Foreign restriction codes are administrative regulations applied to foreigners entering and exiting Türkiye. These codes require foreigners to meet certain criteria for entry and may impose entry bans or restrictions in certain cases. Their primary purpose is to protect public order, security, and health. These codes, consisting of letter and number combinations, are categorized into different types.

Restriction codes are activated when a foreign individual poses a threat to public order, public health, or national security. The main restriction codes used are:

  • V Restriction: Applies to foreigners who have been issued a visa.
  • G Restriction: Applied to foreigners residing in Türkiye with temporary permission.
  • Ç Restriction: Used for foreigners who have been deported.
  • N Restriction: Applied for national security reasons.
  • K Restriction: Refers to foreigners recognized as refugees in Türkiye.

These codes vary depending on the legal status of the foreign individual in Türkiye and are enforced under specific legal and administrative regulations. Below are detailed explanations of some common G Restriction Codes and their meanings:

G Restriction Codes and Explanations

  • G-26 (Illegal Organization Activities): Applied to foreigners found to be involved in illegal organization activities in Türkiye or suspected of such involvement. If assigned this code, the individual is deported and banned from entering Türkiye. The duration of the ban is determined by the relevant authorities based on the severity of the situation.

  • G-34 (Forgery): Applied to foreigners found guilty of document forgery, whether official or private, or suspected of committing such offenses. This results in deportation and an entry ban into Türkiye.

  • G-42 (Drug-Related Offenses): Applied to foreigners involved in drug production, trafficking, or usage. The individual is deported and may be banned from entering Türkiye indefinitely or for a specified period.

  • G-43 (Smuggling Offenses): Applied to foreigners convicted or suspected of smuggling crimes as defined in the Turkish Penal Code. The individual is deported and prohibited from re-entering Türkiye.

  • G-48 (Facilitating or Providing Space for Prostitution): Applied to foreigners involved in facilitating or providing space for prostitution. The individual is deported and receives an entry ban.

  • G-58 (Homicide Crimes): Applied to foreigners found guilty of intentional or negligent homicide or suspected of such crimes. The individual is deported and denied re-entry into Türkiye.

  • G-64 (Threat Crimes): Applied to foreigners who have been determined to have threatened one or more individuals. This results in deportation and an entry ban.

  • G-65 (Theft): Applied to foreigners found guilty or suspected of theft, as defined in the Turkish Penal Code. The individual is deported and receives an entry ban.

  • G-66 (Robbery-Extortion): Applied to foreigners involved in robbery or extortion or suspected of such crimes. The individual is deported and banned from entering Türkiye.

  • G-67 (Fraud): Applied to foreigners proven to have committed fraud or strongly suspected of doing so. The individual is deported and denied entry to Türkiye.

  • G-78 (Foreigners with Infectious Diseases): Applied to foreigners diagnosed with an infectious disease. These individuals are banned from entering Türkiye indefinitely. However, if they provide a medical report proving recovery, the ban may be lifted. This code is often associated with cases where the disease is linked to prostitution.

  • G-82 (Activities Against National Security): Applied to foreigners determined to pose a threat to Türkiye’s national security or suspected of such activities. Based on the evaluation of the relevant authorities, the individual is deported and banned from entering Türkiye.

  • G-87 (Individuals Considered a General Security Threat): Applied to foreigners deemed a threat to public security or suspected of being so. The Directorate General of Migration Management evaluates intelligence reports from the National Intelligence Organization when making decisions. The individual is deported and prohibited from entering Türkiye.

  • G-89 (Foreign Terrorist Fighters): Applied to foreigners identified as terrorist fighters or strongly suspected of being so. The individual is deported and given a permanent entry ban into Türkiye.

These restriction codes regulate the entry and exit of foreigners in Türkiye and are enforced to ensure security, public order, and public health. The codes are assigned by the relevant authorities based on legal regulations and are subject to periodic updates as necessary.