If you are planning to apply for a passport, it’s important to know the details of this process. Below are the Turkish passport fees and required documents for 2024. Follow our step-by-step guide to get your passport.
Updated Passport Fees
The Turkish passport fees for 2024 vary depending on the duration:
| Duration | Fee | Booklet Fee | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Months | 1,639.30 TL | 790.00 TL | 2,429.30 TL |
| 1 Year | 2,396.60 TL | 790.00 TL | 3,186.60 TL |
| 2 Years | 3,912.60 TL | 790.00 TL | 4,702.60 TL |
| 3 Years | 5,558.30 TL | 790.00 TL | 6,348.30 TL |
| 3+ Years | 7,833.00 TL | 790.00 TL | 8,623.00 TL |
How to Get a Passport
- Gather Required Documents:
To apply for a passport, you need to gather the necessary documents. These usually include an ID card, biometric photo, and payment receipt. It’s important to check with the population directorate for the exact documents needed. - Fill Out the Application Form:
After gathering your documents, you need to fill out the application form completely and correctly. Make sure your personal and contact information is accurate. You can find the required application form here. - Pay the Fee:
You must pay the application fee before applying for your passport. The fee varies depending on the type and duration of the passport. Payments can be made at the banks designated by the population directorate. You can find the list of banks here. - Schedule an Appointment:
Some population directorates require you to schedule an appointment for passport applications. You can speed up the process by making an appointment here or by calling 199. - Application Process and Approval:
The population directorate will review your application, and if approved, your passport will be processed. The time it takes to process your application may vary depending on the volume of applications. - Receive Your Passport:
Once your application is approved, your passport will be sent to the address you provided. If it cannot be delivered, it will be kept at the PTT branch for 10 days before being returned to the application center.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How to Get a Passport Appointment?
Appointments can be made through the nvi.gov.tr website or by calling the Alo 199 Call Center.
Where to Apply for a Passport?
Within Turkey:
- Regular passport applications are made at provincial and district population directorates.
- Special and service-stamped passports are applied for at the provincial population and citizenship directorates.
Abroad:
- Applications are made at consulates.
How Many Types of Passports Are There?
There are six types of Turkish passports:
- Regular Passport – Red
- Special Stamped Passport – Green
- Service Stamped Passport – Grey
- Diplomatic Passport – Black (Issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
- Temporary Passport – Pink (Issued by Foreign Representations)
- Passport for Foreigners (Issued by the Directorate General of Migration Management)
What Documents Are Needed for a Regular Passport Application?
- Turkish ID card or temporary ID document,
- 1 biometric photo (taken within the last six months),
- Consent letter if the applicant is a minor,
- Student certificate (for student applicants),
- Proof of payment for the passport fee,
- Old passport (if applicable).
Where to Pay the Passport Booklet and Fee?
Payments can be made at tax offices, PTT branches, authorized banks, or through the Revenue Administration’s website.
Where to Track Passport Application and Delivery Process?
You can track your application on the NVI website, through the e-Government portal, or by calling 199.
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