Removal of G-82 Deportation Code in Turkey

The G-82 code is one of the administrative restriction codes in Turkey that prevent foreigners from entering the country. If a foreign national is flagged with a G-82 deportation code, they may be denied entry at customs or transferred to a removal center for deportation proceedings. Anyone not admitted to Turkey or deported under this code must pursue legal mechanisms in Turkey to have the G-82 code lifted.

What Is the G-82 Deportation Code under Turkish Law?

The G-82 restriction code is issued for foreign nationals whom Turkish authorities have determined to have engaged in activities against Turkey’s national security. If a foreigner is assigned this code, they are barred from entering Turkey and, if already present, may be deported without a set time limit.

The Turkish law does not clearly define what specific actions qualify as activities against national security. This determination is left to the discretion of the authorities. Turkish authorities are required to rely on concrete evidence when making such assessments. However, in practice, it is sometimes observed that the G-82 code is applied without substantial evidence. Assigning this code without material legal basis or specific evidence is unlawful and can be challenged in court to have the code removed.

Why Is the G-82 Deportation Code Applied in Turkey?

The G-82 deportation code is applied to prohibit the entry of foreigners who are alleged to have acted against Turkey’s national security interests. Additionally, if a foreigner already resides in Turkey, this code can result in the cancellation of their work and residence permits and eventual deportation from Turkey.

Crimes such as association with terrorist organizations, smuggling, or laundering money obtained from such crimes are considered threats to Turkey’s national security. However, the application of this code requires authorities to have concrete evidence. At this stage, information gathered by the Turkish National Intelligence Organization is often used.

And it is important to know that there may be a criminal investigation or criminal lawsuit against the foreigner in Turkey if the G-82 code imposed on a foreigner.

How Can Foreigners Remove the G-82 Deportation Code in Turkey?

The G-82 deportation code can be lifted in Turkey by applying to the issuing administrative body or by initiating a cancellation lawsuit (annulment action). Foreigners who are subject to this restriction code and are banned from entry may also apply for entry through an annotated or special visa (meşruhatlı vize) as an alternative measure.

Whatever path is chosen, it is crucial to present solid legal grounds and evidence when challenging the G-82 code in Turkey. If the challenge does not clearly and convincingly establish that the code was applied unlawfully, applications are likely to be rejected. Therefore, proceeding with legal counsel from an immigration attorney experienced in Turkish law is highly important.

Removal of the G-82 Code with an Administrative Objection in Turkey

The first legal remedy available for lifting the G-82 restriction code is to formally object to the relevant administrative authority. In Turkey, this application is made to the Presidency of Migration Management (Göç İdaresi Başkanlığı). The objection must be submitted in writing with a reasoned petition. Foreigners have 60 days from the day they learn of the code’s application or its official notification to submit this objection.

It is not mandatory to file an administrative objection prior to initiating a lawsuit; foreigners may directly bring a cancellation case before an administrative court. However, if the administrative authority rejects the objection or fails to respond within 30 days, a cancellation action can also be initiated at that time.

Administrative Lawsuit to Annul the G-82 Deportation Code in Turkish Courts

A foreigner may also file a lawsuit in a Turkish administrative court to have the G-82 code annulled. The case is filed against the Presidency of Migration Management. If the lawsuit is unsuccessful, further legal remedies such as appeal and cassation (temyiz) are available under Turkish law.

Timelines are very important: as a rule, cancellation actions must be filed within 60 days following notification of the G-82 code. If an administrative application was made first, the time between receiving the administrative decision and the initial objection is counted toward this 60-day period.

Filing a lawsuit by itself does not automatically suspend the enforcement of the G-82 code. Therefore, the foreigner must also request a stay of execution to freeze the effects of the administrative decision while the case is pending. Otherwise, deportation or entry bans remain in effect throughout the litigation.

Extensive legal information on challenging foreigner restriction codes and lifting them through Turkish administrative courts is provided in other dedicated guides.

Entry into Turkey with an Annotated (Meşruhatlı) Visa Despite the G-82 Code

Despite the entry ban imposed by the G-82 code, it is possible for foreigners to enter Turkey on an exceptional basis through an annotated (meşruhatlı) visa. This type of visa does not remove the entry ban or the G-82 code but allows the foreigner to enter Turkey for exceptional purposes, such as family, medical, or educational reasons.

The specific circumstances under which an annotated visa is granted, the application procedure, and required documents are outlined in guides focused on obtaining this special visa in Turkey.

Removal of a Deportation Decision under Turkish Law

If a deportation (removal) order is issued against a foreigner in Turkey, it is possible to challenge and seek annulment of this decision through an administrative lawsuit. This action must be brought within 7 days of the notification of the deportation decision. The Turkish administrative court’s decision is final in this regard. However, if the court rejects the application, foreigners may file an individual application to the Constitutional Court of Turkey.

Such lawsuits typically take around 4-6 months to be resolved by administrative courts in Turkey. Unless the foreigner objects to the administrative detention decision, they will remain in the removal center until the deportation case is concluded.

Detailed information on the procedure to annul deportation decisions before Turkish authorities can be found in specialist legal guides.

Objecting to Administrative Detention in Turkish Removal Centers

When a foreigner is detained in a Turkish removal (deportation) center pending expulsion from Turkey, they may challenge the administrative detention order to secure their release. If no objection is made, the person will remain in the removal center until either deported or the deportation decision is annulled. The competent court to hear these objections is the criminal peace judge (sulh ceza hakimliği) within the Turkish judicial system.

Further practical and procedural information is found in resources focusing on administrative detention objections in Turkish removal centers.

How Long Does It Take to Remove a G-82 Deportation Code in Turkey?

The process to remove a G-82 restriction code in Turkey typically takes about 8 months in first instance administrative courts. This timeframe depends on the responsiveness of the Turkish administrative authorities, the workload of the courts, and whether all required documents have been properly submitted to the court.

Legal Fees and Costs for Lifting the G-82 Code in Turkey

The approximate total of initial judicial fees and costs associated with filing a lawsuit to lift the G-82 deportation code in Turkey is around 6,000 Turkish Lira. These figures may change annually.

Which Court Handles Cases to Remove the G-82 Code in Turkey?

The authorized and competent courts for litigation regarding the G-82 deportation code in Turkey are the Ankara Administrative Courts. For lawsuits seeking the annulment of deportation decisions based on the G-82 code, the relevant administrative court is the one located in the jurisdiction of the authority that issued the decision.

Conclusion: Legal Steps for Foreigners Facing the G-82 Code in Turkey

The G-82 deportation code is assigned to foreign nationals who are considered to pose a threat to Turkey’s national security. This code leads to serious consequences such as deportation, cancellation of work and residence permits, and imposition of an entry ban into Turkey. To prevent or overturn these significant restrictions, foreigners must pursue appropriate legal remedies within the Turkish legal system. To maximize the chance of a positive outcome, it is strongly recommended that foreigners seek assistance from an attorney specializing in Turkish immigration law.