Departure Tax for Turkish Citizens

Dear Valued Guest,

We would like to share an important update with you on Departure Tax for Turkish Citizens. As of December 31, 2024, the printed stamp fee system will be discontinued. To ensure a smooth exit process, please be aware that all departure tax payments must be made electronically starting January 1, 2025.

Convenient Digital Channels for Departure Tax Payments

Here is a breakdown of the various digital channels available for your departure tax payments from January 1, 2025 onwards:

• Digital Tax Office or GIB Mobile App: Make secure payments through the official channels at dijital.gib.gov.tr.
• Authorized Banks' Online Banking: Pay your exit fees conveniently through the online banking platforms of authorized banks.
• PTT Branches: Utilize PTT branches for your exit fee payments.
• Airport Kiosks and Exit Gates: Kiosks located at airports and exit gates will also be available for processing your departure tax payments.
• Tax Offices: In-person payments can still be made at tax offices.

Simplified Process with Electronic Payments

If you choose to pay your departure tax through the Digital Tax Office, contracted banks, or the GIB Mobile App, you will benefit from an expedited process. Since the payment is electronically transferred to the Turkish General Directorate of Security, you will not need to present a receipt or stamp to the immigration officer. Important Notice: The 500 TL printed stamps paid in 2024 will be invalid for international travel commencing after January 11, 2025.

When departing from Turkiye with a Turkish passport, immigration officer at the exit gates will verify that the departure tax has been paid. If you paid the duty through the Digital Tax Office, no physical receipt or stamp is required. The payment information is electronically transmitted to the Turkish General Directorate of Security. To confirm that the departure tax payment has been successfully transferred, you can log in to your Digital Tax Office account and utilize the "Departure Tax Inquiry" feature under the
"Inquiries / Verifications" menu.