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Calculate visa-free stay days in Turkey under the 90/180 rule — for Russians, EU citizens, Schengen and all tourists
Updated: January 2026
Rules for a specific passport
The calculator counts days against your dates. The entry mode, the counting window and the vehicle import rules depend on the passport — they live on the passport pages.
Choose a passportFor Russians: up to 60 days continuous stay, up to 90 days total within 180 days
For Belarusians: up to 30 days per single entry, up to 90 days total within 180 days
For Kazakhstanis: standard 90 days within 180 days rule
Turkey uses a rolling 180-day window. On any date, the system looks back 180 days and counts how many of those you spent in the country.
Both entry and exit days count as full days. 90 days means exactly days, not '3 months' (which could be 92 days).
As days 'age' (180 days pass since your stay), they become available again for you to use.
Russians have an additional restriction: no more than 60 consecutive days. To use the remaining 30 days, you must exit and re-enter (visa run).
Belarusians have a restriction: no more than 30 days per single entry. To continue staying, you must exit and re-enter.
This calculator is for informational purposes only. Always verify current rules with the consulate or official resources. We are not responsible for any inaccuracies.
Turkey is one of the most popular destinations for tourists and vanlifers from Russia and CIS countries. Visa-free entry is available for citizens of many countries, but with different conditions. Understanding the 90/180 day rule will help avoid border issues and plan extended RV or campervan trips through Turkey.
If you need to stay in Turkey for more than 60 consecutive days (for Russians), you can do a visa run — a brief exit to a neighboring country. Popular destinations: Georgia (Batumi), Greece (Rhodes, Kos islands), Bulgaria (Burgas). Simply cross the border and return — the continuous stay counter resets, but the overall 90 days per 180 days limit still applies.
Turkish border control may request the following documents upon entry:
Upon entering Turkey, border officers stamp your passport with the entry date. When exiting, they verify that visa-free stay rules haven't been violated. The system automatically calculates the total number of days within the last 180 days. Use this calculator in advance to avoid border issues.
Overstaying your permitted duration in Turkey is a serious violation. Penalties may include fines, entry bans from 6 months to several years, and deportation. Always monitor your remaining days and plan your departure in advance. If planning an extended campervan trip through Turkey, calculate your route considering visa-free stay limits.
Russian citizens can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. However, there's a continuous stay limit of 60 days. To use all 90 days, you need to exit and re-enter (visa run).
The 90/180 rule means you can stay in Turkey for a maximum of 90 days within any rolling 180-day period. This isn't a calendar half-year — it's a 'floating window' that always looks at the last 180 days from the current date.
Both entry and exit days count as full stay days. For example, if you enter on January 1st and leave on January 3rd, that's 3 days (January 1, 2, and 3).
A visa run is a brief exit from Turkey (usually to a neighboring country: Greece, Bulgaria, Georgia) to reset the continuous stay counter. For Russians, this allows using all 90 days by overcoming the 60-day continuous stay limit.
The limit doesn't reset on a specific date. As days 'age' and fall outside the 180-day window, they become available again. For example, if you were in Turkey on January 1st, that day will 'exit' the window on July 1st and become available for reuse.
Most often due to mismatches in entry/exit records, stamp errors, manual border decisions (conditional entry), or a residence permit/visa. In disputes, compare passport stamps and request your crossing history.
A van converted into a camper caught fire in Burhaniye, Balıkesir province. Firefighters extinguished the blaze; no injuries were reported. The vehicle sustained significant damage. The cause is under investigation.
A camper van caught fire in the Burhaniye district of Balıkesir province, Turkey. The fire broke out on 2009 Sokak in the Kocacamii neighbourhood. Fire crews responded at 11:27 with one vehicle and four personnel. The blaze was extinguished; no casualties were reported, but the camper van sustained extensive damage. An investigation into the cause has been launched.
The municipality of Ayvalık announced a ban on long-term and disorderly caravan parking in coastal areas, parks, and along roadsides. The decision follows a UKOME regulation. The measure aims to preserve public order, protect the environment, and ensure traffic and pedestrian safety. Joint patrols with gendarmerie will continue at Altınova, Badavut, Sarımsaklı beaches, Çamlık, and Cunda Patricia areas.
The 'Family Tent and Caravan Camp' has ended in Afyonkarahisar. On the second day, competitions and team games were held, followed by an awards ceremony.
The first Afyonkarahisar Camping and Caravan Festival at Emre Lake in İhsaniye district gathered around 1,000 enthusiasts from across Turkey. The free event featured competitions, DJ sets, and local food tastings.
The first Afyonkarahisar Camping and Caravan Festival took place at Emre Lake in İhsaniye district, attracting about 1,000 participants. Activities included tug-of-war, sack races, egg-carrying contests, a DJ performance, and campfire events. Caravan manufacturers displayed new models, and attendees shared experiences. Local delicacies such as Afyon sausage, keşkek, and cherry bread kadayıf were served. The festival runs until Sunday, followed by a tour of the Phrygian Valley.
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