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Turkey's Entry Ban Notification Form:
What are the Restriction Codes and How to Appeal?

     People who have been banned from entering Turkey can see the reason for the ban on the Entry Ban Notification Form given to them. If you are trying to enter Turkey from abroad and you are not allowed to enter the country because you have a ban order, sometimes an INAD passenger form is given instead of this form. In the INAD Passenger Form, it is not possible to see the restriction code or the reason for the ban in detail. It only states the law on which the ban is based. To find out the detailed reason for your ban, please see the article below or contact me. 

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     If you have been banned from entering Turkey, you will have a restriction code. Even if you know the exact restriction code, you will be able to understand the reason for the ban. Restriction codes consist of a letter and a number. You can see the restriction code in the Entry Ban Decision section of the ban decision notification form in the picture. In this picture given as an example, the restriction code for the foreigner is G-67.

entry ban decision

 

   It will be easier for you to appeal your ban order once you know the code that caused the ban order and the event that caused the code to be issued. The most important thing to remember is that you must appeal against the ban order within a total of 60 days after you are notified of the ban order. If you miss this period or if your appeal is rejected, the ban will be finalized. 

   Once the ban is finalized, your only way to enter Turkey will be to obtain a special visa called Özel Meşruhatlı visa. In order to obtain this special visa, you must have a valid and important excuse (health, education, family, etc.). Otherwise, you will not be able to enter the country for the duration of the ban. 

What is the Restriction Code?

     A restriction code is a code given to foreigners who are prohibited from entering Turkey for a certain period of time. This code is entered into the registry of the person to whom it is given and they are banned from entering the country for the specified period. 

     A restriction code is given to foreigners who come to Turkey for various purposes and who have committed administrative or judicial crimes by not showing due diligence to comply with the existing laws in the country, those who threaten public safety and health, or foreigners who violate visas. These codes consist of a letter and a number. 

     Each code has a different meaning and the restriction code is used to determine whether the foreigner has been deported or refused entry to the country. If you believe that you have been given a restriction code in error, you can have it removed through an appeal or a lawsuit. Only Turkish lawyers are authorized for cases in Turkey. 

     

Restriction Codes and Explanations

 The restriction codes and the actions or behaviors for which they are given are as follows:

     Ç Restriction Codes: 

     This restriction codes are generally given after visa violations, illegal entries or work permit violations. 

  • Ç-101 Code: Violation of a valid visa, visa exemption, residence permit or work permit / You will have entry ban 3 months.
  • Ç-102 Code: Violation of a valid visa, visa exemption, residence permit or work permit / You will have entry ban 6 months.
  • Ç-103 Code: Violation of a valid visa, visa exemption, residence permit or work permit / You will have entry ban 1 year.
  • Ç-104 Code: Violation of a valid visa, visa exemption, residence permit or work permit / You will have entry ban 2 years.
  • Ç-105 Code: Violation of a valid visa, visa exemption, residence permit or work permit / You will have entry ban 5 years.
  • Ç-113 Code: Illegal entry-exit.
  • Ç-114 Code: Given for foreigners with judicial process
  • Ç-115 Code: Foreigners released from prison.
  • Ç-116 Code: Those who threaten public order and health.
  • Ç-117 Code: Illegal workers.
  • Ç-118 Code: Those whose residence permit has been canceled.
  • Ç-119 Code: Failure of illegal workers to pay fines.
  • Ç-120 Code: Failure to pay fines for visa or residence permit violations.
  • Ç-135 Code: Violation of international protection law.
  • Ç-136 Code: Failure to pay travel expenses.
  • Ç-137 Code: Invitation to leave the country.
  • Ç-138 Code: INAD (Inadmissible) traveler.
  • Ç-141 Code: Persons considered a risk to international security.
  • Ç-149 Code: Persons considered a risk to public security.
  • Ç-150 Code: Attempting to enter with fraudulent documents.
  • Ç-151 Code: Migrant smuggler/human trafficker.
  • Ç-152 Code: Preventive entry ban.
  • Ç-166 Code: Failure to provide adequate reasons / insufficient financial support.
  • Ç-167 Code: Visa, residence permit, work permit violation 3-6 months/entry ban 1 month.
  • Ç-184 Code: This code, issued by the Directorate for Combating Irregular Migration and Deportation Affairs, means that the foreigner may be a person linked to conflict zones or may be able to cross to such zones through Turkey. Foreigners with the code Ç-184 cannot enter the country for 5 years. At the end of 5 years, if the same situation continues, it is possible to extend it for another 5 years. Therefore, it is recommended that foreigners with this code seek their rights in administrative courts and object to this code as soon as possible.  
  G Restriction Codes:
  G restriction codes are codes imposed on individuals in relation to public order and general security. There are different codes for different offenses. According to these codes, foreign persons are prohibited from entering the country. 
  • G-26 Code: Illegal Organization Activities
  • G-34 Code: Forgery of official/private documents 
  • G-42 Code: Drug Offenses 
  • G-43 Code:  Smuggling Offenses 
  • G-48 Code: Facilitating and providing a place for prostitution
  • G-58 Code:  Murder offenses
  • G-64 Code: Threat
  • G-65 Code: Theft
  • G-66 Code: Extortion and looting
  • G-67 Code: Fraud
  • G-78 Code: Foreigners carrying infectious diseases
  • G-82 Code: Activity against national security
  • G-87 Code: Persons who pose a danger to general security
  • G-89 Code: Persons Assessed as Foreign Terrorist Fighters
  K Restriction Codes:
  K restriction codes are codes for foreigners who are wanted on suspicion of having committed a smuggling offense. K stands for Kaçakçılık in Turkish which means Smuggling in English. 
   M Restriction Codes:
   M restriction codes are applied to individuals for whom Interpol has issued a Blue Notice. M stands for Mavi in Turkish which means Blue in English.  Blue notice is requested about a person in connection with a criminal matter to gather more information. Just like G-67, there is M-67 code for fraud crimes. When it is with M, you should know that it is about the Blue Notice. 
    N Restriction Codes:
    N restriction codes are codes that indicate that you need to get permission before going to Turkey. The authority to obtain permission is the Directorate of Migration Management. If you have this code and apply for an entry permit from the Directorate of Migration Management to enter Turkey and are rejected, you will be subject to an indefinite entry ban. 
     There are different types of N codes;
  • N-67 Code: Fraud Crimes (not international)
  • N-82 Code: A person who commits acts that damage or humiliate the reputation of the state or respect for the organs of the state
  • N-95 Code: It is the code established in case of non-payment of administrative fines imposed on persons who enter Turkey despite being banned from entering the country.
  • N-96 Code: Failing the pay administrative fine which was given for exiting the Turkey within the allowed period
  • N-97 Code: Failure to register address for residency permit
  • N-99 Code: People who has search warrant by Interpol
  • N-119 Code: Failure to pay the Administrative Fine for Illegal Work
  • N-120 Code: Failure to pay administrative fines for visa, residence and work permit violations
  • N-135 Code: Entering or trying to enter Turkey illegally.
  • N-168 Code: Failure to pay administrative fines on fleeing foreigners during detention under administrative detention pursuant to a deportation order, during detention in a removal center, during the execution of a deportation order
  • N-169 Code: Failure to pay the Administrative Fine imposed by the Ministry
  • N-170 Code: Administrative Fine Arising from Misdemeanor Law or Other Related Laws
  • N-171 Code: Failure to pay the Administrative Fine
  • N-172 Code: Failure to Pay Travel Expenses for Voluntary Repatriation
  O Restriction Codes:
  O Restriction codes are related to the International Protection Procedure. In particular, they are set in cases where applications for International protection have been rejected or withdrawn by the applicant. A code given when an application for international protection is withdrawn by the applicant or evaluated negatively by the immigration authorities. 
  • O-100 Code: It is a code given to foreigners who voluntarily withdraw their application for International Protection. In addition, this code is also given when the applicant is not found at the address specified in the application during the address check.
  • O-176 and O-177 Codes: Foreigners with a Negative Assessment of International Protection Request   
 V Restriction Codes:
  V restriction codes are;  
  • V-68 Code: Foreigners whose residence permit is subject to ministerial approval. 
  • V-69 Code: Foreigners whose residence permits have been canceled
  • V-70 Code: Fake marriage 
  • V-71 Code: Declaring a false address 
  • V-72 Code: Not notifying Immigration Office after changing registered address.
  • V-74 Code: Foreigners whose exit will be notified to ministries/governorates
  • V-77 Code: Applying even though they are not Meskhetian Turks
  • V-84 Code: Those who enter Turkey within 10 days subject to the condition of obtaining a residence permit
  • V-87 Code: Temporary protection holders who voluntarily return
  • V-88 Code: Foreigners whose work permits have been invalidated
  • V-91 Code: Foreigners under temporary protection whose exit from the country is subject to authorization
  • V-92 Code: Foreigners under temporary protection with duplicate registration
  • V-137 Code: Invited to leave Turkey
  • V-144 Code: Humanitarian residence permit
  • V-148 Code: Person sheltered in temporary accommodation center
  • V-154 Code: Those who have application to the administrative court against a deportation order
  • V-157 Code: Those whose residence permit requests were rejected
  • V-158 Code: Cancellation of foreign mission staff/family member ID card
  • V-163 Code: This code is not a ban code just a warning for the gate officer to check you more detailed.
  Y Restriction Codes:
  Y restriction codes are restrictions created by Interpol for individuals for whom a Green Notice has been issued. Y stands for Yeşil in Turkish shich means Green in English. 
  The green notice is used to monitor and track individuals who are suspected of committing crimes at the international level or who are criminals. The notice is issued in order to inform Interpol member states about the person in question and to gather additional information about him/her, if necessary. These codes contribute to crime prevention and international cooperation by controlling the cross-border movement of persons.
 

Conclusion

     When you want to enter Turkey, If you are not allowed to enter at the airport or at the border gates and you are told that there is an entry ban, first of all, do not panic. This can be by mistake or some misunderstanding with the documents. Even it is not, still there is no need to worry about something. 

   You will be given the relevant ban decision or the inadmissible passenger form (INAD) and your return ticket will be arranged. Do not offer money to the police or other officials who are with you in this situation. Likewise, do not believe anyone who asks for money, saying that they will help you. 

   If you are notified of a ban, you will be able to find out what the ban is about by looking at the code on the ban. If you have been given an INAD form, it will only contain the code of law on which the ban is based. Therefore, you will not be able to understand the reason for the ban. What you should do in this case is to contact with a lawyer to go to the immigration office and ask for the reason of the entry the ban. After learning the reason If you think that the reason is not related to you, you can appeal the ban decision.   

     Contact me for further assistance on this matter.

 

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