I want to apply for a visa but there is no Turkish Consulate in your residence country, you can apply for a visa from the Turkish Foreign Representative Office in closest neighboring third country.

Countries whose citizens are eligible can apply for E-visa online at:

https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/

The 90 / 180 Days Rule Visa:

This ruling comes under Turkish Law No.5683, concerning the Law on Residence and Travel of Foreigners in Turkey.

Visitors will be allowed to stay for up to 90 days only, within a 180 day period.

Turkey is not a Schengen country but the same rules apply so you can work out your visa duration of stay online at:|CLICK HERE|

Consequences of Overstaying the Visa 

The maximum duration for a foreigner to stay is 90 days.

After the expiration; the foreigner shall leave the country or apply for a Residence Permit immediately.

The foreigner shall be subjected to administrative monetary fines and/or banned from re-entering Turkey.

The bans start from a minimum of 1 month to a maximum of 5 years and depends on the period of overstay.

Fines if you overstay your visa (or do not renew your residency permit) in Turkey:

If you are in Turkey on a normal tourustic visa and you overstay, the first 10 days are excused.

In other cases including if you had residency permit that expired and even if you overstayed by 1 day: 

Fines:

The fines are based on:

USD$25 + x2 times the cost of residency for x1 year (cost of which varies between different nationalities but for most western passport holders, you can assume USS$80 per year) PLUS + USD$5/month

Ban Period: 

If you over stay less than 10 days then you paid over stay fine and you will not be banned from coming back into the country.

If you overstay for more than 10 days, then you can be banned for coming back into Turkey for a period of time:

Violation between 11 days to 3 months:

Banned period at the discretion of the immigration officer (generally nothing on the condition you pay your over stay fine, if imposed).

Violation between 3 months – 6 months:

Banned for 1 month before you can re enter the country again

Violation between 6 months – 1 year:

Banned for 3 month before you can re enter the country again

Violation between 1 year – 2 years:

Banned for 1 year before you can re enter the country again

Violation between 2 years – 3 years:

Banned for 2 years before you can re enter the country again

Violation more than 3 years:

Banned for 5 years before you can re enter the country again

How do countries that are not easily issued visit visa’s able to come to Turkey to buy property?

Worthwhile establishing a relationship or having some sort of in principal agreement with a real estate company to send you an invitation letter.

Foreigners who will stay more than the period granted by the visa or visa exemption, are required to obtain a residency permit

Refer Residency section for more details

Why has my Turkish visa been rejected?

One may be denied a visa for many reasons:

1. You may have a visa that is currently active (not expired).
2. The relevant authorities may have a reason to believe of your intent to not return to your home country or crossover to a third country or you may have a criminal record.
3. Your name (or similar name) may be on the entry ban list to Turkey.
4. Reason of travel not in line for purpose of e-visa. If you’re travelling for other than touristic reasons, you will need to apply for a visa through the Turkey Embassy/Consulate or representative agent.
5. Your nationality of passport may not be eligible for an e-visa from Turkey.
6. Failure to provide accurate information on your application with regards to reason of travel, meeting financial obligations etc.
7. Provision of false information or lack of documentation in your application.
8. Your passport may not be valid for up to 150 days after you enter Turkey

I am banned to enter Turkey. What should I do to enter Turkey?

You need to apply to the Turkish Foreign Representatives in your country and apply for an annotated visa (visa with special conditions) application.

An annotated visa ensures that foreigners who are banned from entering Turkey can legally enter the country.

The annotated visa process usually takes about 1 month.

Official Government E-Visa application Site:

https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/

Immigration Restriction Codes and Deportation Rules

The imposition of a restriction code can significantly impact a foreigner’s life, affecting their ability to reside, work, and integrate into Turkish society.

It’s crucial for foreigners to understand these codes to avoid inadvertent violations 

Types of Restriction Codes

V Codes (Visa and Residence Related)

G Codes (Criminal and Health Concerns)

C Codes (Compliance with Visa and Work Permits)

K Codes (Special Cases)

N Codes (Administrative Fines and Regulations)

O Codes (International Protection and Asylum Seekers)

Legal Pathways for Code Removal

Foreigners can challenge and seek the removal of restriction codes through administrative applications or court actions. Legal representation plays a pivotal role in navigating these processes.