How to get a Turkish driver’s license

1. How to get a Turkish driver’s license ,Gather the necessary documents :
   • Original and a color photocopy of your driving license
   • A notarized Turkish translation of your license
   • Passport, residence permit, or Turkish ID
   • Driver’s health report
   • Document showing your blood type (can be requested with your health report)
   • Biometric photographs
   • Criminal record report
   • Education certificate or diploma (notarized translation if obtained from abroad)
   • Receipt of payment for the license fee
2. Application Process:
   • Schedule an appointment online.
   • Submit your application with all required documents to the local Directorate General of Population and Citizenship Affairs.

Obtaining a New Turkish Driver’s License

1. Enroll in a Driving School: Find an authorized driving school that provides instruction in English.
2. Training: Complete the mandatory theoretical and practical training. The theoretical instruction covers Turkish traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. The practical training provides hands-on driving experience with a certified instructor.
3. Examinations: Pass both a theoretical and a practical exam.
   • The theoretical exam consists of multiple-choice questions. A score of at least 70% is required to pass.
   • The practical exam is conducted on a designated driving course, supervised by a certified examiner.

4. Required Documents

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   • 4 biometric photographs
   • Education certificate, latest diploma (notarized translation if obtained from abroad)
   • Address registration certificate
   • Criminal record report
   • Health report
   • Passport and residence permit card
5. Application Process:
   • Schedule an appointment online.
   • Submit your application with all required documents to the local Directorate General of Population and Citizenship Affairs.

Additional Information

• To drive legally, you must be at least 18 years old to drive a car and at least 16 to drive a motorcycle.
• A Turkish driver’s license is valid for 10 years but only 5 years for certain vehicle types.
• Your original foreign license will not be returned but sent back to its country of origin.
• Obtaining a New Turkish Driver’s License
  1. Enroll in a Driving School: Find an authorized driving school that offers courses in English. Villa Levent is one such school where the location is convenient. Contact them via WhatsApp at +90 545 686 53 50 for course details and pricing.
  2. Attend Theoretical and Practical Lessons: The driving school will provide both theoretical and practical lessons to prepare you for the exams.
  3. Pass the Exams:
     • Theoretical Test: This test is conducted monthly, and translators are available. You must correctly answer 35 out of 50 questions to pass. The test covers traffic and environment, first aid knowledge, vehicle technique, and traffic rules and etiquette.
     • Practical Test: If you pass the theoretical test, you can take the practical test, which lasts approximately 15 minutes. You can choose to train and test in either an automatic or manual car. Note that if you pass the test with an automatic car, your license will only allow you to drive automatic vehicles.
  4. Collect Your License: After passing both exams, book an appointment at //randevu.nvi.gov.tr/ to collect your license.
  Required Documents for a New License
  • Four biometric photographs.
  • Notarized translation of your latest diploma or education certificate if obtained abroad.
  • Address registration certificate.
  • Criminal record report.
  • Health report.
  • Passport and residence permit card.