How Much is Turkey Visa Fees in Nigeria (Naira)?

Residing in Nigeria and estimating your Turkish travel expenditure without narrowing it down to Nigerian currency is the wrong move. The reason is not far-fetched; you might encounter conversion discrepancies or get overwhelmed with other currencies.

That is why this post is about informing you on how much Turkey visa fees cost in Nigerian Naira. Not only that, I will answer more questions surrounding traveling to Turkey from Nigeria while helping you with the correct funding in your local currency.

Turkey has three major types of visas with specific fees. The fees depend on how long you will stay in the country and the purpose of your travel. Here is a list of Turkey visa fees available to Nigerians.

• Single entry visa costs 115,200 Nigerian Naira
• Multiple entry visa costs 381,600 Nigerian Naira
• Double entry visa 232,200 Nigerian Naira

The Embassy might charge you an additional fee depending on your reason for travel. You may also need to part with more money if you use the e-visa route and want to fast-track your visa.

Turkish e-visa fee costs 90,000 Nigerian Naira. It will cost you 88,200 Nigerian Naira to rush the visa and get it in approximately 6-12 hours. Opting for the super rush option, a faster process costs 178,200 Nigerian Naira, and your e-visa comes in about 1-6 hours.

How long does it take to get a Turkish visa from Nigeria?

Nigerians get their Turkish sticker visa in about 15 working days. It is not the same as the e-visa you can get in hours.

Moreover, your visa can be delayed due to some unforeseen circumstances. The Embassy reserves the right to ask for more documentation if things don’t initially seem clear.

What documents do I need for Turkey visa?

Nigerians opting for a sticker Turkey visa need to gather these compulsory documents before approaching the Embassy or consulate. 

• Turkish visa application form. Ensure you correctly fill out the form.
• At least two recent passport photographs with high revolution. You must be looking straight into the camera.
• A valid Nigerian passport that will not expire for the next six months from the day of your travel. Your passport must have at least two blank pages for the stickers during submission. 
• Evidence of funds. This is to prove to the authorities that you can sustain yourself for the length of your stay in Turkey. Your calculations must tally with being able to spend 81,815 Nigerian Naira, which is equivalent to 50 Euros every day.
• You can show your proof of funds in bank statements, salary slips, spousal income, or a letter of support from your host who resides in Turkey. Suppose you are traveling as an invitee; you may not need to show your daily spending of 81,815 Naira because your host will do most of your feeding.
• Police clearance. This document shows that you are clean and certified by your country’s authority from criminal activities.
• Proof of flight bookings. Your flight tickets must be intact and show when you will exit the country.
• Proof of accommodation. Your accommodation proof may be a hotel reservation showing your full name, the name of the hotel, and the date you will move in and exit the hotel. Another proof of accommodation might be the home address of your host if you are coming with the invitation. The evidence must show your host’s address, identity, and your relationship with the host, such as a family member or friend.
• Insurance. You must prove that you are covered while in Turkey should you fall sick. Your proof must be medical and travel insurance.
• Your Turkey visa fees reciept

How do I know my visa is approved for Turkey?

After paying your Turkey visa fees and applying at the Embassy or consulate, you wait. Your visa will undergo various decision-making at the Embassy before releasing an update.

When your visa is ready, you will receive an email from the Embassy. Sometimes, it might come through an SMS, but you must be watchful not to miss it. However, you can decide to track your visa to know when it will be ready.

How do I track my Turkey visa application in Nigeria?

While waiting for your visa, you can track it and ensure you do not miss its arrival. To track your Turkey visa from Nigeria, visit the visa tracking website and enter your visa application number and the email you applied with, respectively, into the box on the website. Then, look at the blue ‘track’ button below the boxes, click on it, and begin tracking your Turkey visa.

Is Turkey visa part of Schengen?

As a Nigerian traveling to Turkey, you must apply for a Turkey visa. Either an online e-visa or at the Embassy or consulate for a sticker visa to Turkey. You do not need to apply for a Schengen visa, except that you are looking for a Schengen visa directly.

More so, having a Schengen visa that is still valid can fast-track your e-visa application. An expired Schengen visa is not going to be helpful in this case.

What to do if Turkish visa is rejected?

Visa rejection is not always a final decision, though your Turkey visa fees can not be refunded. That notwithstanding, so long as the information in your documents is correct and there is no solid reason for the rejection, you can apply again after 24 hours. Your second application can be accepted regardless of the first verdict. 

Does Turkey have an Embassy in Nigeria?

Of course, Turkey has an embassy in Nigeria, located in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. See the address below.

Plot 333 Diplomatic Drive, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria.

Email: embassy.abuja@mfa.gov.tr

Phone Number: 00 234 8036488981

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What happens if you overstay in Turkey after your visa expires?

You do not have to wait till your visa expires before exiting the country. However, staying back after your visa expires will attract some consequences that may greatly affect you in the future.

First, you may be fined heavily for this. Also, you may face deportation, and the worst is that you may be banned from entering the country for some years in the future.

In the long run, these consequences can affect travel to other countries.

Can I speak English in Turkey?

Yes, you can. However, most citizens speak Turkish because that is their official first language. Many people can speak and understand the English language in Turkey, especially in the big cities with tourist locations.

In Turkey, language is never a major barrier between the visitors and the residents. Except you travel to the inner local cities. 

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