Visa Support

Trusted Assistance Every Step of the Way

When you’re referred from our Slemani branch to First Class Hospital – Istanbul, our team offers full visa support services to ensure your travel for medical care is smooth, safe, and fully compliant with Turkish entry requirements.

Medical Invitation Letter

Once your referral is approved and your appointment is confirmed, we issue an official invitation letter from our Istanbul hospital. This document includes:

  • Your name and passport number

  • Purpose of travel (e.g., surgery, treatment, specialist consultation)

  • Treatment dates and estimated duration of stay

  • Details of your attending doctor and hospital unit

  • Hospital registration and accreditation details

  • Istanbul branch contact and visa support info

This letter is recognized by the Turkish Embassy and visa centers and forms the basis of your application.

Visa Application Document Guidance

Our international patient coordinator in Slemani helps you prepare all necessary supporting documents, including:

  • Copy of your valid passport

  • Recent medical reports (for proof of condition or urgency)

  • Referral documents from Slemani branch

  • Proof of appointment from First Class Hospital Istanbul

  • Flight and accommodation plans (if already booked)

  • Bank statement (if required by the embassy)

We also help you format and translate documents into Turkish or English, depending on embassy requirements.

Support for HealthTurkiye Applications

If you’re applying through the official HealthTurkiye.gov.tr platform for recognized medical travel:

  • We help register your case through the platform

  • Ensure your medical file is uploaded for ministry review

  • Provide you with a tracking number and embassy code for visa clearance

  • Coordinate with Istanbul for fast approvals (if urgent)

Arrival & Airport Coordination

Once your visa is approved, our Istanbul branch offers optional support for:

  • Airport pickup service

  • Transfer to nearby hotel or hospital (for urgent cases)

  • Pre-admission briefing and patient escort service

This is especially helpful for first-time travelers or elderly patients.

Companion Visa Letters

If you’re traveling with a family member, spouse, or caregiver, we also issue a supporting letter for your companion, stating:

  • Their relationship to the patient

  • Reason for accompanying the patient

  • Duration of stay

  • Assurance that both will return together after treatment

This increases approval chances and reduces embassy processing issues.

Application Timing & Embassy Coordination

We advise you on when to begin the visa process and help with:

  • Identifying the right Turkish visa center or embassy based on your location

  • Booking visa appointment slots if needed

  • Providing contact info for embassy inquiries

  • Ensuring your invitation letter matches visa validity period

Recommended: Apply for a medical visa at least 10–15 days before your travel date.