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[starman™]

I doubt an official announcement will be made as apparently they want to drop it quietly but also to let the people know at the bottom of the chain (passport police). Also was told that all those on the current 90/180 days will be allowed to visa jump.
As I said, this is in the internal channels at the moment so could take a week or 2.
Also was told that it was expected to be dropped, not that it is definet. Turkey has to sort this out itself and doesnt want to be seen to bow down to outside pressure.

[stoop]

Only in Turkey eh? I wonder what visa Mr Cameron has in his passport?

[scouser2swife]

Thanks for a quick reply Starman. I will just sit tight for a few weeks.

[starman™]

quote:Originally posted by stoop

Only in Turkey eh? I wonder what visa Mr Cameron has in his passport?

He wouldnt have a 90 day visa as he does not need one. His passport grants him visa free entry into Turkey as would Erdogans if he came to the UK.

[starman™]

Now official, you may carry on with your border jumping.

http://ukinturkey.fco.gov.uk/en/help-for-british-nationals/living-in-turkey/visitors-who-overstay

 

quote:A visitor's visa valid for 90 days is issued to British Citizens at the port of entry on payment of £10 (English notes only) .  British diplomatic/official passport holders must apply for a visa before travelling to Turkey.  

We recently received reports that Turkish immigration procedures for British visitors (and the nationals of 62 other countries) had changed from 14 July.  The change meant that British visitors were being issued with visas which were valid for a stay of up to 90 days within a 180 day period.  Visitors with this type of visa had to wait until the 181st day before applying for a new visa.  

Following these reports, the British Ambassador called on the Turkish Minister of the Interior on 22 July to seek clarification.  The Ambassador raised the difficulties that the implementation, without warning, would cause many British people in Turkey, and to the citizens of other countries affected. The Minister said that no change in rules would be taking place.

The Ministry of Interior has now confirmed that the proposed change has been delayed.  All ports of entry have been informed and visa procedures will revert to those in place before 14 July.  British nationals will once again be able to enter Turkey on 90 day visas.  

We are following up with the Ministry of Interior to establish if a new implementation date is proposed and what action, if any, those with 180 day visas need to take.   New information will be posted here when we have it.  

Staying in Turkey beyond the date of your visa is taken seriously by the Turkish Authorities.  If you overstay you will be fined upon departure.  Fines vary according to the length of time you overstay.   If you overstay and are fined, you must apply for your next visa at a Turkish Embassy or Consulate overseas before you travel. You may also be banned from re-entering Turkey for a period of time as follows:-  

    * Overstay 1-15 days  - no ban.
    * Overstay from 16-90 days - banned for up to three months.
    * Overstay for more than 90 days i.e. from the 91st day, banned for up to six months.

Disclaimer:  Please note that this information was provided by the Ministry of the Interior and the Turkish Security Police Directorate (Foreigners Department).  Although we do our best to ensure that the content is correct, we cannot take responsibility for Turkey's immigration policy or the application of it.  If you have further queries, please contact the relevant Turkish Foreigners Police Department in the area where you reside.

British Consular Services Turkey
26 July 2010

[BM06]

Well there is always good and bad news when a topic comes to an end, the good news, my wife can now go to Meis and renew her tourist visa:(the bad news i thought i had got rid of her for 3 months

[Diverbaz 1]

People should note that it states that it has been delayed not that there will be no changes in the near/distant future.

[starman™]

but at least if they do change it that they should give a bit more notice and handle it properly so people can prepare. Maybe if they announce that it would happen as of jan 1, 2011 and give people a heads up at least 4 months prior just like any normal country would.
This whole thing was a giant c0ck up and the person that did this should be taught the basics about communication.

[Firo]

God love em....only in Turkey could this happen. Glad we didn't rush into getting residency.

[Diverbaz 1]

quote:but at least if they do change it that they should give a bit more notice and handle it properly so people can prepare.

Even with more notice there will be the same outcry again.