28.07.2023 Istanbul Governorate Road Permit Announcement

Syrian nationals under temporary protection who are registered outside the province of Istanbul but currently residing in Istanbul are required to return to their provinces of registration by 24 September 2023.

These Syrian nationals will be given a travel permit to return to their provinces of registration if they apply to the Istanbul Provincial Directorate of Migration Management until 24 September 2023.

Due to the earthquake that occurred on 6 February 2023, Syrian nationals under temporary protection who came from the provinces affected by the earthquake and for whom a travel permit was previously issued will be allowed to stay until further notice.