Truck Driver

Visa Types & Required Documents

Bus, Lorry and Truck Driver Visa

Important Notice

Please be advised that it is essential for the name of our country to be stated as “Türkiye” in all application documents submitted to the Ministry. Documents using alternative forms of the country name, including “Turkey”, will unfortunately be returned for revision. We kindly request that “Türkiye” is used consistently in all official documentation.

 

Bus, Lorry and Truck Driver Visa

You do not need to book an appointment to apply for a bus, lorry and truck driver visa.

You may visit our office between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays).

Please ensure that you bring all required documents with you. Applications cannot be accepted if any required documents are missing.

Required Documents

  1. Passport
  • Original passport and photocopy required
  • The applicant’s passport must be valid: with at least 6 months remaining beyond your intended departure date from Türkiye.

For non-British applicants:

  • Passport and residence documents must be valid
  • Applicants must provide a printed copy of their UK immigration status reference from gov.uk
  • The status must show sufficient validity: with at least 6 months remaining beyond your intended departure date from Türkiye.
  1. Biometric Photograph
  • 1 x UK passport-size biometric photograph
  1. Visa Application Form
  • Fully completed and signed
  1. Undertaking Form
  • Fully completed and signed
  1. Proof of UK Residence Status

EU passport holders:

  • Must provide a printed copy of their immigration residence status page (share code submissions will not be accepted).
  • The document must have sufficient validity to allow visa collection

Non-EU / non-British passport holders:

  • Must provide a printed copy of their immigration residence status page (share code submissions will not be accepted).
  • The document must have sufficient validity to allow visa collection

Further information: https://bit.ly/immig01

  1. Travel Insurance
  • According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, travel insurance must be arranged through our office.
  1. Driving Licence

Please provide:

  • Original driving licence
  • Photocopy of the driving licence
  1. Letter from the UK Employer

The employer letter must:

  • Be printed on the company’s official letterhead
  • Provide details of the planned journey
  • Explain the purpose of the trip
  • Include information regarding the goods to be transported
  • Include relevant employment details
  • Be signed by an authorised representative
  1. Invitation Letter from the Company in Türkiye

If applicable, please provide an invitation letter issued by the relevant company or organisation in Türkiye.

The invitation letter should include:

  • Details of the planned journey
  • The purpose of the visit
  • Information regarding the goods to be transported
  • Relevant employment and assignment details
  • The company’s contact information
  • The signature of an authorised representative

 

Visa Fee

1-year Bus, lorry and truck driver visa: GBP 675 (Including travel insurance)

6-months Bus, lorry and truck driver visa: GBP 304 (Including travel insurance)

Payment methods accepted:

  • Cash
  • Bank transfer

Payment must be completed on the appointment/application day.

 

Visa Processing Information

The visa processing time is approximately 10–14 working days.

Please note:

  • Your passport will be retained by our office during the visa processing period
  • No fast-track service is available

Applicants are required to submit all of the above documents. Failure to provide the required documents may result in delays to the visa application process.

 

For any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us via email:

workpermit@voyavisa.com