Foreign restriction codes are administrative regulations set for foreign nationals entering and exiting Turkey. These codes require foreign nationals to meet specific criteria to enter the country and may sometimes impose entry bans or restrictions. The primary purpose of these codes is to protect public order, security, and health. The codes, composed of letter and number combinations, are categorized into various types.

Restriction codes are activated when a foreign individual threatens public order, public health, or national security. The main restriction codes are as follows:

  • V Restriction Code: Applies to foreigners who have been granted a visa.
  • G Restriction Code: Applied to foreigners temporarily staying in Turkey.
  • Ç Restriction Code: Valid for foreigners who have been deported.
  • N Restriction Code: Applied for national security reasons.
  • K Restriction Code: For those wanted for smuggling crimes.
  • M Restriction Code: Applied to those involved in fraud, identified by Interpol.
  • O Restriction Code: Related to international protection matters.
  • Y Restriction Code: For individuals subject to a "Green Notice" issued by Interpol.

These codes can vary depending on the legal status of the foreigner in Turkey and are implemented within the framework of specific legal and administrative regulations.

Other Restriction Codes:

  • K Restriction Codes (Wanted for Smuggling Crimes): This code is applied to foreigners wanted for smuggling crimes. It prevents them from entering Turkey and ensures their deportation.

  • M Restriction Codes:

    • M-67 (Interpol Fraud): Foreigners identified by Interpol in connection with fraud are required to obtain prior permission from the Ministry of Interior before entering Turkey.

  • O Restriction Codes (International Protection Related Codes): These codes apply when international protection applications are rejected or voluntarily withdrawn. The codes include:

    • O-100 (Voluntarily Withdrew from International Protection Application/Entry Banned for 1 Year): Foreign nationals who voluntarily withdraw their international protection application are banned from entering Turkey for one year.
    • O-176 (International Protection Application Denied - 3 Years): Foreigners whose international protection application is denied are banned from entering Turkey for 3 years.
    • O-177 (International Protection Application Denied - 5 Years): Foreign nationals whose international protection application is rejected or whose protection has been canceled are banned from entering Turkey for 5 years.

  • Y Restriction Codes: These are applied to individuals who have a "Green Notice" issued by Interpol. A Green Notice identifies individuals wanted for international crimes, and the notice is shared among Interpol member countries.

These codes may vary depending on the foreigner's legal status in Turkey and are applied based on legal regulations.