Countries that allow entry of Turkish ID holders

We will discuss a list of countries that allow the holder of a Turkish ID to enter without a visa, which facilitates travel and movement for Turks and holders of this ID and we will reveal the specific laws and requirements that must be observed, as well as some important tips to ensure a hassle-free travel trip.

Which countries allow Turkish ID holders to enter?

According to the official website of the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, there are four countries around the world that allow holders of a Turkish national identity to enter their territories without the need for a prior travel visa or even a passport and people can simply show their national ID at border crossings, whether traveling by land or air and these four countries are:

Azerbaijan:

At the beginning of the year 2020, an agreement was signed between Turkey and Azerbaijan allowing Turkish citizens with Turkish national identity to enter the country of Azerbaijan easily and in return, Azerbaijani citizens can visit Turkey using their national identity cards.

Turkish Northern Cyprus:

The Turkish Republic of Cyprus, also known as the State of Northern Cyprus, is recognized by Turkey as an independent state, and thanks to the strong relationship between the two countries and belonging to the Turkic group of states, Northern Cyprus allows holders of a Turkish national identity to enter its territory and stay there for up to 30 days.

Ukraine:

Thanks to the good diplomatic relations between Turkey and Ukraine, Turkish ID holders can enter Ukraine and stay there for up to 90 days and this is on the condition of using a new Turkish national identity bearing an electronic chip and a blue color.

Georgia:

Georgia is one of the friendly countries towards Turkey, allowing Turkish citizens with Turkish identity to be accepted and to reside there as tourists for a full year.

What are the ways to obtain a Turkish identity?

There is only one case that allows foreigners to obtain a Turkish ID card and a Turkish passport and benefit from the advantages of each of them, which is their acquisition of Turkish citizenship by any means, as it should be noted that Turkey does not differentiate between Turkish citizens and foreigners who have obtained Turkish citizenship, as it grants them the same rights and imposes the same duties on them.

Advantages of obtaining Turkish citizenship

1. You can settle and live in Turkey permanently without having to renew your residency.
2. You can participate in elections and vote in Turkey.
3. You have the right to work in Turkey without the need for a work permit.
4. Family members can get education in Turkish schools and universities.
5. Have access to health services in Turkey.
6. You can travel to many countries with a strong Turkish passport.
7. Enjoy social security rights in Turkey.
8. You can buy and own real estate in Turkey freely.
9. You can establish and manage your own company.
10. You can access financing options available to citizens
11. Younger members of the family can obtain Turkish citizenship as well.
12. You have legally protected rights and state protection.
13. You can count on consular support from Turkish embassies.
14. You can run for political office and participate in government.
15. You can invest in real estate in Turkey.
16. You can easily obtain visas to many countries.
17. Children born to Turkish parents outside Turkey can obtain Turkish citizenship.
18. Your subsequent generations can inherit Turkish citizenship.
19. Citizenship can be obtained after a short period of residence.
20. Turkey offers investment programs that allow obtaining citizenship.
21. The Turkish government can protect your rights and interests abroad.
22. You can benefit from social support and assistance.
23. Your spouse and children can obtain citizenship as well.
24. You can apply for government jobs.
25. You can benefit from government services in the same way as a Turkish citizen.
26. Your children can get free education in Turkish schools.
27. You can benefit from your belonging to the Customs Union of Turkey.
28. You can join trade unions and associations.
29. Can you obtain financing for your projects and investments?
30. You will have opportunities to participate in social and economic enhancement programs.

Advantages of obtaining a Turkish passport

1. The Turkish passport ranks highly in the world passport rankings.
2. A Turkish passport holder can travel to 77 countries around the world without the need for a prior visa.
3. The holder can travel to 33 countries and automatically obtain a visa upon arrival.
4. The passport holder can travel to more than 8 countries by obtaining the electronic visa online.
5. The Turkish passport can be obtained in approximately 10 days.
6. People with Turkish citizenship can apply directly to obtain a passport without the need for a specific residence period.
7. Investors can obtain a Turkish passport in exchange for a real estate investment in Turkey worth at least 400,000 US dollars, with the condition of not selling it for three years.
8. The holder of a Turkish passport can benefit from retirement programs like any Turkish citizen.
9. The passport holder can vote in all elections in Turkey.
10. A Turkish passport holder can retain his original nationality or obtain another nationality.
11. The Turkish passport is valid for 10 years.
12. The holder can renew the passport for life.
13. The passport holder receives the health care granted to Turkish citizens.
14. Family members can get education in Turkey's schools.

In conclusion, the Turkish passport clearly shows the many advantages and opportunities it gives to its holders, as holders of Turkish identity can travel to many countries around the world easily and without the need for a prior visa, and this contributes to expanding their international horizons and increasing opportunities for communication and trade and in addition, individuals can benefit from investment opportunities in Turkey and obtain Turkish citizenship while maintaining their original nationalities.