American tourists traveling to Turkey will no longer need a visa, making it easier to visit.
The new visa rules, which apply to both American and Canadian travelers, went into effect at the beginning of the month, tourism officials shared with Travel + Leisure. Previously, travelers needed to apply for an e-visa in advance of visiting to the tune of $51.50.
“Americans vacationing in Türkiye no longer require a visa to visit what has become one of America’s favorite overseas travel destinations,” Go Türkiye wrote in a statement shared with T+L. “2023 was the best year ever for American tourism to Türkiye, and with the cancellation of the visa requirement, 2024 is expected to be even bigger.”
Travelers who visit will still need a valid passport that doesn’t expire within six months of their entry into the country and with enough space for entry and exit stamps, according to the U.S. Department of State. Visa-free entry applies to ordinary passport holders…
