G-87 Restriction Code: A Specific Entry Ban to Turkey
Turkey is an attractive destination for foreigners thanks to its flexible Turkish visa system, modern facilities, and low cost of living. One of the most common immigration issues faced by foreigners living in Turkey or wishing to come to Turkey is the travel ban. The entry ban to Turkey, also known as the Turkish visa ban, can be based on various reasons, ranging from exceeding the visa period to failure to pay administrative fines. With the help of the right Turkish immigration lawyer, it is possible to easily lift this ban.
As Viridis Legal Partners, your immigration lawyer in Istanbul, we are at your side for the fastest removal of the decision taken against you to ban you from entering Turkey.
What is the G-87 Restriction Code in Turkey?
G-87 restriction code can be defined as a restriction code that is based on preventing foreigners from entering Turkey on grounds of public safety and public safety.
As is well known, entry bans to Turkey are the result of administrative procedures that legally prevent foreigners from entering Turkey if they are abroad, or that are applied in conjunction with deportation if they are in Turkey. Restriction codes are used to indicate the reason for this entry ban. These codes are entered into the foreign national’s passport and are presented to them when they attempt to enter Turkey at airports or border gates.
Legal Basis Of The G-87 Code
The legal basis for the ban on entry into Turkey is set out in Article 9 of the Law on Foreigners and International Protection No. 6458.
“Prohibition of entry into Turkey
ARTICLE 9 – (1) The General Directorate may, when necessary, after consulting with the relevant public institutions and organisations, prohibit the entry into Turkey of foreigners whose entry is deemed detrimental to public order, public safety or public health. …
(3) The duration of the entry ban into Turkey shall not exceed five years. However, in cases where there is a serious threat to public order or public safety, this period may be extended by the General Directorate for a maximum of ten additional years….
(7) The General Directorate may condition the admission of foreigners into the country on prior approval for reasons of public order, public safety, or public health; provincial governors may do so for reasons of administrative fines and public debts.”
Accordingly, the General Directorate of Migration Management may impose an entry ban into Turkey on grounds of public safety. The entry ban is imposed for a maximum period of five years and may be extended by the General Directorate of Migration Management for up to ten years. Therefore, it can be said that the maximum duration of the entry ban and the G-87 restriction code is fifteen years.
Related Entry Bans and Other G Restriction Codes
G restriction codes are applied in cases where a foreign national has committed a crime. There is a separate G restriction code for almost every crime. N restriction codes are applied in cases where the foreigner’s entry into Turkey is subject to prior authorisation. O restriction codes are applied to foreigners who have applied for asylum. Ç restriction codes can be based on a wide variety of reasons. However, in most cases, it has been observed that the Ç code is applied in cases of behaviour contrary to immigration legislation.
For example, G-26 is applied to foreigners who are involved in or suspected of being involved in illegal organisation activities, while G-34 is applied to forgery, G-42 to drugs, G-43 to smuggling, G-48 to prostitution, G-58: murder, G-64: threats, G-65: theft, G-66: looting, G-67: fraud. In contrast, G-78 is the code applied to foreigners suspected of carrying infectious diseases.
Similar to the G-87 code, the G-82 code is applied to foreigners believed to pose a threat to national security, while the G-89 code is applied to individuals assessed as foreign terrorist fighters.
How is the G-87 Code Applied?
Foreigners are often informed of their entry ban to Turkey at airport arrivals through INAD (inadmissible) passenger procedures. Additionally, during deportation, individuals may also be subject to an entry ban to Turkey. At this stage, the foreigner may be notified of the entry ban procedure. Furthermore, during visa applications at consulates, a ban on entry into Turkey may also be encountered by the foreign national.
Legal Consequences of a G-87 Entry Ban
The G-87 code is usually applied to foreigners who are abroad when they enter Turkey, and notification is given at border gates or airports. In this case, the foreigner is sent back to the country they came from. If the restriction code is applied while the foreign national is in Turkey under a valid visa, residence permit, or work permit, it is typically enforced alongside measures such as the revocation of the valid work or residence permit, deportation, and administrative detention.
We have stated that the G-87 code is applied for reasons of public safety. According to Article 9 of the aforementioned Law No. 6458, the duration of the entry ban to Turkey applied for reasons of public safety is 5 years. This period may be extended up to 10 years at the administrative authority’s discretion. In other words, the duration of the entry ban into Turkey imposed due to the G-87 code is a minimum of five years and a maximum of 15 years.
How to Check If You’re Banned from Entering Turkey
Unfortunately, it is not possible to find out whether a foreign national is subject to an entry ban to Turkey through online systems or consular channels. In such cases, the foreign national must submit a petition in person or through their lawyer to the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management and request information about the entry ban procedures applied. In the vast majority of cases, this is not possible because the foreign national is abroad and has a G-87 code. It is also not possible for a foreign national in Turkey to apply in person because they want to avoid measures such as deportation and administrative supervision. In this case, the most viable solution is for a Turkish immigration lawyer to apply to the administration with a power of attorney.
How to Remove or Challenge a G-87 Ban
The lifting of the entry ban into Turkey may require to following of special procedures related to the grounds for the entry ban. These include the payment of administrative fines imposed in conjunction with the entry ban, applying to the administration to appeal the travel ban, visa pre-approval procedures, annotated visas, and finally, filing a lawsuit in the administrative court to request the cancellation of the procedure on which the entry ban is based.
In cases involving the G-87 code, administrative fines are generally not imposed unless there are exceptional circumstances. It has been observed that, while the restriction is in place, pre-approved or authorised visas are not issued, and this method is often ineffective. Therefore, the most effective method to secure entry into Turkey by removing the G-87 code is to apply to the administration and subsequently file a lawsuit or directly file a lawsuit in the administrative court.
Appealing The G-87 Restriction Code Entry Ban To Turkey
In Turkish law, just as administrative proceedings are available for actions taken by the administration that are contrary to the law, the opportunity is also provided to request that the action be brought into compliance with the law by applying to the administration that carried out the action before requesting its cancellation from the court. A foreign national subject to an entry ban into Turkey under code G-87 has the right to apply to the Directorate General of Migration Management by submitting a petition requesting the lifting of the restriction before filing a lawsuit.
Cancellation Lawsuit Against The G-87 Code And Entry Ban To Turkey
Appealing the entry ban to Turkey and filing a lawsuit with the administrative court to request the lifting of the entry ban to Turkey is an effective legal remedy against the G-87 restriction code. Since the entry ban into Turkey is an administrative procedure, it is possible to apply to the administrative court within sixty days of the notification of the ban to request the cancellation of the procedure. In addition, since the effects of the procedure continue while the ban is in force, it is always possible to file a lawsuit. For example, a foreigner who has been subject to a five-year entry ban under the G-87 code can file a lawsuit for cancellation three years before the expiry of the ban. Depending on the grounds for the ban, the defences against the lawsuit may vary. For example, if a foreign national subject to a travel ban to Turkey under code G-87 has an ongoing criminal case or a criminal record, this will affect the lawsuit in different ways. It is very important to work with a Turkish immigration lawyer to ensure that the case is handled effectively and the best possible outcome is achieved. These cases can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months, depending on factors such as the workload of the courts.
Annotated Visas To Turkey To Avoid G-87 Restriction Code Entry Ban To Turkey
Even if the country of which the person is a citizen has a visa exemption to Turkey, s/he needs to obtain an annotated visa to enter Turkey when there is a G-87 restriction code and a ban on entry to Turkey. When an annotated visa is obtained, the person is allowed to enter Turkey for special purposes such as family reunification, education, treatment etc., even if the person is banned from entering the country. Therefore, in practice, annotated visas are also used to solve the problem of an entry ban.
Annotated visas should not be confounded with pre-permit visas. In a pre-permit visa, the visa application is reported to the Ministry of the Interior Affairs and the visa is not issued without the approval of the Ministry of the Interior Affairs. N-82 and N-coded prohibition orders often require a pre-permit procedure.
How Viridis Legal Partners Can Help: Your Immigration Lawyer In Turkey
At Viridis Legal Partners, we understand how important it is for you to choose the right Turkish immigration lawyer. As your immigration lawyer in Istanbul, we have extensive experience and deep expertise in many areas of immigration law, including entry bans into Turkey, overstay fines, lifting of entry bans into Turkey with G, Ç or N codes, supporting Ministry of Interior visa pre-approval applications, and INAD passenger procedures. Additionally, as your English-speaking immigration lawyers in Turkey, we ensure clear and effective communication so you can fully understand your legal options and the relevant procedures.
What sets Viridis Legal Partners apart is our knowledge of both Turkish and international legal standards. Our expertise in both local and international frameworks ensures that your cases related to the lifting of entry bans into Turkey are resolved efficiently and without unnecessary delays. With the support of Viridis Legal Partners, you can benefit from specialised legal advisory services designed to meet your needs and help you achieve your immigration goals in Turkey.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does the G-87 code mean at the Turkish borders?
G-87 is a restriction code which means the foreign national is banned to travel Turkey with the the public security and public safety reasons.
How can I know if I have a G-87 restriction?
Unfortunately, it is not possible to check whether an entry ban has been imposed by Turkey, and acquire information about the reasons for the ban or restrictions codes via online or at Turkish consulates. However, a Turkish immigration lawyer can investigate on your behalf if you issue a power of attorney.
Can I apply for an annotated visa if I have a G-87 code?
It is attainable to apply for an annotated visa to Turkey even if you have a G-87 code imposed on your passport. In case of the rejection of your annotated visa application, you can sue against all these administrative actions in one cancellation lawsuit as well.
Is the G-87 restriction permanent?
No, it is not. Most of the G restriction codes, like G-87, prohibit the foreigners for a five years to fifteen years period of time.
Can I enter Turkey with legal support after a G-87 ban?
It is possible to re-enter Turkey legally by filing a lawsuit against the G-87 restriction code.
