The Embassy of the Republic of Turkey announces that Turkish authorities has commenced requiring the "Electronic Airport Transit Visa" (e-ATV) for Indian & Nepalese passport holders traveling to Mexico, Panama, Colombia and Venezuela, transiting via the Istanbul Airport.
Indian & Nepalese passport holders who are subject to the requirement of e-ATV can get their e-ATV via the website "evisa.gov.tr" starting from 15 April 2024, free of charge as per the current practice.
Please ensure to carry a printed copy of your e-ATV during travel, as it will be checked by airlines/service providers at departure airports and Turkish authorities at transit points in Istanbul Airport's arrival area, in accordance with international aviation regulations.