Puerto RicoTurkey: Visa-free

Puerto RicoTurkey

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Turkey?

Visa-free

No. United States 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.

Puerto Rico does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a United States passport. See the United States passport.

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 of2026-10-14

Distance9,410 km, straight line (~11h 34m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Turkey135 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Other visa-free destinations for United States passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Turkey?

No. United States 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 United States 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 Puerto Rico?

About 9,410 km in a straight line, roughly ~11h 34m 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 Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico, officially the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, is a self-governing Caribbean archipelago and island organized as an unincorporated territory of the United States under the designation of commonwealth. Located about 1,000 miles (1,600 km) southeast of Miami, Florida, between the Dominican Republic in the Greater Antilles and the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Lesser Antilles, it consists of the eponymous main island and numerous smaller islands, including Vieques, Culebra, and Mona. With approximately 3.2 million people, it is divided into 78 municipalities, of which the most populous is the capital municipality of San Juan, followed by those within the San Juan metropolitan area. Spanish and English are the official languages of its government, though Spanish predominates, as it is culturally part of Latin America.

CapitalSan Juan

RegionCaribbean

Population3.2M

Area8,870 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Calling code+1787, +1939

Drives on theright

TimezonePuerto Rico (UTC-4)

Nearest airportLuis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), 23 km

Emergency number911

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$40,620 (2025)

Tourist arrivals3.9M (2020)

Climate in San Juan

Warmest June, coolest March, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: January, February, April, May, June, September, December.

Monthly climate normals for San Juan, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	27.5°C	21°C	102mm	328h
February	28.3°C	21.1°C	62mm	313h
March	27.2°C	20.6°C	132mm	331h
April	29.7°C	22.3°C	58mm	357h
May	30.5°C	23.7°C	29mm	379h
June	31.6°C	24°C	37mm	376h
July	31°C	24.2°C	126mm	360h
August	30.7°C	24.1°C	174mm	352h
September	30.2°C	23.8°C	117mm	324h
October	29.3°C	23.5°C	140mm	309h
November	27.8°C	22.6°C	151mm	274h
December	27.6°C	21°C	57mm	327h

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

Puerto Rico is a Caribbean island. Its white sandy beaches can compete with any in the world and vary from metropolitan cocktail heavens and bustling surfing hotspots to quiet island getaways. Easily accessible diving and snorkeling spots and the excellent bioluminescent bays offer great maritime experiences. Still, there's more to this tropical island than sunny beach life. The Spanish-American influences make for a fun melting pot of culture with an abundance of heritage to explore and some delightful food to enjoy.

Upcoming public holidays

October 12, 2026Día de la Raza / Descubrimiento de América

November 11, 2026Día del Veterano / Día del Armisticio

November 19, 2026Día del Descubrimiento de Puerto Rico

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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 ≈ 49.39 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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