The Embassy of Türkiye in Paris represents Türkiye in France and serves Turkish citizens living in the country.
Contact Details
| Address | 16, avenue de Lamballe, 75016 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 53 92 71 12 |
| ambassade.paris@mfa.gov.tr | |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| Head of Mission | Tahsin Burcuoglu, Ambassador (according to the embassy) |
Consular Section
| Address | Stauffe 1, 75016 Paris, France |
Consular section details according to the embassy.
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 18:30 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 18:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 18:30 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 18:30 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 18:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Turkish public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
About the Turkish Embassy in Paris
The embassy names Tahsin Burcuoglu, Ambassador as head of mission. In the other direction, about 10,895 French citizens are registered with the French consular network in Türkiye. Besides the embassy, Türkiye has career consular offices in Bordeaux, Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, Paris and Strasbourg.
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the Turkish authorities ask for:
New ordinary passport (adults)
- Book an appointment first – applications must be made in person
- Turkish ID card (T.C. Kimlik Kartı) or temporary ID document
- All previous passports that have not been cancelled, valid or expired
- One biometric photo, 50 × 60 mm, white background, taken within the last 6 months
- The application form is prepared at the consulate
- Passports cannot be extended – a new passport is issued each time
Temporary passport (emergency travel)
- Turkish ID card – original and photocopy
- Any previous passports (valid or expired) that have not been cancelled
- If both passport and ID are lost: a photo document such as a family register or driving licence
- One biometric photo, 50 × 60 mm, white background
- Plane or bus ticket back to Türkiye or to your country of residence
- No passport fee is charged for a temporary passport
Sources: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – consular procedures: passport (konsolosluk.gov.tr), Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – temporary passport (konsolosluk.gov.tr) (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do French citizens need a visa for Türkiye?
French citizens do not need a visa for short stays in Türkiye (up to 90 days). A valid passport or national identity card is accepted. Parts of Türkiye are classified as areas to avoid in French travel advice. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Other consulates and embassies in Paris
210 other countries are represented in Paris, among them: Afghanistan (embassy), Albania (embassy), Algeria (consulate general), Turkmenistan (embassy), Uganda (embassy), Ukraine (consulate), Ukraine (embassy), United Arab Emirates (embassy), United Kingdom (consulate general), United Kingdom (embassy), United States (embassy), Uruguay (embassy), Uzbekistan (embassy), Vanuatu (honorary), Venezuela (consulate), Venezuela (embassy), Vietnam (embassy), Yemen (embassy), Zambia (embassy), Zimbabwe (embassy). The full list of all 211 missions is on the overview page for France.
Closing days
Besides French public holidays, the embassy closes on the Turkish national holiday (29 October). Check the website before visiting around holidays.
Emergency assistance
Local emergency numbers in Türkiye: police 155, fire brigade 110, general emergency 112.
Diplomatic missions of Türkiye in France
Türkiye in France
The nearest other Turkish office is the Consulate General in Paris, in the same city. Distances in brackets are straight-line distances from Paris.
- Paris – Embassy of Türkiye (this page)
- Bordeaux (500 km) – Consulate General
- Lyon (390 km) – Consulate General
- Marseille (660 km) – Consulate General
- Paris (same city) – Consulate General
- Strasbourg (400 km) – Consulate General
- Nantes (340 km) – Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Türkiye in Paris
Can French nationals travel to Türkiye without a visa?
No, for stays of up to 90 days.
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Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for Türkiye. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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