Turkey Entry Requirements for German Citizens

Entry requirements for German citizens

Visa Free — no eVisa required for German citizens applies to German passport holders visiting Turkey. Your passport valid for at least 150 days (5 months) beyond date of entry into turkey. The maximum permitted stay is 90 days within any 180-day period.

Safety overview

Turkey has a safety score of 72 out of 100 in the DheeVoy safety database. This is a moderate safety rating — standard travel precautions apply.

Safest areas in Turkey

• Beyoglu Istanbul
• Kadikoy Istanbul
• Bodrum town centre
• Antalya Kaleici Old Town
• Cappadocia Goreme

Tourist scams to avoid in Turkey

• Shoe shine scam in Istanbul — dropped brush followed by demands for payment
• Carpet shop tours where taxi drivers receive commission
• Overpriced restaurant menus switched after ordering
• Unofficial currency exchange near Grand Bazaar offering above-market rates

Best months to visit Turkey

The best months to visit are April, May, September, October.

Before you travel

Always verify entry requirements with the official German government travel advisory and the Turkey embassy or consulate before booking. Visa rules and electronic travel authorisation requirements (such as ETIAS, ESTA, K-ETA and UK ETA) change frequently. German passport holders can enter Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Unlike most non-EU nationalities, German citizens do not need to purchase a Turkish eVisa — entry is granted free of charge at the border. Your passport must be valid for at least 150 days beyond your date of entry into Turkey. A valid German national ID card (Personalausweis) is also accepted for entry into Turkey as an alternative to a passport.