As of July 15, 2025, Turkish citizens can now get multi-entry Schengen visas valid up to 5 years. Learn who qualifies, what the new rules are, and how this affects travel to Europe.
Great news for Turkish citizens planning to visit Europe more frequently! As of July 15, 2025, the European Union has introduced a multiple-entry visa (MEV) facilitation system for Turkish nationals residing in Türkiye who have a clean record of using their Schengen visas in full compliance with the rules.
Approved by 25 EU member states, this new visa regime allows qualifying applicants to receive MEVs ranging from 6 months up to 5 years — a significant step forward in easing travel restrictions and reducing bureaucracy.
🛂 How the New MEV System Works
Visa durations are based on previous Schengen visa usage and history of compliance:
- 6-month MEV: If your last short-term visa expired within the last year
- 1-year MEV: If your previous visa was valid at least 6 months, applied within 2 years
- 3-year MEV: If your previous visa was valid at least 1 year, applied within 2 years
- 5-year MEV: If your previous visa was valid at least 3 years, applied within 2 years
🔑 Note: If your passport expires soon, your visa will end 3 months before the passport’s expiration date.
🌍 Countries Included
The new MEV applies to all 25 Schengen member states, including:
- Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Austria, and others
- Non-EU Schengen members: Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein
- ❌ Ireland is NOT included
🧳 Who Is Eligible?
- Must be a Turkish citizen residing in Türkiye
- Must have used a previous Schengen visa properly
- Must pose no migration or security risk
🚫 Not eligible for:
- Third-country nationals
- Work-related visa applicants
- Those seeking residence permits
💶 Visa Costs (2024–2025)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Adults | €90 |
| Children (6–12) | €45 |
| Children under 6 | Free |
| Service fee | Extra |
🎯 Why This Matters for Turkish Cypriots & TRNC Travelers
Even though the regulation applies to Turkish citizens residing in Türkiye, it’s an important update for frequent travelers, students, and businesspeople in North Cyprus with dual residence or ties to Türkiye. The new MEV policy is expected to cut down appointment congestion and promote smoother mobility between Türkiye and Europe.
🌐 Pro Tip: Always plan your first entry into the country that issued the visa, as required under Schengen rules. northcyprusinvesting.com, Investra.io