Visa
- Preparing your sticker visa file if you don’t
- Booking flights, hotels and travel insurance
Turkey Visa FAQs
No. Only Nigerians with a valid US, UK, Schengen or Ireland visa or residence permit can use the e-Visa. Others need a sticker visa.
Up to 30 days, single entry.
No. The supporting visa or residence permit must still be valid. You would need to apply for a sticker visa.
Document review, application support, flight and hotel bookings and travel insurance. Contact us for a quote based on your trip.