gillhalfpint Posted April 20, 2014 #26 Share Posted April 20, 2014 So it does ,thanks Terry. It is confusing Dave , reading on the Turkish Visa Q&A part of the site ... Do I need an e-Visa if I am on a cruise ship ? You do not need a e- Visa if you will not leave the ship. You do not need a e-Visa if you only tour in the respective port city of Turkey. You do need an e- Visa if you do want to tour beyond the respective port city of turkey . So people who decide to book a tour from a ship that's only visiting the port for the day could be caught out thinking they do not need a visa when they do . That's unless your only touring the Town the ships docked in . Yet others just having a walk around or a tour of the ships port do not need one. As others have said on here "maybe for what the Visa costs" ..better to just buy one, to be on the safe side . I think Thomson brochures should have printed on any page where Turkey is involved, whether as a home port or a visit, should have something on the lines of "as of --/--/-- you do need or you do not need a visa if you book this cruise." Then if anything changes after the said date, anyone with a booking or making a booking should be informed of the change. This really is a can of worms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webster81 Posted April 20, 2014 #27 Share Posted April 20, 2014 Just got off a cruise that stopped in Kusadasi last week, and took a taxi to Ephesus. The cruise line will hold your passport to be checked by the Turkish authorities. I can confirm that no visa is required if you do not stay overnight. Also think about it, if you can enter the port city with no visa how do the port authorities know if you take a trip to Ephesus, they don't follow you around to check. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushka Posted April 20, 2014 #28 Share Posted April 20, 2014 Just got off a cruise that stopped in Kusadasi last week, and took a taxi to Ephesus. The cruise line will hold your passport to be checked by the Turkish authorities. I can confirm that no visa is required if you do not stay overnight. Also think about it, if you can enter the port city with no visa how do the port authorities know if you take a trip to Ephesus, they don't follow you around to check. You'd need to overnight to do that. Also if you fly in on the day of the cruise departure, you'd need a Visa even if no overnight stay. They'd not let you into the country. Same as if you depart from Turkey via plane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ormy Posted April 20, 2014 #29 Share Posted April 20, 2014 But Webster you only visited Turkey, cruise passengers departing Marmaris have to fly into Dalaman then transfer to port, a little different. I have emailed Turkish Embassy and await reply - will post when I get reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeeCountyMan Posted April 20, 2014 #30 Share Posted April 20, 2014 (edited) Equally as important as the visa issue. For anybody who wasn't aware - see para 5. https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/turkey/local-laws-and-customs It is illegal not to carry some form of photographic ID in Turkey. Carry a photocopy of your passport with you at all times. I didn't know that, fortunately we take a scanned copy with us as standard procedure - must remember to keep it on our person. Edited April 20, 2014 by WeeCountyMan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISIN LINDA Posted April 20, 2014 #31 Share Posted April 20, 2014 Very interesting WCM. I do actually have a photocopy of my passport in my holiday wallet :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeeCountyMan Posted April 20, 2014 #32 Share Posted April 20, 2014 Very interesting WCM. I do actually have a photocopy of my passport in my holiday wallet :) Hi there. Is this not the sort of key information that travel companies and agents should be flagging up at the time of booking ? We are off to Turkey tomorrow for a 7 night hotel stay - this aspect was never mentioned. Probably hidden away in the small print ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruzseeka Posted April 20, 2014 #33 Share Posted April 20, 2014 (edited) Hi there. Is this not the sort of key information that travel companies and agents should be flagging up at the time of booking ? We are off to Turkey tomorrow for a 7 night hotel stay - this aspect was never mentioned. Probably hidden away in the small print ? Yes they should be making any requirements explicit when you book - like passport photos as you need to know this before travel and take a copy with you. It should be standard to inform you of such info as well as visa and health requirements at the time of booking and add it to your booking invoice. Of course things can change but an emailing to all those booked on cruises affected by any late changes in the requirements shouldn't be too difficult. But you're right about the small print, do you remember a discussion on here when flight times had been changed and passengers not informed? Of course it does say in the small print that you should check flight times with the airport just before your departure but until I read that I hadn't thought of it. Fortunately those complaining about a change found it was later not earlier. :eek: There really should be more robust systems in place to inform passengers of a range of requirements. We're confused enough on here but what about all those who don't read the Forum? :rolleyes: P. S. Have put some info on your Fjords thread for you WCM :) Edited April 20, 2014 by kruzseeka Add p.s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruzseeka Posted April 20, 2014 #34 Share Posted April 20, 2014 Missed your ref to you holiday tomorrow. Have a fab time. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeeCountyMan Posted April 20, 2014 #35 Share Posted April 20, 2014 But you're right about the small print, do you remember a discussion on here when flight times had been changed and passengers not informed? Of course it does say in the small print that you should check flight times with the airport just before your departure but until I read that I hadn't thought of it. Fortunately those complaining about a change found it was later not earlier. :eek: I don't recall that debate. On the very few occasions over recent years that our UK departure time has been altered we have had an advisory email - but that was flight only deals from other companies. Everbody and their dog now has a mobile 'phone - it wouldn't be rocket science to send out a brief text message if there is a late change. I copied your Norway advice - haven't had time to digest it yet, thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim The Scot Posted April 20, 2014 #36 Share Posted April 20, 2014 It is illegal not to carry some form of photographic ID in Turkey. Carry a photocopy of your passport with you at all times. I didn't know that, fortunately we take a scanned copy with us as standard procedure - must remember to keep it on our person. This applicable in many countries BTW,my dog doesn`t have a mobile phone ;) Enjoy your holiday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushka Posted April 20, 2014 #37 Share Posted April 20, 2014 I have a jpg of my passport on my phone. I always carry my phone so I'm always covered for ID Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomson Cruises Posted April 21, 2014 #38 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Hi Everyone, Just to clarify regarding visas for Turkey, previously we’ve had an arrangement with the local authorities in Marmaris and Dalaman that meant fly-cruise customers were exempt from needing entry visas – as fly-cruise customers are classed as ‘in-transit’. Unfortunately the new regulations don’t currently have the option to implement a visa waiver scheme. The local authorities are still working with the Turkish government to resolve this but have advised us, in the meantime, to let you know that you will now need a visa to enter Turkey. All Cruise & Stay or Stay & Cruise customers already need to buy the visa, as well as anyone on a beach holiday. You can buy your visa for $20 online before you travel by visiting http://www.evisa.gov.tr Or, you can purchase it on arrival at Dalaman Airport for £20 UK Sterling cash. We're also in the process of contacting all customers affected by this so that they're aware ready for their arrival into Turkey. Kind Regards, Dan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruzseeka Posted April 21, 2014 #39 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Thank you, Dan. That has clarified the issue - let's hope that a new waiver can be agreed but in the meantime at least we know visas are needed irrespective of the type of holiday involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillhalfpint Posted April 21, 2014 #40 Share Posted April 21, 2014 So can I presume if we are just visiting for the day and not fly cruise entrants, we don't need one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushka Posted April 21, 2014 #41 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Except I thought there was no longer available visas for purchase at entry airports? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
attillathehen Posted April 21, 2014 #42 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Obtaining the visa at the airport was due to stop on the 10th April, but due to intervention by ABTA this has now been extended until December. However you will now pay £20 for the privilege rather than £10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushka Posted April 21, 2014 #43 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Obtaining the visa at the airport was due to stop on the 10th April, but due to intervention by ABTA this has now been extended until December. However you will now pay £20 for the privilege rather than £10. So you might as well just get them online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISIN LINDA Posted April 21, 2014 #44 Share Posted April 21, 2014 We are off to Turkey tomorrow for a 7 night hotel stay - this aspect was never mentioned. Have a great time WCM and Mrs WCM :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISIN LINDA Posted April 21, 2014 #45 Share Posted April 21, 2014 BTW,my dog doesn`t have a mobile phone ;) DH just said "Has your dog got a mobile bone?" :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISIN LINDA Posted April 21, 2014 #46 Share Posted April 21, 2014 So can I presume if we are just visiting for the day and not fly cruise entrants, we don't need one. I would like that clarified too as we go to Kusadasi on Aegean Delights (same as you Gill) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ormy Posted April 21, 2014 #47 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Received a reply from Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Turkey, yes we will have to apply for a visa online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim The Scot Posted April 21, 2014 #48 Share Posted April 21, 2014 DH just said "Has your dog got a mobile bone?" :rolleyes: :D I don't have a dog Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISIN LINDA Posted April 21, 2014 #49 Share Posted April 21, 2014 :D I don't have a dog Linda Thought not Jim :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LACADave Posted May 22, 2014 #50 Share Posted May 22, 2014 For cruise passengers simply stopping in a Turkish port: Directly from the FAQ section of the Turkish Government website at: https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/info/ Do I need an e-Visa if I am on a cruise ship? Go According to the Law on Foreigners and International Protection which entered into force on 11th April 2014, those foreigners who arrive at sea ports and intend to visit the seaport city or nearby provinces for touristic purpose are exempt from visa provided that their stay does not exceed seventy two (72) hours. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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