Participants coming to Türkiye may require a visa depending on their nationality. Türkiye offers an e-Visa application system for many countries, which is fast and easy to use. We recommend checking the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye for up-to-date visa requirements.
| Category | What it means / typical use case | Usual maximum stay |
|---|---|---|
| Visa-Free Entry (USA, China, Canada, EU, UK, Israel, Japan, South Korea) |
Nationals from ~90 jurisdictions enter with just their passport; no online application or fee. | 30, 60 or 90 days (country-specific) |
| National ID Card Entry | Citizens of certain European neighbours and EU/CoE states may enter using a chipped national ID instead of a passport. | Up to 90 days |
| Electronic Visa (e-Visa) | Single or multiple-entry visa obtained in 3 minutes at evisa.gov.tr before travel; available to dozens of countries (some conditionally). | 15, 30 or 90 days |
| Visa on Arrival / Airport Sticker Visa | Limited list of countries can still pay at border or at self-service kiosks for a sticker visa (often replaced by e-Visa). | Usually 30 days (some 90 days) |
| Embassy / Consulate “Sticker” Visa | Traditional application for tourists, business, family visits, etc., when e-Visa or waiver is not available. | 30–90 days (as issued) |
Istanbul is a city where continents collide and centuries converse in every stone and street. Ancient Byzantine mosaics sit side by side with soaring Ottoman minarets, while sleek glass towers cast reflections on centuries-old waterways. As you wander through winding lanes, you’ll pass bustling bazaars brimming with spices and silks, hear the call to prayer echo off marble domes, and taste the savory sweetness of freshly baked simit from a corner vendor. Don’t miss a sunset cruise along the Bosphorus—where Europe’s grand palaces face Asia’s tree-lined shores—and be sure to lose yourself in vibrant neighborhoods like Karaköy, with its street-art-clad warehouses turned hip cafés, or Üsküdar, where tea gardens spill onto the waterfront. Whether you’re drawn to hidden courtyard mosques, rooftop terraces overlooking the Golden Horn, or the pulse of modern art galleries in the former galley district of Tophane, Istanbul rewards every curiosity and transforms even a brief stroll into an unforgettable journey through time.
For more information about attractions, culture, and local tips, please visit the following official tourism websites:
The conference venue is located near Taksim Square, one of Istanbul’s most central and vibrant areas. Taksim offers numerous hotels, restaurants, cafés, and easy access to public transportation.
Disclaimer: None of the listed hotels are affiliated with SPM, and attendees are not obligated to choose any of them. All prices are listed in USD.
The Mechanical Engineering Faculty at Istanbul Technical University traces its roots back to the founding of the Mühendishane-i Bahr-i Hümayun in 1773, and was formally established as the Faculty of Mechanical and Chemical Engineering in 1944. Over its long history, it has grown into one of Turkey’s premier engineering schools, blending centuries-old tradition with state-of-the-art research.
Today, the faculty offers BSc, MSc and PhD programs across core areas such as fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, dynamics & control, mechatronics, robotics, materials science and manufacturing processes. Its capabilities include cutting-edge laboratories (e.g. Fluid Dynamics Lab, Thermo-Fluid Systems Lab, Robotics & Mechatronics Lab, CAD/CAM Center), high-performance computing facilities, and active participation in TÜBİTAK, EU Horizon and industry-funded research projects.
The SPM 2026 conference will be held at Istanbul Technical University, Gümüşsuyu Campus, located close to Taksim Square. The venue is easily accessible by various means of transportation.