If it is your dream to cross borders and discover brand-new countries it is time to apply for a passport! If you do not know which passport you should apply for when you should do it, and how to start the process, do not worry! We have compiled all the details you need to know about getting the right passport for you!
There may be many question marks in your mind about the passport process, which is the essential document you need to travel abroad. In this article, we discuss all the details you need to know, such as how many years the passport is issued for, and the passport renewal fees. We will explain the steps one by one. If you want to travel, leave the rest to Odamax!
1. What are the Types of Passports?
There are four distinct types of passports in Türkiye. So, you need to know which passport to apply for when before planning your trip. Any citizen who follows the standard passport procedures can have a public passport. However, there are other types of passports that require some special criteria. Let us look at those now!
1.1. What is Red Passport? To Whom is it Given?
The Red Passport is a type of public passport. The 38-page red passport can be issued by the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Türkiye and the governorships appointed by the Ministry of Interior. In addition, red passports can be obtained from the consulates of the Republic of Türkiye abroad. The red passport is issued to Turkish citizens of all ages who submit the necessary documents in full.
1.2. What is a Green Passport? To Whom is it Given?
The Green Passport is a type of passport with a special stamp. The 30-page green passport is issued to first, second, and third-degree civil servants, mayors, and people working in positions that require diplomatic passports. In addition, the spouses, and children of people who obtain a green passport can also receive a green passport.
1.3. What is a Grey Passport? To Whom is it Given?
The Grey Passport is a type of passport with a service stamp consisting of 30 pages. People who cannot obtain a green passport but will be sent abroad for official duty by the government are entitled to grey passports. Employees with the status of civil servants in international organizations of which the Republic of Türkiye is a member, persons appointed by the Turkish Aeronautical Association, and the Turkish Red Crescent Society may also be authorized for a grey passport.
1.4. What is a Black Passport? To Whom is it Given?
The Black Passport is a diplomatic passport with 28 pages. According to Article 13 of the Passport Law, diplomatic passports can be used for single trips or for permanent missions overseas. Diplomatic passports are issued to Turkish Grand National Assembly members, state officials such as ministers, the Supreme Court, the Council of State, the chief public prosecutor, generals, admirals, former presidents, former prime ministers, undersecretaries of ministries, governors, metropolitan mayors, and ambassadors.
2. Where do I Go to Get a Passport?
The question, “How do I get a passport?” may be swirling in your mind if you are planning a trip abroad for the first time. It is actually pretty easy to get a passport. First, you need to make an appointment on the website of the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs of the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Türkiye. After completing the appointment process, you can finalize the application procedures by going to the registry office with the required documents for your passport.
3. How to Apply for a Passport?
You can process your passport application in minutes. Choose the appointment type on the website of the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs of the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Türkiye. Next you need to follow the instructions on the screen to complete your information and confirm your appointment time and location. If you already have a passport, you can also easily make an appointment on the same page for passport renewals and passport extensions.
4. How Much Are the Passport Fees in 2023?
4.1. How Much is the Red Passport Fee in 2023?
Red passport prices are different amounts based on length of validity, starting at 689.70 Turkish lira for six months up to 3,295 Turkish lira for the10 year passport. A passport book fee of 501 TL is added to these prices. Students under the age of 25 only pay the book fee. Children between the ages of 0-18 years are given a red passport valid for only five years.
4.2. How Much is the Green Passport Fee in 2023?
You may be wondering, “How much is the green passport fee?” However, there is no fee for green passports, they can be obtained by paying only the 501 TL book fee. Children and unmarried dependents under the age of 25 (who are not employed) can also obtain a green passport through their parents.
4.3. How Much is the Grey Passport Fee in 2023?
The grey passport is exempt from fees just like the green passport. Only a book fee of 501 TL is needed to obtain the grey passport.
4.4. How Much is the Black Passport Fee in 2023?
The black passport, known as a diplomatic passport, has no fees.
5. What are the Documents Required to Apply for a Passport?
If you already have a passport, you can check its validity period with passport inquiry. Different documents are requested for each type of passport. Let us look at them one by one!
5.1. What are the Documents Required for the Red Passport?
- Original identity card, Republic of Türkiye (T.R.) identity card, or temporary identity document
- Receipt of tuition
- Receipt for passport book fee
- Two biometric photos
- Student certificate (For those who request a fee waiver)
- Consent certificate for minors or restricted persons
- Old passport (if any)
If applying for a student passport, you will also need to submit a student document that is either wet-signed, e-signed, or obtained through the e-government gateway (e-Nabiz) within 60 days.
5.1. What are the Documents Required for the Green Passport?
To apply for a green passport, which offers many advantages in foreign travels, you will need to provide the following documents:
- Original identity card, T.R. identity card, or temporary identity document
- Two biometric photos
- Student certificate( if applicable)
- Current valid and prior invalid and cancelled passports
- Receipt or receipt of the valuable paper price paid
- Parent, guardian, trustee decision, and consent certificates for underage children
- “Health Board Report” for disabled adult children if applying for a passport with a service stamp through their parents
5.1. What are the Required Documents for the Grey Passport?
The grey passport is issued by and certified by the authorized supervisor from eligible organizations. The petitioner must be a member of the organization.
- Original identity card
- Two biometric photos
- In accordance with Article 17/C of the Passport Law No. 5682, consent is requested from the legal representatives of minors and prisoners (limited). (May be notarized or issued by the authorities authorized to issue passports.)
5.1. What are the Required Documents for the Black Passport?
- Identity document with official T.R. identity number
- Receipt for payment of the diplomatic e-passport wallet
- Two biometric photos
6. How Many Days Does It Take to Issue a Passport?
Passports are sent to 56 provincial centres within one day after printing, to other provincial centres within three days, and to district centres, within four working days with PTT cargo.
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