CzechiaTurkey: Visa-free

CzechiaTurkey

Do Czechia passport holders need a visa for Turkey?

Visa-free

No. Czechia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Turkey for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: mfa.gov.tr (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months within any 180-day period

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance1,816 km, straight line (~2h 38m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Turkey135 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Turkey passport holders visiting Czechia: Visa required.

Other visa-free destinations for Czechia passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Czechia passport holders need a visa for Turkey?

No. Czechia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Turkey for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

How long can Czechia citizens stay in Turkey without a visa?

Up to 3 months within any 180-day period, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Turkey from Czechia?

About 1,816 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 38m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Turkey?

Turkish lira (TRY).

What is the emergency number in Turkey?

112 / 177.

What time zone is Turkey in?

Istanbul (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Ankara?

Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), about 71 km away.

How many countries can enter Turkey without a visa?

135 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Turkey visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Czechia

The Czech Republic, also known as Czechia and historically known as Bohemia, is a landlocked country in Central Europe. The country is bordered by Austria to the south, Germany to the west, Poland to the northeast, and Slovakia to the southeast. The Czech Republic has a hilly landscape that covers an area of 78,871 square kilometers (30,452 sq mi) with a mostly temperate continental and oceanic climate. The capital and largest city is Prague; other major cities and urban areas include Brno, Ostrava, Plzeň and Liberec.

CapitalPrague

RegionCentral Europe

Population10.9M

Area78,865 km²

CurrencyCzech koruna (1 USD ≈ 21.61 CZK)

LanguagesCzech, Slovak

Calling code+420

Drives on theright

TimezonePrague (UTC+2)

Nearest airportVáclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), 12 km

Emergency number112 / 150 / 155 / 156 / 158

UNESCO sites17

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$35,917 (2025)

Tourist arrivals37.2M (2019)

Climate in Prague

Warmest August, coolest January, driest April, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July.

Monthly climate normals for Prague, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5.1°C	-1.5°C	23mm	151h
February	8.7°C	2.3°C	86mm	172h
March	10°C	0.7°C	42mm	268h
April	17.9°C	4.3°C	12mm	349h
May	18°C	7.6°C	79mm	329h
June	22.1°C	13.5°C	142mm	292h
July	25.5°C	14.8°C	45mm	370h
August	26°C	15.9°C	119mm	324h
September	21.2°C	10.8°C	66mm	271h
October	14.2°C	7.2°C	94mm	160h
November	8.3°C	2.2°C	20mm	148h
December	5.4°C	0.3°C	33mm	110h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Czech Republic, or Czechia (Česko) is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It is not a large country but has a rich and eventful history, including incidents and people like Saint Wenceslas, Jan Hus, the Thirty-years War, Operation Anthropoid and the dissolution of Czechoslovakia. Czechs, Germans, Slovaks, Italian stonemasons and stucco workers, French tradesmen, and deserters from Napoleon's army have lived and worked here, all influencing one another. For centuries they jointly cultivated their land, creating works that grace this small country with hundreds of ancient castles, monasteries and stately mansions, and entire towns that give the impression of being comprehensive artefacts. The Czech Republic contains a vast number of architectural treasures and has beautiful forests and mountains to match.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Gardens and Castle at Kroměříž
Historic Centre of Prague
Historic Centre of Telč
Historic Centre of Český Krumlov
Holašovice
Holy Trinity Column in Olomouc
Jewish Quarter and St Procopius' Basilica in Třebíč
Kutná Hora: Historical Town Centre with the Church of St Barbara and the Cathedral of Our Lady at Sedlec
Landscape for Breeding and Training of Ceremonial Carriage Horses at Kladruby nad Labem

Upcoming public holidays

October 28, 2026Den vzniku samostatného československého státu

November 17, 2026Den boje za svobodu a demokracii a Mezinárodní den studentstva

December 24, 2026Štědrý den

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About Turkey

Turkey, officially the Republic of Türkiye, is a country mainly located in Anatolia in West Asia, with a smaller part called East Thrace in Southeast Europe. It borders the Black Sea to the north; Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran to the east; Iraq, Syria, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south; and the Aegean Sea, Greece, and Bulgaria to the west. Turkey is home to over 86 million people; most are ethnic Turks, while Kurds are the largest ethnic minority. Officially a secular state, Turkey has a Muslim-majority population. Ankara is Turkey's capital and second-largest city. Istanbul is its largest city and economic center. Other major cities include İzmir, Bursa, and Antalya.

CapitalAnkara

RegionWestern Asia

Population85.9M

Area783,562 km²

CurrencyTurkish lira (1 USD ≈ 49.53 TRY)

LanguagesTurkish

Calling code+90

Drives on theright

TimezoneIstanbul (UTC+3)

Nearest airportEsenboğa International Airport (ESB), 71 km

Emergency number112 / 177

UNESCO sites22

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$18,599 (2025)

Tourist arrivals16M (2020)

Travel guide

Turkey, officially the Republic of Türkiye, is a bi-continental country: an oft-repeated cliché about Turkey is that it is the bridge between Europe and Asia. This is true not only geographically, but also culturally, and many Turks value their European and Asian identities equally. Therefore, Turkey is the ultimate "exotic, but with a twist" destination for many: plenty of travellers to the country will find a charming novelty in every corner, yet at the same time, will have a feel of comforting familiarity, regardless of which direction or how far they are arriving from. Add the Turks' legendary warmth towards the visitors to the mix, and you get the idea.

Upcoming public holidays

October 29, 2026Cumhuriyet Bayramı

January 1, 2027Yılbaşı

March 10, 2027Ramazan Bayramı 1. Gün (Tentative Date)

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