Foreign restriction codes are administrative regulations determined for foreign nationals entering and exiting Turkey. These codes require foreigners to meet specific criteria to enter the country and may also impose entry bans or restrictions in certain situations. The primary goal is to protect societal interests such as public order, security, and health. These codes, composed of combinations of letters and numbers, are categorized into different types.

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

  • V Restriction: Applied to foreigners granted a visa.
  • G Restriction: Applied to foreigners in Turkey under temporary permits.
  • Ç Restriction: Applied to foreigners who are deported.
  • N Restriction: Applied for national security reasons.
  • K Restriction: Applied to foreigners granted refugee status in Turkey.

These codes may vary according to the legal status of the foreigner in Turkey and are enforced under legal and administrative regulations. Below are some common V Restriction Codes and their explanations:

V Restriction Codes and Explanations

  • V-68 (Residence Permit Subject to Ministry Approval): This code indicates that the foreigner’s residence permit application requires approval from the Ministry of Interior. Residence cannot be granted without this approval.

  • V-69 (Cancelled Residence Permits): This code applies to foreigners whose residence permits have been cancelled and prevents the issuance of a new residence permit for 5 years.

  • V-70 (Fake Marriage): Applied to foreigners attempting to gain citizenship through a fraudulent marriage with a Turkish citizen. In this case, the residence permit is cancelled, and a 5-year entry ban is imposed.

  • V-71 (Failure to Report Address Change): This code is applied when foreigners fail to report their address changes, leading to the rejection of residence permit applications and an entry ban.

  • V-74 (Foreigners Requiring Ministry/Province Approval for Exit): Applied to foreigners under international protection whose exit from Turkey is subject to permission. This code is used in cases requiring exit permits.

  • V-77 (Those Applying as Ahiska Turks Without Being One): Used for foreigners applying for Ahiska Turk status when they are not eligible.

  • V-84 (Entry with the Condition to Obtain Residence Permit within 10 Days): A code for foreigners entering Turkey with the commitment to obtain a residence permit within 10 days. This system ended on June 9, 2020.

  • V-87 (Voluntary Return by Temporary Protection Holders): Applied when foreigners with temporary protection status voluntarily return to their home country.

  • V-88 (Foreigners Whose Work Permit is Invalidated): A code for foreigners whose work permits have been cancelled.

  • V-89 (Foreigners Accepted for Readmission): This code is used when a foreigner, who entered Turkey illegally, is accepted by another country for readmission.

  • V-91 (Exit Permitted Foreigners Under Temporary Protection): Applied to foreigners under temporary protection whose exit from Turkey requires permission.

  • V-92 (Duplicate Registration of Foreigners Under Temporary Protection): Applied when the same person applies for temporary protection multiple times. Only the most recent application is considered valid.

  • V-137 (Invited to Leave Turkey): In cases of work or residence permit violations, foreigners are given a certain period to leave Turkey voluntarily.

  • V-144 (Foreigners Released Under 57-A): This code is applied when a foreigner cannot be deported due to the risk of facing the death penalty, torture, or inhuman treatment, and is granted humanitarian residence permission.

  • V-145 (Voluntary Return): Applied to foreigners under international protection when they return to their home country.

  • V-146 (Turkish Passport Restriction): Applied to Turkish citizens whose passports are restricted due to legal procedures.

  • V-147 (Spouse of Turkish Citizen with Passport Restriction): This restriction is applied to the Turkish citizen spouse whose passport has a legal procedure restriction.

  • V-148 (Person Staying in Temporary Shelter Center): Applied to foreigners staying in temporary protection centers.

  • V-153 (Constitutional Court’s Measure for Third Countries): Applied when the Constitutional Court issues a measure to prevent a foreigner’s deportation.

  • V-154 (Appeal to the Administrative Court Against Deportation Decision): Applied when a foreigner appeals a deportation decision to the administrative court.

  • V-155 (European Court of Human Rights Interim Measure): Applied to foreigners who have received an interim measure decision from the European Court of Human Rights.

  • V-156 (Attorney’s Power of Attorney Fee): Applied when a foreigner requests legal assistance for cases against the Directorate General of Migration Management.

  • V-157 (Appeal Against Deportation Decision): Applied when a foreigner appeals against a deportation decision and is temporarily protected from deportation during the appeal process.

  • V-158 (Exiting Temporary Shelter Center): Applied to foreigners who have exited temporary shelter centers.

  • V-159 (Persons Who Have Applied for International Protection): Applied to persons who have applied for international protection and whose applications are still under review.

  • V-160 (Address Not Found): This code is applied when a foreigner cannot be found at their reported address, potentially causing issues with residence permit renewals or other administrative procedures.