Step by Step Driver’s License in Turkey
Given the increasing migration of Iranians to Turkey, one of the necessary and required things is obtaining a Turkish driver’s license. In the guide article on obtaining a driver’s license in Turkey, we intend to explain the documents, costs, and steps for obtaining a driver’s license to our dear readers. Since 2021, changes have been made in the steps for obtaining a Turkish driver’s license; according to existing laws, all stages related to obtaining a driver’s permit are related to the Directorate General of Population and Citizenship of Turkey. Based on the laws, for an individual wishing to obtain a driver’s license, there are steps such as participating in a driving course, passing the exam, and scheduling an appointment for registration at the Directorate General of Population. Stay with us to learn the steps for obtaining a driver’s license in Turkey.
A driver’s license is one of the important and practical documents for every person, and obtaining it involves various stages. If we reside in another country, obtaining a license can be more difficult and complicated. Obtaining a driver’s license in Turkey also has its own complexities, which are important to know for individuals who intend to reside in Turkey.
Benefits of obtaining a driver’s license in Turkey:
1. This country’s driver’s license is valid in over 80 countries worldwide.
2. You can use it to rent or purchase a vehicle.
3. Obtaining a Turkish driver’s license does not involve complicated steps.
4. The license is useful when seeking employment and getting hired.
5. A Turkish driver’s license is an important identity document and can be used as identification in official departments.
A driver’s license in Turkey is considered one of the important and practical documents. This license is issued for 5 and 10 years and can be used for driving in European countries. A driver’s license is used as an identification card in many daily affairs and can be utilized. For Iranians who have problems with registration on many foreign websites, it can also be helpful. This is because on Turkish residency cards (Kimlik), Iranian nationality is mentioned, which can cause the verification request to be rejected on many different websites.
-Using the Turkish driver’s license in financial transactions and registering user accounts on foreign websites:
Obtaining a Turkish driver’s license as a valid identification document can be used, especially given the sanctions and financial restrictions imposed by some countries, such as Iran. This document can be of great value and give you access to services and facilities such as registering user accounts on foreign payment and sales websites like Amazon, etc. After opening a bank account in Turkey, you can activate your Amazon account and other similar services using your Turkish driver’s license. Also, this document counts as an identity document like a national ID card in Turkey and provides you with facilities such as access to banking services and service centers. On the contrary, this nationality is not mentioned on Turkish driver’s licenses, which makes it easy to register and verify on these websites and applications without any problems.
Obtaining a driver’s license in Turkey is possible through three methods:
1. Obtaining an International Driver’s Permit: This is the simplest and most common method. To obtain an International Driver’s Permit, you can visit the offices of the Tourism Association in Iran and submit your application. This permit allows you to drive in Turkey for six months, and you can obtain it online or in person.
2. Converting an Iranian license to a Turkish one: Individuals who previously had a driver’s license in Iran can use this method. For this purpose, you must translate your Iranian license and get a Randevu appointment. Then, by providing the required documents, you can obtain a Turkish driver’s license.
3. Training and Exam: Individuals who do not have a driver’s license and do not use the above methods can obtain a Turkish driver’s license by participating in training courses and passing the relevant exams.
These methods depend on your conditions and situation, and you should choose the best method according to your circumstances.
Considering the current conditions and the information provided regarding obtaining a driver’s license in Turkey, I add the following information to the “More Information” section:
– Obtaining an International Driver’s Permit from the offices of the Tourism Association in Iran is one of the easier ways to drive in Turkey.
– Converting an Iranian license to a Turkish one is also a method that individuals who have an Iranian driver’s license can use. Translating the license and providing the required documents are among the steps of this method.
If you are eligible, a Turkish driver’s license will be issued to you. After obtaining it, you must register the Turkish driver’s license at the Population Directorate (Nüfus Müdürlüğü).
Participating in training classes is suitable for individuals who are 16 years old and have never driven before. In this method, the applicant must register at driving schools. After completing the training stages, practical and written exams are held. If you can achieve a score of at least 70 in these exams, you will pass, and your license will be issued.
If you fail the driving tests, you can retake the test a maximum of 3 more times. If you fail again, you must request the driving school to extend the test for you 4 more times. If you fail again after 8 attempts, you will need to apply again to participate in driving training classes from the beginning.
First Step:
1. First, you must translate your Iranian license. If you do not have a translation with you, you can visit the MIKHAK website and upload a scan of your license on the site and wait to receive a tracking code. The confirmation of this translation will be sent to you via the email address you entered on the site.
2. After receiving the confirmation code, you must go to the Iranian embassy in whichever city you reside and receive the translated license with the embassy seal and the confirmation of your Kimlik.
3. Once you have received the translation of your license or had the translated license beforehand, contact 199 or use the relevant website to go to the Population Directorate (Nüfus Müdürlüğü) where you reside to apply for a Randevu appointment.
4- In this stage, you must prepare the following documents:
1. Residency card (Kimlik) along with a color copy of the front and back of the card. (Follow the guide on obtaining a Turkish Kimlik card).
2. Original Iranian license along with a color copy of the front and back.
3. One passport-sized photo with a white background.
4. The document translated by the embassy.
5. Application letter (this letter will be prepared for you by the officer at the Population Directorate).
After preparing these documents, attend your Randevu appointment at the Population Directorate of your place of residence. A file will be created for you. Then your documents will be confirmed, and you will enter the next stages, which will take approximately one month.
After receiving confirmation from the Population Directorate, you must prepare the mentioned documents and apply for a Turkish license.
Required documents for obtaining a driver’s license in Turkey:
1. Translation of your educational degree from an official Turkish translation office (To inquire about the process and cost, you can use Turkey Helper company – Note: “Turkey Helper” name appears as in the source text).
2. Health certificate from health centers, including an outpatient eye examination and applicant’s history.
3. Certificate of no criminal record from Turkish judicial centers.
4. Two passport-sized photos.
5. Original and color copy of residency card (Kimlik) (front and back).
6. Payment of the fee slip (3200 Lira, which you can pay at all banks) and police department fee of approximately 100 Lira.
How to pay the license fee slip:
1. Enter the “ödeme işlemleri” menu, then select “vergiler ve resmi kurumlar”, and then select “Sürücü belgesi ve kimlik yenileme”.
2. Then select “sürücü belgesi işlemleri”, and then select “ilk başvuru/sınıf ekleme” and enter your Kimlik number.
3. Select the type of license you want (e.g., “B sınıf” for regular cars) and click the “onay” or “devam” button.
4. Get the payment slip from the bank, and if the machine does not provide a slip, get a printed receipt from your mobile banking and keep it with you.
Based on these documents, you can begin the process of obtaining a driver’s license in Turkey.
Required documents:
• Original and copy of Iranian license.
• Receipt of payment for license issuance fees.
• Color photocopy of previous license.
• Health certificate.
• Certificate of conducted medical tests.
• 3 photos.
• Educational documents.
• Certificate of no criminal record.
• Identification card and its translation.
• Original and copy of Kimlik card, if available.
• Residency document.
• One copy of the Randevu form.
Individuals who have reached the age of 16 can apply for a driver’s license in Turkey. For this purpose, they must first participate in driving training courses, which are held both theoretically and practically. According to new Turkish laws, driver’s licenses are issued for 5-year and 10-year periods.
For car and motorcycle drivers, a 10-year license is issued. For applicants for a motorcycle license, Group A is issued, and for applicants for a car license, Group B is issued.
The steps for obtaining a Turkish driver’s license through examination are as follows:
1. Choosing a driving school:
Various driving schools exist in different parts of the city and operate under the supervision of the Ministry of National Education. Theoretical and practical driving courses are held at these schools.
2. Preparing required documents:
The necessary documents for participating in training courses are:
– 6 biometric photos.
– Health report.
– Certificate of no criminal record.
– Blood type card.
– Educational document.
3. Participating in theoretical and practical exams:
After completing the training course, you must take the written exam. To pass this exam, you must get a score of 70. After passing the written exam, you can participate in the practical exam.
The steps for obtaining a Turkish driver’s license through examination are as follows: (Note: This section appears to be a duplicate of the previous one in the source text. It will be translated as it appears.)
1. Choosing a driving school:
Various driving schools exist in different parts of the city and operate under the supervision of the Ministry of National Education. Theoretical and practical driving courses are held at these schools.
2. Preparing required documents:
The necessary documents for participating in training courses are:
– 6 biometric photos.
– Health report.
– Certificate of no criminal record.
– Blood type card.
– Educational document.
3. Participating in theoretical and practical exams:
After completing the training course, you must take the written exam. To pass this exam, you must get a score of 70. After passing the written exam, you can participate in the practical exam.
4. Maximum number of attempts for the practical exam:
You are allowed to take the practical driving test 4 times. If you cannot pass the test after 4 attempts, you must apply to the Ministry of National Education within 45 days to be granted the possibility of 4 more examination periods. If you do not pass after 8 periods, you must apply again to participate in driving training classes from the beginning.
Passing the practical and theoretical driving tests after this stage can be as follows:
1. After passing the practical and theoretical driving tests, you can go to the central Population Directorate (Nüfus Müdürlüğü) or the relevant branch and submit your application for the issuance of a driver’s license.
2. For the license issuance application, you must have the following documents with you:
– Identification card.
– Driving test passing certificate.
– Health certificate.
– Payment slip for the license issuance fee.
– 1 biometric photo.
3. Attend your appointment at the Population Directorate on the scheduled day and time and submit your documents so that your driver’s license issuance application can be processed.
Lost driver’s license in Turkey:
In case of loss or theft of a Turkish driver’s license, to issue a new license, you must go to the Population Directorates (Nüfus Müdürlüğü) and make an appointment in advance. After applying for a new license, a temporary driver’s license will be issued to you, which is usually valid for two weeks. You can also obtain your temporary driver’s license from the “Temporary Driver’s License Inquiry” section on E-Government (e-Devlet).
To issue a new license or extend a license, you must prepare the following documents:
– Health report.
– Payment of the required fee for the new driver’s license.
