Turkish visa for Canadian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Canadian passport holders visiting Turkey for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Canadian citizens to enter Turkey for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Turkey e-visa for Canadian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Turkey visa on arrival for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
Turkey tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Canadian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Turkey.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Turkey.
If you are looking for Turkey visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Canada, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Turkey nearest your place of residence.
- Ottawa: The Embassy of Turkey in Ottawa, Canada (Working hours: Close now)
- Montreal: The Permanent Mission of Turkey in Montreal, Canada (Working hours: Close now)
- Calgary: The Consulate General of Turkey in Calgary, Canada (Working hours: Open now. Close in 52 minutes)
- Vancouver: The Consulate General of Turkey in Vancouver, Canada (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 52 minutes)
- Toronto: The Consulate General of Turkey in Toronto, Canada (Working hours: Close now)
Turkey visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Turkey diplomatic mission offices to Canada for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Canada traveling to Turkey from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Canada) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 80,384 | N/A |
| 2009 | 79,572 | -1.01% |
| 2010 | 78,760 | -1.02% |
| 2011 | 85,255 | 8.25% |
| 2012 | 80,384 | -5.71% |
| 2013 | 77,948 | -3.03% |
| 2014 | 82,819 | 6.25% |
| 2015 | 81,196 | -1.96% |
| 2016 | 82,819 | 2.00% |
| 2017 | 77,948 | -5.88% |
| 2018 | 77,136 | -1.04% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Turkey & Canada comparison
Turkey's area is approximately 769,630 km2 (297,155 sq mi), while the area of Canada is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi). This means Canada is 11.82 times bigger than Turkey.
As of April 2024, Turkey's population is ~88.0 million people - 48,930,476 more people than the population of Canada.
We have highlighted Turkey & Canada’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Turkey | Canada | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 88,016,250 | 39,085,774 | 48.9 million more people live in Turkey than Canada |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 235 | 144 | Turkey has 91 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Canada. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 68 | 129 | Turkey passport holders visit 61 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 286 | 469 | Turkish hosts 183 fewer foreign missions than Canada. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Canada travel to Turkey in one year?
The number of visitors from Canada visiting Turkey in 2018 was approximately 77,136.
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Useful Information
- Ankara to Ottawa: 14262.70 km (8862.43 mi)
- Travel time: 29 hours 42 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024