Immigration Restriction Codes for Foreigners and Deportation Cases in Turkey

V-68 (Residence permit subject to ministerial permission)

The receipt of a residence permit for foreigners with a V-68 code is only subject to the approval of the ministry. For these people, the process of obtaining a residence permit proceeds differently from the normal process and requires additional permission.

V-69 (Residence permit revoked)

V-69 is recorded when a foreigner's residence permit is cancelled, for example because the conditions of the permit are no longer met or the documents submitted were found to be false. It mainly affects later residence permit applications. Whether an entry ban is also imposed depends on the reason for the cancellation and on a separate decision.

V-70 (Fake marriage)

Foreigners who make fake marriages to obtain a residence permit in Turkey, if detected, are prevented from entering Turkey for up to 5 years by placing a V-70 restriction code on them.

V-71 (Foreigners who cannot be found at the address, who do not notify the change of address, who declare it untrue)

V-71 is a code placed on foreigners who change the address they have notified when obtaining a residence permit and do not notify the relevant authorities or who reside at an address other than the residence address they actually reported. It can be solved by administrative application.

V-74 (Foreigners whose exit will be notified to the ministries/governorates)

V-74 is a restriction code placed on foreigners who must notify the ministries or governorates of their exit before leaving Turkey. It can be removed by administrative application or lawsuit.

V-77 (applicants who are not Ahıska Turks)

If it is understood that the applicants who apply by stating that they are Ahıska Turks are not Ahıska Turks as a result of the necessary research, the V-77 restriction code is put to prevent them from applying for Ahıska Turk again.

V-84 (those who enter subject to the condition of obtaining a residence permit within 10 days)

V-84 is recorded for foreign citizens who have already used their 90 days in the last 180 days and are admitted on condition that they apply for a residence permit within 10 days. If they do not apply within 10 days, an entry ban can be applied.

V-87 (Temporary protection holder who voluntarily returns)

V-87 is a restriction code placed on foreigners who have temporary protection status in Turkey and voluntarily return to their country.

V-88 (Foreigners whose work permit has been invalidated)

V-88 is issued to foreigners who have a work permit and whose work permit has been canceled. Depending on the reasons for the cancellation of the work permit, a fine and a ban on entering Turkey may also be imposed. It needs to be resolved through a legitimate invitation, a new work permit application, or an administrative case.

V-91 (Foreigners under temporary protection whose exit from the country is subject to a permit)

The V-91 is placed on foreigners who are subject to temporary protection status and whose exit from the country is subject to a permit. These persons must obtain permission from the relevant authorities before leaving the country. The removal of the code can be through an administrative application or litigation.

V-92 (Foreigners under temporary protection with duplicate registration)

V-92 is the code for foreigners with temporary protection status who have been double-registered. If it is not self-corrected, an administrative application for the correction of the double record is required

V-137 (invited to leave Turkey)

Some foreigners who are given a deportation order are not removed immediately but are invited to leave Turkey within a period stated in the decision. If they leave within that period, no entry ban is imposed. If they are still in Turkey after it ends, the deportation decision is enforced and an entry ban can be imposed. These people are given a V-137 code.

V-144 (released under 57-A)

Some foreigners who have a deportation decision against them may not be able to return to their country, or if they return, this person's life may be in danger. In these cases, the foreigner can be deported to a third country. If this is not possible, the foreigner is not deported and a humanitarian residence permit is issued. In this process, the person is given the V-144 code. It can be removed with the annotated visa method.

V-146 (Turkish passport with annotation)

In practice, annotations are placed on the passports of some Turkish citizens, against whom legal proceedings have been initiated with the V-146 code. In some cases, the passport applications of these people are not finalized. This situation is actually against the law and it is necessary to go to court after the administrative application.

V-147 (Turkish citizen spouse with passport annotated)

Sometimes the spouses of the people in the situation we mentioned above are also annotated with the V-147 code on their passports, and the same practice is applied to these people. This situation constitutes a greater violation of law and should be brought to court after the administrative application.

V-148 (Person sheltering in temporary accommodation center)

Some foreigners may stay in temporary accommodation centers depending on the circumstances of the situation. In this case, these people are assigned the code V-148. It is an information code and can be removed with an administrative application when the accommodation process is over.

V-154 (Application to administrative court against deportation order)

As we will talk about below, a lawsuit can be filed in the administrative court against the deportation decision. In this case, the person is not deported. In this regard, the person can be given the code V-154. It is an informational code and not a harmful code. The case is eventually removed.

V-157 (Rejected residence permit applications)

V-157 is the code for foreigners whose residence permit applications are rejected. In order to abolish the code, it is necessary to apply for a legitimate visa or file a lawsuit in the administrative court against the refusal of the residence application.

V-158 (Foreign representative personnel/family member ID card cancellation)

Identity cards of people working in foreign representations or their family members may be canceled for some reason. In this case, the V-158 restriction code is assigned to the relevant persons. Depending on the reason for the cancellation of the card, it can be resolved by an administrative application or a lawsuit.

V-159 (Those who come to our country for transition to a third country)

V-159 is put on foreigners who come to the country for transit. It is an information code and does not harm foreigners

V-160 (Foreigners not found at their declared address)

V-160 is recorded when a foreigner cannot be found at the address registered with the authorities, or has not reported a change of address. It can delay or block residence permit renewals and can lead to the cancellation of a residence permit. Keep your address registration up to date and report any move on time.

G Restriction Codes

G-26 (Illicit organization activities)

G-26 is the code placed on foreigners who are involved in or suspected of being involved in illegal organization activities. However, it can be removed by litigation.

G-34 (Forgery)

G-34 is the code placed on foreigners who commit or are suspected of committing fraudulent crimes. However, it can be removed by litigation

G-42 (Drug crime)

G-42 is the code placed on foreigners who commit or are suspected of committing drug crimes. However, it can be removed by litigation.

G-43 (Smuggling crimes)

G-43 is the code placed on foreigners who commit or are suspected of committing smuggling crimes. However, it can be removed by litigation.

G-48 (Intermediation of prostitution and securing)

G-48 is the code placed on foreigners who commit or are suspected of committing the crime of intermediary in prostitution and securing a place. However, it can be removed by litigation.

G-58 (Killing crimes)

G-58 is the code placed on foreigners who commit or are suspected of committing murder crimes. However, it can be removed by litigation.

G-64 (Threat)

G-64 is the code placed on foreigners who commit or are suspected of committing a threat crime. However, it can be removed by litigation.

G-65 (Theft)

G-65 is the code placed on foreigners who commit or are suspected of committing theft. However, it can be removed by litigation.

G-66 (Robbery)

G-66 is the code placed on foreigners who commit or are suspected of committing robbery (yagma). However, it can be removed by litigation.

G-67 (Fraud)

G-67 is the code placed on foreigners who commit or are suspected of committing fraudulent crimes. However, it can be removed by litigation.

G-78 (Foreigners carrying infectious diseases)

Foreigners with a contagious disease are prevented from entering Turkey indefinitely by placing a G-78 restriction code. However, if an erroneous diagnosis has been made or if the foreigner has received treatment and regained his health, the ban on entry to Turkey will be lifted as a result of the application. A lawyer should be consulted about whether this application will be made with a lawsuit or an administrative application.

G-82 (Activity against national security)

G-82 is the code placed on foreigners who act or are suspected of engaging in activities against national security. It is similar to the G-87 code mentioned below. It can be put based on intelligence information like him. However, it can be removed by litigation.

G-87 (Persons in danger of general safety)

Based on some sources such as security intelligence, and the national intelligence agency, the G-87 restriction code can be set against foreigners and these people are deported. Such reports are sometimes based only on suspicion rather than concrete evidence, and in these cases the code can be challenged by filing a lawsuit in the administrative court. In addition, the deportation of some people with the G-87 code put their lives at risk in their own countries. In a case before the Constitutional Court, this procedure was canceled and the person was not deported, on the grounds that if the person with the G-87 restriction code was deported, his life would be at risk and the person would not pose a definite danger in terms of general security.

C Restriction Codes

The C-101 to C-105 and C-167 codes record entry bans for overstaying a visa, a visa exemption or a residence permit, or for working without a permit. For foreigners who leave voluntarily before the overstay is detected and pay the fees in full, the practice announced by the Presidency of Migration Management in June 2020, and still applied in 2026, is: usually no ban for up to 3 months of overstay, 1 month for 3 to 6 months, 3 months for 6 months to 1 year, 1 year for 1 to 2 years, 2 years for 2 to 3 years and 5 years for more than 3 years. Foreigners whose overstay is detected before they leave, or who leave without paying, can get longer bans. See our guide on how to pay the visa overstay fee in Turkey for details.

C-101 (Visa, visa exemption, residence, work permit violation/entry ban for 3 months)

C-101 is recorded for foreigners who violate the rules on visas, visa exemption, residence permits or work permits, together with an entry ban of 3 months. An administrative fine can also apply. A foreigner with this code can enter Turkey during the ban only with an annotated visa, which does not always remove the code, or after the ban is lifted or annulled by a court.

C-102 (Visa, visa exemption, residence, work permit violation/entry ban for 6 months)

C-102 is recorded for foreigners who violate the rules on visas, visa exemption, residence permits or work permits, together with an entry ban of 6 months. An administrative fine can also apply. A foreigner with this code can enter Turkey during the ban only with an annotated visa, which does not always remove the code, or after the ban is lifted or annulled by a court.

C-103 (Visa, visa exemption, residence, work permit violation/entry ban for 1 year)

C-103 is recorded for foreigners who violate the rules on visas, visa exemption, residence permits or work permits, together with an entry ban of 1 year. An administrative fine can also apply. A foreigner with this code can enter Turkey during the ban only with an annotated visa, which does not always remove the code, or after the ban is lifted or annulled by a court.

C-104 (Visa, visa exemption, residence, work permit violation/entry ban for 2 years)

C-104 is recorded for foreigners who violate the rules on visas, visa exemption, residence permits or work permits, together with an entry ban of 2 years. An administrative fine can also apply. A foreigner with this code can enter Turkey during the ban only with an annotated visa, which does not always remove the code, or after the ban is lifted or annulled by a court.

C-105 (Visa, visa exemption, residence, work permit violation/entry ban for 5 years)

C-105 is recorded for foreigners who violate the rules on visas, visa exemption, residence permits or work permits, together with an entry ban of 5 years. An administrative fine can also apply. A foreigner with this code can enter Turkey during the ban only with an annotated visa, which does not always remove the code, or after the ban is lifted or annulled by a court.

C-113 (Illegal entry and exit)

Foreigners who enter or leave Turkey illegally can be given the C-113 code, which is usually reported to carry an entry ban of 2 years, and an administrative fine is also imposed (recorded with code N-135). If the fine is not paid, entry can also be made subject to prior permission until it is paid. The fine and the entry ban are administrative decisions that can be challenged in court within the legal deadlines; an independent lawyer registered with a Turkish bar association can advise on this.

C-114 (Foreigners who are subject to legal proceedings)

C-114 can be recorded for foreigners who are subject to criminal proceedings in Turkey, even before any conviction. Sources report an entry ban of 1 or 2 years; the length depends on the decision in each case. The code and the entry ban can be challenged in the administrative court.

C-115 (Foreigners released from prison)

Those who have committed a crime and completed their imprisonment in Turkey will be banned from entering Turkey for a period of 1 year. It can be resolved with an administrative lawsuit.

C-116 (Foreigners who endanger public morals and public health)

Foreigners who act against general morality or endanger public health can be banned from re-entering Turkey with the C-116 code; sources usually report a ban of 1 year, and in some cases up to 5 years. Bars, nightclubs, etc. Regarding foreign women taken from entertainment venues, it is written in the arrest report by the law enforcement officers that "it is considered that they came to the venue for the purpose of prostitution" and with this statement alone, residence or work permits of foreign women are canceled and foreigners can be deported for this reason. Such decisions are sometimes made even without evidence of prostitution, and they can be challenged in court; an independent lawyer registered with a Turkish bar association can advise you.

C-117 (Illegitimate employees)

Foreigners working illegally in Turkey are prevented from re-entering Turkey for a period of 1 year by setting a restriction code of C-117. Administrative fines are also applied. It can be solved with annotated visa method.

C-118 (Persons whose residence permit has been revoked)

When it is determined that foreigners who have obtained a residence permit in Turkey are using their residence permit for other purposes, they are prevented from entering Turkey for 5 years by applying the C-118 restriction code. It is possible to re-enter Turkey by obtaining an annotated visa.

C-119 (Failing to pay fines of illegal workers)

If the administrative fine imposed on foreigners working illegally in Turkey is not paid when leaving Turkey, the restriction code C-119 is processed and they are prevented from entering Turkey for 5 years. The situation can be resolved with the annotated visa method.

C-120 (Failure to pay the fine due to visa or residence violation)

If the fees and fines for a visa or residence violation are not paid when leaving Turkey, the restriction code C-120 is processed and an entry ban of up to 5 years can be applied. The person is not allowed to enter again until the debt is paid, even after the ban ends. For the current ban table and how to pay at the airport, see our guide on how to pay the visa overstay fee in Turkey.

C-135 (Foreigners and those who violate international protection law)

Administrative fines are imposed on foreigners and foreigners who violate the international protection law. If this fine is not paid, they will be prevented from entering Turkey for a period of 5 years by placing a restriction code C-135. The code can be removed by obtaining an annotated visa.

C-136 (Those who do not pay their travel expenses)

If the foreigners are not able to cover their travel expenses while being deported, they are covered by the Republic of Turkey and these costs are requested to be paid in order to re-enter by processing the restriction code C-136.

C-137 (Foreigners invited to leave)

Foreigners with a deportation decision are often given a period of 15 to 30 days to leave Turkey. Those who leave within that period are normally not given an entry ban (Law No. 6458, article 9). Those who do not leave in time can be given the C-137 code, the deportation decision is then enforced, and an entry ban of up to 5 years can be imposed. During the ban, entry is possible only with an annotated visa or after the ban is lifted or annulled by a court. The deportation decision itself can be challenged in the administrative court within 7 days of notification.

C-138 (INAD passenger)

C-138 is recorded for an inadmissible (INAD) passenger: a foreigner who is refused entry at the border and sent back to where they came from, once or several times. Sources report that an entry ban of up to 5 years can be linked to it. Depending on the situation, an objection to the authority or a lawsuit may be needed; consult an independent lawyer.

C-141 (Foreigner whose entry to Turkey is subject to the permission of the Ministry)

C-141, the restriction applied by the Immigration Administration to the passport information of the foreigner by the "MINISTRY OF INTERIOR", in line with the intelligence information obtained before or while being deported from Turkey, due to the violation of judicial or administrative law that he has committed against Turkey in Turkey or abroad. is the code. Permission must be obtained from the Ministry for entry. If permission is not given, different legal remedies may be applied according to the response of the ministry. However, as with the N-82 code, this permission is hardly ever granted in practice. This is an application for the ban on entry into the country. In this case, it is practically impossible for the foreigner to enter Turkey without filing a lawsuit and canceling the code.

C-150 (Those who try to log in with a fake document)

C-150 is the code given to foreigners who present false documents during their entry into Turkey. It can be removed through an annotated visa or, in some cases, by litigation.

C-151 (Immigrant smuggler/human trafficker)

C-151 is the code placed on foreigners who commit or are suspected of committing an immigrant smuggling crime. However, it can be removed by litigation.

C-152 (Foreigners who are prevented from entering the country as a precautionary measure)

C-152 is placed on foreigners who are prevented from entering the country as a precaution (just in case). This code can be removed by lawsuit or a legitimate visa.

C-166 (He who does not justify his entry / does not have financial means)

C-166 is the code placed on foreigners who do not justify their reason for coming while obtaining a visa or entering the country, or who do not have sufficient financial means during their stay even if they are. It can be removed with an annotated visa.

C-179 (Organ or tissue trafficking)

C-179 is the code placed on foreigners who are deported for organ or tissue trafficking. Sources report an entry ban of 5 years. It can be challenged in court.

K Restriction Codes

K (wanted for smuggling)

The K restriction code is generally set for foreigners who commit smuggling crimes and for whom an arrest warrant has been issued. This code may not give an entry ban. It can even be put in order to prevent going abroad.

N Restriction Codes

N codes mean that entry to Turkey is subject to prior permission. Since a December 2019 change to Law No. 6458 (article 9), entry can be made subject to prior permission by the Presidency of Migration Management for public order, public security or public health reasons, and by governorships for unpaid administrative fines and other public debts. Codes linked to unpaid fines are usually cleared once the debt is paid.

N-82 (Foreigner whose entry is subject to prior permission)

In the N-82 restriction code, the foreigner has to obtain a preliminary permit to enter Turkey. However, this permission is almost never allowed in practice. This is an application for the ban on entry into the country. In this case, it is not possible for the foreigner to enter Turkey without filing a lawsuit and canceling the code.

N-99 (Interpol code)

The N-99 Interpol restriction code is set for persons who have an Interpol search bulletin issued in their own country or by a country that is a member of the Interpol system. This type of code can also cause an entry ban to Turkey. The discretion to impose an entry ban rests with the state. It is a serious code, but it can sometimes be removed through an administrative application or a court case; consult an independent lawyer.

O Restriction Codes

O-100 (Asylum seeker whose address is unknown)

O-100 is the restriction code for asylum seekers whose whereabouts are unknown. When deported from Turkey, the O-100 restriction code applies to foreigners who are banned from entering the country and who are not found at the address they declared when applying to the Provincial Directorates of Migration Management in Turkey.

O-176 (3 years for foreigners whose international protection request is evaluated negatively)

Foreigners who apply for international protection are evaluated for eligibility for this status. If the result of the evaluation is not suitable, this code is put. After the administrative application, a lawsuit can be filed.

O-177 (5 years for foreigners whose international protection request is evaluated negatively)

Foreigners who apply for international protection are evaluated for eligibility for this status. If the result of the evaluation is not suitable, this code is put. After the administrative application, a lawsuit can be filed.

How Can Foreign Restriction Codes Be Removed?

We explained above that different restriction codes are set for foreigners due to different reasons, and accordingly, the times for re-entry into Turkey vary. In order to remove the restriction code, it can be removed by an administrative application or a legitimate invitation in some cases, as well as by an administrative court. It is also very important in terms of the roadmap that you work with a lawyer in this regard. Because each code contains a different legal path within itself.

Administrative Action for Removal of the Restriction Code

Persons against whom a deportation decision has been made and a restriction code has been processed can ask for the restriction code decision to be cancelled by filing a lawsuit in the administrative court. Against a deportation decision, the deadline is 7 days from the date the decision is notified (Law No. 6458, article 53), and the court must decide within 15 days once the case file is complete; its decision is final. It will be necessary to take different actions according to each restriction code and to make a different defense in the case. If there is a foreigner who has a restraining code and a deportation decision has been made, it is the most logical way to file a lawsuit against this foreigner for the annulment of the deportation decision as soon as possible. If an action for annulment is filed against the deportation decision, the outcome of the action for annulment is awaited in order for the person to be deported. In other words, unless the foreigner agrees to leave, they are not deported during the 7-day period and, if a lawsuit is filed in time, until the case ends. The former exception for people deported for links to terrorist or criminal organisations or as a threat to public order, public security or public health was removed from the law in December 2019, so this protection now applies to them as well. IMPORTANT: the deadlines are short, so consult an independent lawyer registered with a Turkish bar association as soon as you receive the decision. Representation in court is reserved for lawyers; Turkey Residence Agency is an immigration advisory firm and does not handle objections or court cases.

Frequently Asked Questions and Short Answers
What is the restriction code?

The restriction code is called the code that only informs about the foreigner in some cases, and indicates the reason for the foreigner's entry ban or deportation in some cases.

Can foreigners enter Turkey after the removal of the restriction code?

Yes. If the foreigner does not have another entry ban to Turkey, entry is possible after the code that prohibits entry is removed.

How long will it take for the restriction code removal case?

It depends on the court and the type of decision. By law, a case against a deportation decision must be decided within 15 days once the case file is complete. For other restriction codes and entry bans, the general deadline to sue is 60 days from notification, and these cases can take many months. An independent lawyer can tell you what to expect in your case.

If the foreigner with a deportation decision sues for annulment, will he be deported?

Generally no. Unless the foreigner agrees to leave, the deportation decision is not enforced during the 7-day period for filing a lawsuit and, if a lawsuit is filed in the administrative court within that period, until the case ends. Since a December 2019 amendment, this applies to all foreigners, including those deported on public order, public security or terrorism grounds. If the case is won, the decision is annulled.

What is an annotated visa?

Visas that include expressions such as treatment, family reunification, education, work, official duty, and tourism in the purpose part of the visa are called legitimate visas. An annotated visa allows foreigners who are banned from entering Turkey to enter the country legally.

How long does an annotated visa application take?

Processing times depend on the consulate and the type of visa, so ask the Turkish consulate where you apply. An annotated visa lets you enter Turkey for the purpose written on the visa despite an entry ban; when you enter, the authorities may remove the ban record or keep it on file. Because each case is different, we recommend that you consult an independent lawyer registered with a Turkish bar association.

Rules checked in October 2026. They change often, so confirm them with the Presidency of Migration Management (goc.gov.tr) or an independent lawyer before you act.

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