Student visa · Ghana to Turkey

Student Visa

Embassy required

Maximum stay
365 days
Processing time
21-56 days (3-8 weeks)
Fee
$60-100 USD
Validity
Duration of academic program
Entry
Single entry

Student visas are issued based on admission to a Turkish educational institution. After arrival, students must apply for a student residence permit within 1 month. Students can work part-time after completing the first year (undergraduate) with a work permit, limited to 24 hours/week for associate degree students.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Available to students from all countries who have been accepted to Turkish educational institutions

  • Purpose of visit

    For full-time study at associate, undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate programs

    Includes
    • Full-time academic study
  • Financial

    Students must prove sufficient financial means to cover tuition fees and living expenses

    Minimum funds: Approximately $400-500 USD per month for living expenses plus tuition

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Biometric photos (5x6 cm) with white background, taken within last 6 months

  • Bank statement

    Minimum balance: Sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses for first year; Months required: 3

  • Travel insurance

    Coverage area: Valid for Turkey, covering first few months; Minimum coverage: $30,000 USD

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Dormitory letter or rental agreement; Must cover full stay: No

  • Admission letter

    Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: Yes

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Turkey Student Visa Application; Form url: https://www.konsolosluk.gov.tr

  • Academic transcript

    Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.

    Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: Yes

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Receive admission letter from Turkish university and gather all required documents

  2. Online application

    Complete online visa pre-application at www.konsolosluk.gov.tr

  3. Appointment booking

    Book appointment at nearest Turkish embassy or consulate

  4. Document submission

    Attend appointment and submit all documents including admission letter, financial proof, and passport

  5. Fee payment

    Pay student visa fee

  6. Processing wait

    Wait for visa processing (typically takes 3-8 weeks)

  7. Visa collection

    Collect passport with student visa from embassy

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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