What is a Grey Passport?

Who is it issued to:

• Civil Servants: Civil servants working in the public sector.
• Public Servants: Other public sector staff serving at various levels of the state.
• Other Authorised Persons: Other individuals deemed suitable for state duties or official business travel.

Features and Benefits:

• Visa-Free Travel: Holders of a grey passport may be entitled to visa-free travel to certain countries. The countries eligible for visa-free travel are determined by the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and are updated periodically.
• Validity Period: A grey passport is generally valid for 4 years.
• Travel Convenience: The grey passport offers various conveniences for travel related to government duties and provides advantageous procedures for entry in some countries.

Application Process:

• Application Form: You must complete an application form to obtain a grey passport. The form can be obtained from the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs’ website or from local population offices.
• Required Documents: During the application, you may be asked to provide identification, a passport photograph, a certificate of appointment (if applicable) and other necessary documents.
• Submitting the Application: Applications are generally submitted at Directorates of Population and Citizenship Affairs or district population offices.

Visa Requirements:

• List of Countries: The list of countries where holders of grey passports may travel visa-free is determined by the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and is updated regularly. It is important to check the current list before travelling.
• Visa-Free Entry: The right to visa-free entry for holders of grey passports may vary by country, and for some countries, this right may be limited.

Other Information:

• Colour: The grey passport is distinguished from other passport types by its colour. This colour is a feature that distinguishes the grey passport from other passport types.
• International Use: The grey passport is used for official and business purposes during international travel and is subject to the rules applicable to international travel.