Turkey Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements

TürkiyeThis country’s passport is ranked No. 81 globally.Last check:Last update:
Mobility Score121

How Do We Rank It?

passportreports.com's AI-supported ranking model ranks passports by mobility score, a metric that combines visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorization access. When scores are tied, it first compares the number of visa-free destinations, then destinations accessible with electronic travel authorization, and finally visa-on-arrival destinations. Review the algorithm used in our methodology.

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Passport Mobility Over Time

Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.

Mobility History Table
YearMobility ScoreGlobal Rank
20209439
202110668
202212477
202312972
202412872
202512374
202612181
Population
87,926,082(2026 est.)
Official language
Turkish
Government type
Presidential republic
Continent
Asia
Capital
Ankara
Currency
Turkish Lira
Area
783,562 km²
Phone code
+90

Türkiye: Other Rankings

Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
70th out of 199 countries
Within-Language RankingTurkish
2nd out of 2 countries
Form-of-Government RankingPresidential Republic
16th out of 57 countries
NATO RankingNATO Countries
32nd out of 32 countries
WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
79th out of 159 countries
OECD RankingOECD Countries
38th out of 38 countries
G20 RankingG20 Countries
14th out of 19 countries
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation RankingOrganisation of Islamic Cooperation Countries
5th out of 57 countries
OSCE RankingOSCE Participating States
48th out of 57 countries
D-8 RankingD-8 Countries
2nd out of 9 countries

Key Destination Access

USARequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

United KingdomRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

CanadaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

Schengen AreaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

About Türkiye

Türkiye straddles both Europe and Asia, bridging the continents across the Bosphorus Strait. Its geography ranges from coastal plains along the Aegean and Mediterranean to rugged mountains in the east. The country shares borders with eight nations, placing it at a crossroads of cultural exchange. This unique position has shaped its identity as a land of diverse landscapes and historical intersections.

Daily life in Türkiye blends modern urban rhythms with deep-rooted traditions. Major cities like Istanbul and Ankara bustle with commerce, while smaller towns maintain a slower pace centered on local markets and tea gardens. Turkish hospitality remains a cornerstone of social interaction, often expressed over shared meals or glasses of çay. The country's cultural fabric weaves together influences from Ottoman, Byzantine, and earlier civilizations.

Türkiye plays an active role in regional affairs, balancing ties with Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Its foreign policy reflects a strategic position between East and West, engaging in numerous international partnerships. The country is a member of key organizations including NATO and the G20. Its geopolitical significance continues to draw global attention to its diplomatic and economic moves.