🇬🇧England Visa
For a Turkish traveler on an ordinary (burgundy) passport, the rule for the UK is simple and won't budge: whether you're headed to London or Edinburgh, you need a Standard Visitor visa sorted before you fly. The UK sits outside Schengen, so a Schengen visa won't get you in here -- this is a separate application.
Ordinary (Burgundy)
England (and Scotland) are not in the Schengen area, separate visas are required. The Standard Visitor Visa application is made online, then biometric data is collected at the TLScontact visa center. The processing time is 3-4 weeks on average. Even if you have a Schengen visa, you cannot enter the UK.
Official application →Special (Green)
Green passport holders can travel visa-free for up to 90 days within 180 days.
Service (Grey)
Gray passport holders can travel without a visa for up to 90 days.
Diplomatic (Black)
Black passport holders can enter without a visa.
Cities to Visit in England
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Turkish citizens visit the UK without a visa?
Not on an ordinary burgundy passport. For tourism, visits or short business trips you need a Standard Visitor visa arranged in advance. Holders of green (special), grey (service) and black (diplomatic) passports, however, can enter visa-free for up to 90 days.
How do you apply for a UK visa?
It's done entirely online: fill in the form and pay the fee through the official Standard Visitor visa page on gov.uk, then attend an appointment to give your fingerprints and photo. Processing and appointment times shift with demand, so always confirm the current timeline and fee on the official page.
Is the UK part of the Schengen area?
No. The UK isn't a Schengen member, so your Schengen visa is no use here -- you'll need a separate UK visa. By the same token, a UK visa won't let you into Schengen countries.
Which passports get into the UK visa-free?
Holders of special (green), service (grey) and diplomatic (black) passports can enter the UK visa-free for up to 90 days. The visa requirement applies only to the ordinary burgundy passport.