What is an Ordinary Passport (Burgundy Passport)?

An ordinary passport is a type of passport issued to Turkish citizens who meet specific conditions by the Ministry of Interior, authorized governorships, or Turkish consulates. It is burgundy in color, which is why it is also known as a burgundy passport. Holders of an ordinary passport can enter visa-free countries directly with their passports. An ordinary passport consists of 38 pages, and any visas obtained are recorded in this passport. It can be issued for a period ranging from 6 months to 10 years, depending on the applicant’s request.

What Does “Ordinary” Mean?

“Ordinary” means open to everyone and available for general use.

How to Obtain an Ordinary Passport?

If you meet the necessary conditions and have completed the required documents, you can apply at the district population directorates either with or without an appointment. You can also apply for a passport online by clicking the relevant link. Those residing abroad can apply through the consulate where they are registered. All applicants, regardless of age, must apply in person.

Required Documents for an Ordinary Passport

If you wish to apply for a burgundy passport, you need to provide the following documents. We recommend making an online appointment to save time.

• Original Turkish ID card or temporary ID document
• Receipt of passport fee and booklet fee payment (students under 25 are exempt from the passport fee)
• 2 biometric photos
• Student certificate issued within the last 60 days (for students applying for an ordinary passport)
• Consent form for minors or disabled individuals
• Previous passport (if available)

How Much Are the Passport Booklet and Fee?

You can check the relevant page for current passport booklet and fee information.

Which Banks Accept Passport Fee Payments?

The passport fee can be paid at the following banks:

• Akbank
• Aktifbank
• Albaraka Türk Katılım Bankası
• Alternatif Bank
• Anadolubank
• Arap Türk Bankası
• Citibank
• Denizbank
• BurganBank
• FibaBanka
• Finansbank
• Garanti Bankası
• HSBC Bank
• ING Bank
• Kuveyt Türk Katılım Bankası
• Odeabank
• Şekerbank
• T.C. Ziraat Bankası
• ICBC Turkey Bank A.Ş.
• TurkishBank
• Turkland Bank
• Türk Ekonomi Bankası (TEB)
• Türkiye Finans Katılım Bankası
• Türkiye Halk Bankası
• Türkiye İş Bankası
• Türkiye Vakıflar Bankası
• Yapı ve Kredi Bankası

Who Can Obtain a Burgundy Passport?

A burgundy passport is issued to Turkish citizens who wish to travel abroad. A separate passport booklet is issued for each applicant, regardless of age.

How Long Does It Take to Obtain an Ordinary Passport?

Once printed, an ordinary passport is delivered to the applicant within:

• 1 day in 56 provincial centers
• 2 days in other provincial centers
• 4 business days in district centers