Transit in Turkey for Swiss and Bulgarian citizens
We plan to flight me, my wife and our daughter to Bulgaria and one option is to flight from Geneva to Istanbul, then Istanbul-Varna.
The question is: As a Swiss citizen I can normally go to Bulgaria just with an ID card (Bulgaria is in European Union since 2007); But by passing through Turkey, should I need my passport even I stay in the transit area?
The question is the same for my wife but she own a bulgarian ID card (and passport).
I guessed while staying in the transit area, we do not need visa.
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Can Bulgarian citizens travel to Turkey?
Nationals of the Republic of Bulgaria holding valid passports may enter, stay, pass in transit or leave the territory of the Republic of Turkey without obtaining a visa for up to 90 days per period of six months from the date of first entry through all border crossing points open for international passenger traffic.Do you need visa for transit in Turkey?
Do I need to get transit visa? Answer: If you will not leave the transit lounge at the airport you are not required to have transit visa. Otherwise, you have to make visa application to the nearest Turkish Representation.Can I do transit in Turkey?
Yes, people of all nationalities can transit through Turkey without any restrictions. However, a strict entry rule will need to observed if travellers plan on leaving the airport and traveling through Turkey before their connecting flight.Can Swiss citizens travel to Turkey?
Sample of the Tourist Travel Requirements for an Turkey Visa for Swiss Citizens. Visa exempt for a stay of up to 90 days. The traveller must: Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page.ISTANBUL Turkey to PLOVDIV Bulgaria by Bus - EU Border Crossing
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