Holiday Season is just around the corner and air fares skyrocketed inevitably. I was planning to go home, Philippines, but the fare is ridiculous for a week vacation so I booked a flight to neighboring Turkey instead. I am just being practical.
My Flights
and Hostel has been booked and Turkey Visa Requirements were relaxed. I checked
the Turkish Consulate website to fill out the Application Form however, I was
told that I need to book an appointment which confused me. I checked on line
for the possible reason of the error and found out that the Turkish Consulate
and Embassy is now using VFS Global for Short Term Visa Application as well –
meaning, another fees.
Application Steps:
First, fill out the application form over the Turkish Website. Make sure that you have the soft copies of the requirements needed since you need to attached them on your application. Also, check keenly the photo requirements. Once done, download the form and have it printed.
First, fill out the application form over the Turkish Website. Make sure that you have the soft copies of the requirements needed since you need to attached them on your application. Also, check keenly the photo requirements. Once done, download the form and have it printed.
Second, go to the VFS Global Website and schedule for an appointment. Application Number is required for you to proceed. After entering all the details, the available appointment dates then will appear, select your desired date and time then proceed for the payment. Make sure to print the Appointment Letter too before going to VFS Global.
Secure all requirements before heading to VFS Global Office.
How was my application?
It was horrible. I went 15 minutes before my scheduled appointment but I was entertained after 30 minutes. There was an error with my Application Form since my the photo I uploaded didn't match the required photo so I ended up getting an photo within the vicinity for 25.00 AED. They said I need to resubmit my application with the correct photo but I don't have the means to do it since I need to attached soft copies of the documents. The lady then offered that they can do it for 50.00 AED. I ended up paying 471.00 AED total just to apply for my Visa.
On the brighter side, the SMS and email system was up to date informing the processes and I received my visa after 7 days. So if you are applying too, read carefully the instructions to avoid paying extra.
It was horrible. I went 15 minutes before my scheduled appointment but I was entertained after 30 minutes. There was an error with my Application Form since my the photo I uploaded didn't match the required photo so I ended up getting an photo within the vicinity for 25.00 AED. They said I need to resubmit my application with the correct photo but I don't have the means to do it since I need to attached soft copies of the documents. The lady then offered that they can do it for 50.00 AED. I ended up paying 471.00 AED total just to apply for my Visa.
On the brighter side, the SMS and email system was up to date informing the processes and I received my visa after 7 days. So if you are applying too, read carefully the instructions to avoid paying extra.
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