Turkey to Germany: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇹🇷 Turkey → 🇩🇪 Germany
Visa Required

A visa is required. Contact the embassy for current fees and processing times.

Turkey citizens must obtain a visa before entering Germany. Apply in advance at the Germany embassy or consulate in Turkey. Processing times vary — allow 2–4 weeks for the Germany embassy application. Cost of living in Germany runs about 36% higher than in Turkey (index 69 vs 33, NYC=100).

Turkey Passport Strength

71 Visa-free
34 Visa on arrival
35 e-Visa
59 Visa required

Entry Details — Germany

Entry type
Visa Required
A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.
Maximum stay
Stated on visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Germany
68.7
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Germany
45%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,718/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Europe Destinations — Turkey Passport

🇦🇱AlbaniaVisa Free 🇦🇩AndorraVisa Required 🇦🇹AustriaVisa Required 🇧🇾BelarusVisa Free 🇧🇪BelgiumVisa Required 🇧🇦Bosnia and HerzegovinaVisa Free 🇧🇬BulgariaVisa Required 🇭🇷CroatiaVisa Required

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Germany is approximately 36% more expensive than Turkey (index 69 vs 33, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
Germany cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Germany — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Turkey citizens need a visa to visit Germany?+

Turkey passport holders currently have Visa Required access to Germany. A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.

How long can Turkey passport holders stay in Germany?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the Germany embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Germany?+

Pas de nomad visa. Freiberufler (profession libérale) = voie principale. Freelance Visa (Freiberufler) — Frais : €100. Durée : 1–3 ans renouvelable. Profession libérale reconnue (tech, design, consulting). Preuve de contrats clients. Jobseeker Visa — Frais : €75. Durée : 6 mois non renouvelable. Diplôme reconnu + ressources €5 000+. Chercher emploi sur place. Short-stay Schengen — 90 jours/180 jours. Légalement interdit de facturer des clients pendant le séjour.

What is the cost of living in Germany?+

The cost of living index for Germany is 68.7 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Germany.

What documents are required for Turkey citizens to enter Germany?+

A valid Turkey passport is the minimum requirement. A visa must be obtained from a consulate or embassy before travel.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.