Türkiye Abolishes Visa Requirements for Australian Citizens, Allowing 90 in 180 Days

Türkiye has officially abolished visa requirements for Australian citizens, effective April 19, 2026, enabling visa-free entry for tourism or transit stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day periodwww.azernews.azwww.travelandtourworld.com. The presidential decree, published in the Official Gazette, eliminates the previous need for an online Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA), which cost around $67.95 USD including feeswww.youngpioneertours.com. This move simplifies travel and boosts ties ahead of ANZAC Day commemorations at Gallipoli, a site of historical significance for both nations.

Australian passport holders with ordinary passports can now enter Türkiye without prior approval, joining countries like the US, EU nations, Japan, and China in enjoying visa-free accesstravel-buddy.ai. Travelers must still meet standard entry rules, including a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival, proof of onward travel, and sufficient fundswww.smartraveller.gov.au. The policy applies only to short-term visits; work, study, or longer stays require separate permits.

The change is unilateral, as Turkish citizens still need an Australian Visitor visa (subclass 600) costing about AUD 200www.turkishminute.com. Tourism officials anticipate a surge in Australian visitors to Türkiye's beaches, historic sites, and cultural hubs, further opening the 90 in 180 days window to explore the region.