Entry Bans and Restriction Codes
Entry Bans to Türkiye, Restriction Records and the Legal Avenues That May Apply
A decision imposing an entry ban to Türkiye on a foreign national, or the creation of a restriction record, may directly affect entry into Türkiye, visas, residence and other foreigners law procedures.
In every file, the reason for the entry ban or restriction code, the administrative act on which it is based, its duration and the foreign national's current legal situation must be examined separately. Because the same code or record may be linked to different events and administrative assessments, it is not correct to draw a definite legal conclusion merely from the name of the code.
Canaydın Law Firm provides services in the examination of the legal status of entry bans to Türkiye and of the Ç, G, N, V and other restriction records, administrative applications, the assessment of the possibility of a visa with a special annotation, and, where necessary, the conduct of litigation.
- Review of Entry Ban
- Assessment of Restriction Record
In Which Situations Can Entry Bans and Restriction Codes Arise?
01 — Entry Ban to Türkiye
An entry ban to Türkiye is an administrative act that prevents a foreign national from entering Türkiye for a certain period or within the scope of a legal situation.
Violations of lawful stay, deportation procedures, assessments relating to public order or public security, and other grounds provided for in the legislation may be linked to an entry ban.
It is not possible to correctly determine the legal avenue to follow without establishing the reason for and basis of the ban.
02 — Restriction Codes
Restriction records in the Ç, G, N, V and other groups may exist for foreign nationals with the Migration Management authorities and the relevant authorities.
The legal effect of a restriction record may vary according to the type of code, the administrative act or information on which the record is based, and the foreign national's current situation.
For this reason, not only the name of the code but also the act on which it is based and the scope of the file should be examined together.
03 — Entry Ban Arising from a Violation of Lawful Stay
Overstaying the period of a visa, visa exemption, residence permit, work permit or work permit exemption may result in an entry ban to Türkiye, depending on the length of the violation and the manner of departure.
The length of the violation, whether the person departed voluntarily, whether a deportation decision exists against them, and the status of administrative fines must be assessed together.
04 — Entry Ban Linked to a Deportation Procedure
For foreign nationals against whom a deportation decision has been made or who have been deported, an entry ban to Türkiye and restriction records may additionally arise.
Because the legal status of the deportation decision and the entry ban or restriction record may be separate administrative acts, the decisions in the file must be examined together.
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05 — Records Linked to Public Order and Public Security
Some entry bans and restriction records may be based on public order or public security assessments.
In such files, the basis of the record, the decisions notified to the foreign national, the existing administrative documents and the legal avenues that may apply must be examined specifically for the file.
06 — Records Identified at the Airport or Border Gate
When a foreign national arrives at a border gate to enter Türkiye, they may not be admitted to the country because of an existing entry ban or restriction record.
In this case, the procedure at the border gate, the INAD decision if any, the entry ban and the restriction record must be assessed together.
Is It Possible to Come to Türkiye While an Entry Ban Is in Place?
For foreign nationals who have an entry ban to Türkiye, depending on the nature of the file, the lifting of the entry ban, administrative or judicial avenues of appeal, or the possibility of a visa with a special annotation may come into play.
In Migration Management practice, persons who have an entry ban may be required, even if they are visa-exempt, to apply to Turkish diplomatic missions for a visa with a special annotation in order to enter Türkiye.
However, an application for a visa with a special annotation does not mean that permission to enter will definitely be granted. The outcome of the application is assessed by the competent authorities according to the reason for the entry ban and the applicant's situation.
How Are an Entry Ban and a Restriction Record Assessed?
A definite legal assessment should not be made merely on the basis of the restriction code or the length of the entry ban without seeing the existing documents in the file.
Administrative Application, Visa with a Special Annotation and Litigation
Administrative Application
Depending on the nature of the entry ban or restriction record, it may be possible to make an administrative application to the relevant authority for the record or decision to be reconsidered.
Visa with a Special Annotation
For foreign nationals who wish to come to Türkiye despite an entry ban for family, work, education, medical treatment or another special reason, the route of a visa with a special annotation may be assessed specifically for the file.
Annulment Action and Stay of Execution
If the administrative act based on the entry ban or restriction record is considered unlawful, the judicial avenues that may apply are examined separately, taking into account the nature of the decision and the status of its notification.
What We Do for You
Legal Review of the Entry Ban
The reason for the entry ban to Türkiye, the existing documents and the foreign national's entry and exit history are examined together.
Assessment of the Restriction Code
The legal effect and basis in the file of the Ç, G, N, V or other restriction records are assessed.
Review of Administrative Decisions and Notifications
The connection of the deportation, INAD, fine or other administrative documents issued to the foreign national with the entry ban and restriction record is examined.
Administrative Application
Depending on the nature of the file, the applications that can be made to the relevant authority are prepared and followed up.
Assessment of a Visa with a Special Annotation
For a foreign national who needs to enter Türkiye for a special reason, the suitability of the annotated visa route and the supporting documents are assessed.
Coordination of Litigation and Judicial Applications
In disputes arising from an entry ban or restriction record, the lawsuits and other judicial avenues of application that may apply are assessed separately.
Follow-Up of Ongoing Files
The current stage of an administrative application, visa or lawsuit file started earlier is reviewed, and the follow-up procedures are determined.
How the Process Works
- 01
Review of Existing Records and Documents
The passport, entry and exit records, notifications and other administrative documents issued to the foreign national are examined.
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Identification of the Entry Ban or Restriction Record
The type and basis of the existing record and its effect on the foreign national's legal situation are assessed.
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Determination of the Appropriate Legal Avenue
Which of the options of an administrative application, a visa with a special annotation or a judicial application suits the file is determined.
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Preparation of Documents and Petitions
The necessary documents, statements and petitions are prepared according to the nature of the application.
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Application Before the Relevant Authority
The application is carried out according to the procedure of the relevant administration, diplomatic mission or competent judicial authority.
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Additional Documents and Review Process
Additional information or documents requested by the competent authority are assessed and completed.
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Subsequent Entry and Status Procedures
In the event of a favorable development, entry into Türkiye, visa, residence or other related procedures are planned separately.
Were You Unable to Enter Türkiye Because of an Entry Ban or Restriction Record?
If you were not admitted to the country because of an existing record upon entering Türkiye, or if you encountered an INAD procedure, the documents issued at the border gate, the entry ban and the restriction record must be examined together.
Is It Necessary to File a Lawsuit Against an Entry Ban or Restriction Record?
If the existing administrative act is thought to be unlawful, the administrative and judicial avenues that may apply are assessed separately by examining the nature and basis of the decision, the date of notification and the documents in the file.
Do You Have an Ongoing File?
If you have a file previously started for the lifting of an entry ban, the review of a restriction record, a visa with a special annotation or a lawsuit, the necessary course of follow-up can be determined by examining the current stage and the procedures carried out.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do if I have an entry ban or restriction code for Türkiye?
First, the duration and basis of the entry ban and the nature of the restriction code are established. Depending on the file, the options of an administrative application, a visa with a special annotation or litigation can be assessed.