How to Get a Passport

You can follow the steps below to obtain a passport for Turkish citizens in Türkiye:

1. Prepare the necessary documents: The documents required for the passport application are as follows:
- Identity card or Republic of Turkey Identity Card (T.R. ID number written)
- Biometric photograph (taken within the last six months, white background, in accordance with biometric standards, colored, 50x60 mm in size)
- Passport fee must be paid before the application. (The payment made appears automatically in the online system.)

2. Make an appointment: You must make an appointment in advance to apply for a passport in Türkiye. You can make an appointment online via the official website of the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs (https://randevu.nvi.gov.tr).

3. Go to the Population and Citizenship Affairs Directorate for your appointment day and time. It is important that you arrive at the appointment time.

4. Fill out the application form: At the Population and Citizenship Affairs Directorate, you will be asked to fill out the application form. Make sure you provide your personal information accurately and completely when filling out the form.

5. Provide your biometric data: Your biometric data, such as your fingerprint and signature, will need to be recorded.

6. Pay the application fee: You must pay the passport fee. The amount of the tuition fee may vary depending on the passport type and duration. You can usually use cash, credit card or debit card for payment.

7. Complete and receive your application: Once you fill out the application form, provide your biometric data and pay the tuition fee, you complete your application. It may take a few business days for your application to be reviewed and your passport to be prepared. When your application is approved, you will need to go to the Population and Citizenship Affairs Directorate to receive your passport within the specified time.

You can obtain detailed information about passport applications in Türkiye from the official website of the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs or from the local Population and Citizenship Affairs Directorate.