Driving licence in Turkey
Driving licence in Turkey (Turkish: Sürücü belgesi) is a document issued by the relevant government agency, regional or local security force, confirming the rights of the holder to drive motor vehicles. Driving licence exams are regulated by the Ministry of National Education (Turkey) while the licence is issued by the General Directorate of Security.
New EU compatible driving licences will be issued in late 2015.[1]
Requirements for Turkish citizens
In order to get a licence, applicant must fulfill these requirements:[2][3]
- Driving school certificate
- Original and photocopy of ID card
- Health Report
- Blood group document
- Two photos
- Driver's licence card fees
- Criminal record certificate
Requirements for foreigners
Application forms available from the Driver’s Association office (Şoförler Odasi) at the local Transport Registration Department. Requirements:[4]
- Original valid foreign driving licence
- Notarised Turkish translation of the driving licence
- Original and copy of the residence permit (Ikamet) or Turkish identification card
- 5 identity-sized photographs (required at various steps of the process)
- Original criminal report which can be obtained from the local court house (valid 12-months from issue)
- Original health report issued by a local state health centre (Sağlık Ocağı) or private clinic; photos required (valid 12-months from issue)
- Blood group certificate (can be requested from a clinic or health centre)
- Receipt from the tax authorities showing that the relevant driving licence fee has been paid (cost depends on the class of licence being exchanged)
- Payment for delivery of the credit card-sized photo-ID driving licence
- Validity #NA
Classes
Driving licence classes are listed below. New European Union equivalent classes are being developed.[5]
| Class | Primary Permitted Vehicle | Other Permitted Vehicles | Age Limit | Minimum Education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Motorized bicycle | N/A | 17 | Primary school |
| A2 | Motorcycle | Motorized bicycle | 17 | Primary school |
| B | Automobile | Minibus, Tractor, Van | 18 | Primary school |
| C | Truck | Automobile, Van | 22 | Primary school |
| D | Tow Truck | Automobile, Truck, Van | 22 | Primary school |
| E | Bus | Automobile, Minibus, Van, Tractor, Truck | 22 | Primary school |
| F | Tractor | N/A | 17 | Primary school |
| G | Construction vehicle | N/A | 18 | Primary school |
| H | Automobile (handicapped) | N/A | 18 | Primary school |
See also
- European driving licence
- Vehicle registration plates of Turkey
- Turkish identity card
- Turkish passport
References
- ↑ "24 milyon ehliyet değişecek - Ekonomi Haberleri". Sabah.com.tr. 2015-02-05. Retrieved 2015-05-31.
- ↑ "Araç ve Sürücü Bilgi Sistemi". Asbis.gov.tr. Retrieved 2015-05-31.
- ↑ "Sayfalar - Sürücü Belgesi İşlemleri". Istanbul.pol.tr. Retrieved 2015-05-31.
- ↑ "Exchanging a Driving Licence | Turkey". Turkey.angloinfo.com. Retrieved 2015-05-31.
- ↑ "Ehliyet sınıfı 9'dan 17'ye çıkıyor!". Gazetevatan.com. 2014-10-29. Retrieved 2015-05-31.
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