G-64 Code in Turkey: What the Entry Ban Means and How It Can Be Lifted

The G-64  is an administrative immigration restriction code in Turkey. Authorities apply it to foreign nationals who they consider a risk to public order or public security.
Therefore, the G-64 code often leads to refusal of entry. In many cases, it also triggers deportation procedures.

Moreover, the G-64 entry ban directly affects a foreign national’s right to enter Turkey. It also impacts the right to stay in the country. In addition, it creates serious obstacles for visa and residence permit applications.
For this reason, understanding the legal consequences of G-64 is essential.

What Does the G-64 Entry Ban Mean

First, G-64 is an administrative restriction code (tahdit kodu). The Directorate of Migration Management records this code in its internal systems.
However, G-64 is not a criminal court judgment.

Nevertheless, the administration conducts its own assessment. It examines the foreign national’s behavior and the information in the case file.
In practice, authorities often associate the code with conduct they view as threatening behavior.
Therefore, they may apply the code even without a criminal conviction.

From a legal standpoint, authorities frequently refer to Article 106 of the Turkish Penal Code, which regulates the offence of “threat.”
However, they do not always require a final and binding court decision.

When Is the G-64 Entry Ban Applied in Turkey

Authorities apply the code in specific situations.
For example, law enforcement units may prepare administrative reports. These reports can lead to the application of the code.

In addition, the Directorate of Migration Management may register the G-64 code after security and risk assessments.
Furthermore, authorities may use the G-64 code during deportation procedures.

Likewise, border officials may detect the code during entry checks at border gates.
Importantly, authorities do not need to wait for the conclusion of a criminal case.
As a result, administrative discretion plays a key role in practice.

Legal Consequences of the G-64 Entry Ban

The code causes serious legal consequences.
First, the foreign national cannot enter Turkey.

In addition, the administration often starts or continues deportation procedures.
Moreover, the foreign national faces major difficulties in visa and residence permit applications.

As a result, individuals who seek to remove the entry ban usually have to apply to the courts.
Authorities generally apply this code together with decisions under Law No. 6458 on Foreigners and International Protection.

How Can the G-64 Entry Ban Be Lifted

1. Identifying the Grounds for the Code

First, it is necessary to identify which authority applied the G-64 code. It is also essential to determine the legal grounds.
Otherwise, an effective legal defense cannot be built.

2. Timely Objection to Deportation Decisions

If the administration applied G-64 together with a deportation decision, the foreign national must act quickly.
Therefore, the lawyer should file an application with the administrative court within the legal deadline.

3. Annulment Before Administrative Courts

In practice, foreign nationals often lift the code through annulment actions.
They usually argue that the alleged threat did not occur.
They also claim that the evidence is insufficient.
Additionally, they challenge the proportionality of the measure.

Why Acting Without Legal Support Is Risky

Incorrect actions often cause serious problems.
For instance, authorities may extend the entry ban.

In addition, they may add new restriction codes to the file.
Moreover, individuals may miss critical deadlines.

Consequently, entering Turkey may become practically impossible.
For this reason, cases involving the G-64 entry ban require professional legal assistance.

Directorate of Migration Management (DGMM)
https://www.goc.gov.tr

Legal Assistance by CR Partners

CR Partners Law and Consultancy Office provides comprehensive legal support to foreign nationals.
First, the firm officially identifies active restriction codes.

Then, it conducts a detailed legal analysis of the G-64 code.
In addition, it handles administrative applications and court proceedings.
Finally, it follows the case until authorities effectively lift the entry ban.