Applying for Schengen visa to travel to Turkey

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I made a travel plan to visit Turkey on May 1, however, I will not be able to obtain Turkish sticker visa on time because I failed to procure all required documents on time. Is it okay to now apply for a Schengen visa (let's say, France) from same travel date (starting from May 1) and use it to obtain e-visa from Turkey?

I understand that I will have to make actual flight and hotel bookings to apply for Schengen visa. My main concern is, is it completely okay that I don't use my Schengen visa to visit Europe but Turkey from May 1?

Clarification: I am planning to obtain Schengen visa from May 1-10 (with proper EU itinerary), however, I will actually visit Turkey from May 1-10. Is this wrong in any way?

** The processing time for Turkish visa is 10 days, whereas for France it is 2 days. That's my motivation to apply for Schengen visa in the given available time.



Best Answer

You will not get a visa from the French consulate unless you claim that you have plans to visit France and describe those plans in some detail.

If those plans are ones you don't actually intend to follow even approximately, then that means you are lying in a visa application, which is extremely not recommended. Possibly your chance of the lie being found out is small(ish), but if it is found out, you'll have ruined your chances of getting any Schengen visa for a long, long time.

Is that really worth it? There are 18 days until May 1, so if you expect the Turkish consulate to process an application in 10 days, that should be plenty.




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Can you travel to Turkey with a Schengen visa?

A Schengen visa allows visitors to travel, study, and work and reside in all 26-member states passport-free. In addition to these benefits, Schengen Visa holders can also apply online for other countries, which are non-EU countries such as Turkey.

How do I apply for a Schengen visa to Turkey?

How to apply for a Schengen visa from Turkey
  • Step 1: Make an appointment at the embassy, consulate, or visa application center associated with the Schengen country you are applying through. ...
  • Step 2: Access and fill out your Schengen visa application. ...
  • Step 3: Submit your Schengen visa application. ...
  • Step 4: Await your decision.


  • How much is a Schengen visa for Turkey?

    Turkey Tourist E-visa fees for citizens of United States of AmericaType of visaEmbassy feeService feeSingle entry (90 days stay)$60.00$209.00Single entry (90 days stay)$160.00$209.00Multiple entry (90 days stay)$52.00$59.00Multiple entry (90 days stay)$52.00$69.006 more rows

    How long does it take to get a Schengen visa in Turkey?

    You should apply no later than 15 working days in advance. In most cases, you will be informed within 15 calendar days whether your application has been successful. However, it can sometimes take up to 45 days, for example if extra documents are required.



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