Last reviewed: May 2026
TL;DR- VFS Global handles Turkish sticker visa applications for UK residents who cannot use the Turkey e-Visa system.
- Most UK residents going to Turkey for tourism can apply online at evisa.gov.tr without contacting VFS.
- VFS is required for long-stay, study, work and family residence visas, plus for nationalities not eligible for e-Visa.
- UK centre is usually based in London. Verify current location at vfsglobal.com before travelling.
- VFS does not decide visas. The Turkish Consulate makes the decision.
Address and Contact Details
VFS Global runs the Turkish visa application centre in the UK on behalf of the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey and the Turkish Consulate General. The centre is based in London.
To find the current Turkey visa centre address, open vfsglobal.com/Turkey/UnitedKingdom. The portal lists the exact address, postcode, opening hours and contact details.
Verify the current Turkey visa centre address at vfsglobal.com/Turkey/UnitedKingdom before travelling. Turkey-specific contact numbers and emails are published on the same portal.
Countries and Visa Types Handled
VFS Global processes Turkish sticker visa categories not available through the e-Visa portal. These include:
- Tourist visa for nationalities not eligible for the e-Visa.
- Business visa for purposes not covered by e-Visa.
- Student visa.
- Work visa.
- Family residence visa.
- Short-term residence and other long-stay categories.
- Sea crew and special transit visas.
UK passport holders who want to visit Turkey for tourism or short business trips of up to 90 days within 180 days can usually apply online at evisa.gov.tr. The e-Visa is paid for in pounds or euros and emailed almost instantly in most cases. Use VFS only if your category does not qualify for e-Visa or you specifically need a sticker visa.
How to Book an Appointment
- Open vfsglobal.com/Turkey/UnitedKingdom and create an account.
- Complete the online visa application form linked from the portal.
- Pay the consular visa fee and VFS service fee online.
- Book your appointment slot at the London centre.
- Print the appointment letter with barcode.
Appointment availability is tightest during the summer travel season and around major Turkish public holidays.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
- Printed appointment letter with barcode.
- Current passport with at least 60 days validity beyond the intended stay end date, and at least one blank page.
- Signed application form.
- Two passport-style photographs to Turkish specification (50mm x 60mm, biometric).
- Proof of UK residency (BRP, vignette, settled status, or utility bill).
- Documents for your visa category: hotel and flight bookings for tourism, university acceptance letter for student visa, employer or contract for work visa, marriage or birth certificates for family residence visa.
- Bank statements for the past three months.
- Travel insurance for the duration of stay (where required).
Processing Times and Fees
Turkish visa consular fees vary by nationality and visa type. The VFS service fee in the UK adds to the consular fee. Premium processing add-ons such as SMS updates and courier passport return are available at extra cost.
Processing time for a standard sticker visa is typically 5 to 15 working days, though this can be longer for work, student and family residence visas which require additional consulate checks. Tourist e-Visas, by contrast, often issue in minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a sticker visa or can I use an e-Visa for Turkey?
Most UK passport holders can use the e-Visa for tourism and short business visits at evisa.gov.tr. Sticker visas via VFS are needed for long stays, study, work and family residence.
How long is the Turkey e-Visa valid?
The standard e-Visa for UK nationals is typically valid for 180 days from the date of arrival with a permitted stay of up to 90 days within that 180-day period. Check evisa.gov.tr for current terms.
Can I extend my stay inside Turkey?
Extensions and short-term residence permits are handled by Turkey's Directorate General of Migration Management inside the country, not by VFS in the UK.
Do my children need their own e-Visa?
Yes. Every traveller, including infants, needs their own e-Visa or sticker visa.
What if my e-Visa application is denied online?
If the e-Visa system rejects you (for example because your nationality is not eligible), you will need to apply for a sticker visa through VFS Global.
How We Verified This
We cross-referenced the VFS Global Turkey UK portal, evisa.gov.tr, the Turkish Embassy in London and gov.uk foreign travel advice for Turkey. Fees and category eligibility change, so we have pointed readers to the official portal for live information.
