V-68 (Residence Permit Subject to Ministry Authorization)
The V-68 restriction code is an administrative code imposed in cases where the residence permit applications of a foreigner are subject to the authorization of the Ministry. An individual with this code cannot be granted a residence permit unless permission is obtained from the Ministry. The ministry referred to here is the Ministry of Interior.
V-69 (Individuals Whose Residence Permits Have Been Cancelled)
The V-69 restriction code is issued for foreigners whose residence permits have been annulled. This code ensures that the foreign national is not granted a new residence permit for a period of 5 years. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban to Türkiye, please consult our expert immigration lawyers.
V-70 (Sham Marriage)
The V-70 restriction code is issued for those who engage in a sham (fake) marriage to acquire citizenship through marriage to a Turkish citizen. The residence permit of a foreigner with this code is cancelled, and an entry ban for a period of 5 years is imposed. The V-70 code is sometimes imposed without sufficient grounds. Despite the marriage being genuine, this code may be issued on the premise that it is a formality. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban to Türkiye, please contact our specialized immigration law attorneys.
V-71 (Foreigners Failing to Notify Address Changes or Providing False Declarations)
Foreign nationals are obliged to declare their correct addresses, especially when applying for a residence permit. Furthermore, they are required to report any change of address. The V-71 restriction code is issued for foreigners who act in violation of these obligations. Foreigners must report their address within a maximum of 20 days from the date of their residence permit application. Law enforcement officers conduct checks to verify if the individual resides at the declared address; if they are not found at said address, the V-71 code is issued. Additionally, the residence permit application is rejected, and an entry ban is imposed. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban, please consult our legal experts.
V-87 (Temporary Protection Holders Making a Voluntary Return)
Individuals residing in Türkiye under temporary protection status may return to their home countries of their own free will. This is referred to as "voluntary return." The V-87 restriction code is imposed on foreign nationals with temporary protection status if they return to their countries voluntarily. This code is commonly seen among Syrian citizens. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban to Türkiye, please contact our expert immigration lawyers.
Here is the professional English translation for the remaining restriction codes, maintaining the legal terminology suitable for a law firm's website or official documentation:
V-88 (Foreigners Whose Work Permits Are Invalidated)
The V-88 restriction code is issued for foreigners whose work permits have been invalidated. In addition to this code, the foreigner may be subject to administrative fines or a ban on entering the country. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban to Türkiye, please consult our expert immigration lawyers.
V-89 (Foreigners Subject to Readmission)
A deportation order is issued for foreigners who enter Türkiye through illegal means. The acceptance of a foreigner who is present in the country illegally by another country is defined as "readmission." The V-89 code is imposed on foreigners whose readmission has been facilitated in this manner. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban to Türkiye, please contact our specialized immigration law attorneys.
V-91 (Foreigners Under Temporary Protection Subject to Exit Permission)
Foreigners residing in Türkiye under a temporary protection permit are subject to exit permission requirements. The V-91 restriction code is issued in cases where leaving the country is subject to authorization. Instances may occur where this code is imposed irregularly; in such cases, the code must be removed. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban, please consult our expert legal team.
V-92 (Foreigners Under Temporary Protection with Duplicate Records)
The V-92 restriction code is issued for foreigners who have applied for temporary protection multiple times. In the event of multiple applications, the most recent application remains valid, while previous records lose their validity. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban to Türkiye, please contact our expert lawyers.
V-137 (Those Invited to Leave Türkiye)
In cases of work or residence permit violations, foreigners are required to be removed from the country. In such instances, the "invitation to leave" procedure is implemented. According to this procedure, the foreigner is granted a period of no less than 15 and no more than 30 days to leave the country voluntarily. The V-137 code is imposed to monitor whether the individual has complied with this exit requirement. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban, please consult our specialized lawyers.
V-144 (Individuals Released Under Article 57-A)
If a foreigner faces the risk of the death penalty, torture, or inhumane treatment in their home country or the country they are to be sent to, a deportation order is not issued. In these cases, a humanitarian residence permit is granted, and the V-144 restriction code is applied. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban to Türkiye, please contact our expert immigration lawyers.
V-145 (Voluntary Return)
The V-145 restriction code is issued for foreigners under international protection who return to their home country of their own free will. Upon returning to their country, the international protection granted to the individual is terminated. For foreigners under temporary protection who return voluntarily, code V-87 is applied instead.
V-146 (Annotated Turkish Passport)
An annotation (restriction) is placed on the passports of Turkish citizens subject to judicial proceedings. The V-146 restriction code is established for Turkish citizens whose passports contain such annotations. Additionally, it is observed that passport applications from Turkish citizens with ongoing judicial proceedings are frequently rejected. To lift the restriction code and resolve entry/exit issues, please consult our expert immigration lawyers.
V-147 (Spouse of a Turkish Citizen with an Annotated Passport)
The V-147 restriction code is applied to the spouses of Turkish citizens who have a V-146 code due to a judicial annotation on their passport. Similar to the V-146 code, passport applications under V-147 are also subject to rejection. Once these restriction codes are lifted, any obstacles regarding international travel will be removed. To lift the restriction code, please contact our specialized attorneys.
V-148 (Individual Residing in a Temporary Accommodation Center)
Temporary accommodation centers exist for foreigners who have been forced to leave their country and have no possibility of returning. The V-148 restriction code is established for foreigners residing in these centers. This code serves to notify that the foreigner is currently located in a temporary shelter. If the individual leaves the center, this code must be removed. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban, please consult our expert lawyers.
V-154 (Appeal to the Administrative Court Against a Deportation Order)
If a deportation order is issued against a foreigner, it is possible to lift the order by filing an annulment lawsuit. Furthermore, the institution that issued the deportation order is notified of the lawsuit. In this case, the foreigner cannot be deported until the annulment lawsuit is concluded. The V-154 restriction code is established for foreigners who have filed a lawsuit against a deportation order. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban, please contact our legal experts.
V-155 (European Court of Human Rights Interim Measure)
If a foreigner applies to the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) due to a practice they were subjected to in Türkiye, and the ECHR issues an interim measure regarding the individual, the V-155 restriction code is established. However, for this to occur, the interim measure application must be approved by the ECHR. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban, please consult our specialized immigration law attorneys.
V-156 (Legal Attorney Fees)
Foreigners may request legal assistance (an attorney) in lawsuits filed against the Presidency of Migration Management. If the lawsuit is rejected or dismissed, the statutory attorney fees must be paid by the foreign national. The V-156 restriction code is established against foreigners who fail to pay these fees. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban to Türkiye, please consult our expert immigration lawyers.
V-157 (Individuals Whose Residence Permit Applications Are Rejected)
The V-157 restriction code is issued when a foreigner's residence permit application is rejected based on the grounds specified in the Law on Foreigners and International Protection. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban to Türkiye, please contact our specialized immigration law attorneys.
V-158 (Cancellation of ID Cards for Foreign Mission Personnel/Family Members)
The V-158 code applies to individuals working in foreign diplomatic missions or their family members. If the identification cards of these personnel or their family members are cancelled, the V-158 restriction code is imposed. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban, please consult our legal experts in foreigners' law.
V-159 (Individuals Entering for Transit to a Third Country)
The V-159 code, which is among the informative restriction codes, is issued for foreigners who are transiting through Türkiye to another country. Since Türkiye serves as a major transit hub, this code is frequently encountered in practice. It does not create a negative status for the foreigner. To lift the restriction code and the entry ban to Türkiye, please contact our expert immigration lawyers.
How Can a Foreigner Restriction Code Be Removed?
Restriction codes imposed on foreigners may be removed either by applying to the administrative authority or by filing an annulment lawsuit.
Administrative Lawsuit for the Removal of the Restriction Code and Cancellation of the Entry Ban
Another way to remove a restriction code and the related entry ban is to file an annulment lawsuit. This lawsuit may be filed either without first applying to the administration or after such an application has been made. The time limit for filing a lawsuit is 60 days from the date of notification of the decision. An appeal may be filed within 30 days from the day following the notification of the first-instance court’s decision.
To remove a foreigner restriction code and lift the entry ban to Turkey, please contact our lawyers specialized in immigration law.
Annulment lawsuits filed for the removal of a restriction code do not automatically suspend the execution of the decision. In order for the execution to be suspended, it must be likely that the continued enforcement of the code would cause serious or irreparable harm. If this is proven and a request for suspension of execution is submitted to the court, the court may decide to suspend the execution.
To remove a foreigner restriction code and lift the entry ban to Turkey, please contact our lawyers specialized in immigration law.
How Long Does It Take to Remove a Restriction Code?
The removal of a restriction code generally takes approximately 6 to 12 months, depending on the workload of the courts.
To remove a foreigner restriction code and lift the entry ban to Turkey, please contact our lawyers specialized in immigration law.