Turkey introduces mandatory fingerprinting of tourists and tightens the rules for obtaining a residence permit
Turkey introduces mandatory fingerprinting of tourists upon entry into the country. Also, a residence permit can only be obtained through notaries, which will complicate the process for foreigners. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikai said that tourists should return with the same intention with which they came and apply for a job from their country.
Turkey is tightening border controls and introducing new rules for tourists and those wishing to obtain a residence permit (residence permit). The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the country, Ali Yerlikai, announced that now fingerprints will be taken from all tourists when entering Turkey. This innovation is aimed at strengthening security and control over migration flows.
In addition, the process of obtaining a residence permit will become more complicated: now foreigners will be able to issue a residence permit only through notaries. This decision will significantly complicate the procedure for those who expected to stay in Turkey after the end of their tourist stay. "If you come as a tourist, you cannot say, "I want to be a shepherd." Go to your hometown. Apply for a work permit from there," Yerlikai stressed.
The issue of chipping identity cards for citizens who have received temporary protection status is also being discussed. These measures are aimed at tightening migration policy and strengthening the country's internal security.
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