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IMPACT – HIGH
What is the change? As of Jan. 1, Turkey will require that foreign nationals entering the country hold a passport that is valid for more than two months.
What does the change mean? Foreign nationals, including those holding a valid work or residence permit, will be barred entry if their passports expire within two months.
Background: The new rule is part of Turkey’s immigration overhaul. While some of the provisions have been delayed, the government has indicated that the passport-expiration rule will be implemented Jan. 1 without delay.
BAL Analysis: To avoid being turned away at the border, all foreign nationals should make sure they have more than two months left on their passports for each entry into Turkey.
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