Converting a German Driving Licence and Other Foreign Driving Licences to a Turkish Licence

If you have a driving licence issued in Germany or another foreign country and need to use or convert it in Türkiye, understanding the current requirements is important.

In this guide, we explain how to convert a German driving licence to a Turkish driving licence, how long foreign driving licences can be used in Türkiye, which documents may be required, and what you should know about converting a Turkish driving licence in Germany.

If you need a certified Turkish translation of your foreign driving licence, Meva Tercüme provides driving licence translation services in German, English, French, Arabic, Dutch and other languages.

How to Convert a Foreign Driving Licence to a Turkish Licence

Foreign driving licences can be converted into Turkish driving licences through the relevant population registry offices (Nüfus Müdürlüğü).

Before applying, applicants can make a driving licence appointment through the appointment system of the Directorate General of Population and Citizenship Affairs (NVİ). Applications are handled at designated population registry offices.

The documents generally required for the conversion of a foreign driving licence include:

1. Original foreign driving licence and a colour photocopy
2. Turkish translation of the foreign driving licence approved by a notary or consulate
3. Driver's medical report
4. One biometric photograph taken within the last six months
5. Blood group information or declaration
6. Educational certificate
7. Notarised Turkish translation of a foreign educational certificate, where required
8. Applicable driving licence fees
9. Other information or documents that may be checked electronically by NVİ

Requirements and fees may change, so applicants should check the latest NVİ requirements before submitting an application.

How to Convert a German Driving Licence to a Turkish Driving Licence

A German driving licence can be converted into a Turkish driving licence through the applicable foreign driving licence exchange procedure in Türkiye.

One of the important documents in this process is the Turkish translation of the foreign driving licence. According to the current NVİ information, the Turkish translation must be approved by a notary or consulate.

Documents for a German Driving Licence Conversion

Applicants may generally need:

• Original German driving licence
• Colour photocopy
• Notary- or consulate-approved Turkish translation
• Driver's medical report
• Biometric photograph
• Blood group information
• Educational certificate
• Applicable official fees

Additional documents may be requested depending on the individual application.

How Long Is a Foreign Driving Licence Valid in Türkiye?

According to the current information published by the Turkish Directorate General of Population and Citizenship Affairs:

• Turkish citizens may drive in Türkiye with a foreign driving licence for up to 2 years.
• Foreign nationals may drive in Türkiye with a foreign driving licence for up to 6 months.

After this period, the necessary procedure must be followed to continue driving legally in Türkiye.

German driving licences are also treated as foreign driving licences for this purpose.

Documents Required to Convert a Foreign Driving Licence in Türkiye

The current NVİ requirements include the following main documents:

Foreign Driving Licence

The original foreign driving licence and a colour photocopy should be provided.

Turkish Translation of the Driving Licence

A Turkish translation approved by a notary or consulate is required for the foreign driving licence conversion procedure.

Meva Tercüme prepares Turkish translations of foreign driving licences and can provide information about the notarisation process where required.

Medical Report

A driver's medical report is required as part of the application.

Biometric Photograph

One biometric photograph taken within the last six months is required.

Educational Certificate

An educational certificate is also included among the required documents. Foreign educational documents may require a notarised Turkish translation.

How Much Does It Cost to Convert a German Driving Licence to a Turkish Licence?

The total cost of converting a foreign driving licence is not limited to a single fee.

Depending on the application, costs may include:

• Driving licence translation fee
• Notary certification fee, if required
• Official driving licence fees
• Medical report or other application-related costs

Official fees may change periodically. Therefore, current fees should be checked before the application.

You can send Meva Tercüme a clear photo of the front and back of your driving licence to receive information about the translation price and estimated delivery time.

Converting a Dutch Driving Licence and Other Foreign Licences in Türkiye

The conversion procedure is not limited to German driving licences.

Depending on the applicable rules, applicants may also need Turkish translation services for driving licences issued in countries such as:

• The Netherlands
• Belgium
• France
• Italy
• Austria
• Switzerland
• The United Kingdom
• The United States
• Canada

The applicable requirements may vary depending on the issuing country, licence category and the applicant's legal status in Türkiye.

For this reason, it is recommended to verify the current requirements before submitting an application.

Converting a Turkish Driving Licence to a German Driving Licence

Converting a Turkish driving licence into a German driving licence is subject to German regulations and differs from the procedure in Türkiye.

Germany regulates foreign driving licences under the Fahrerlaubnis-Verordnung (FeV).

For holders of driving licences issued outside the EU/EEA who establish their ordinary residence in Germany, the right to drive generally continues for six months after establishing residence. Under certain conditions, this period may be extended by up to another six months if the person can demonstrate that their residence in Germany will not exceed twelve months.

The exact conversion requirements depend on the licence category and the applicant's circumstances.

Is a German Translation Required for a Turkish Driving Licence?

Whether a Turkish driving licence requires a German translation depends on the applicable German rules and the requirements of the relevant authority.

German law contains specific translation requirements for foreign driving licences that are not issued in German and do not meet certain international requirements. Therefore, applicants should confirm the translation requirement with the relevant Führerscheinstelle before applying.

Are Exams Required to Convert a Turkish Driving Licence in Germany?

Germany has specific rules for the exchange of foreign driving licences. FeV Annex 11 (Anlage 11) contains a list of countries whose licences may qualify for simplified conversion and specifies whether theoretical or practical examinations are required.

Türkiye is not included in the current Annex 11 country list. Therefore, examination requirements may apply when converting a Turkish driving licence into a German driving licence.

The exact requirements should be confirmed with the Führerscheinstelle responsible for the applicant's place of residence in Germany.

Foreign Driving Licence Translation with Meva Tercüme

If you need a Turkish translation of your foreign driving licence for an official procedure in Türkiye, Meva Tercüme can assist with the translation process.

We provide:

• German driving licence translation
• English driving licence translation
• French driving licence translation
• Arabic driving licence translation
• Dutch driving licence translation
• Turkish translation of driving licences issued in other countries

Send us a clear image or scan of the front and back of your driving licence via WhatsApp to receive information about the translation process, possible notarisation requirements, price and estimated delivery time.

Request a Quote for Foreign Driving Licence Translation

If you have a German driving licence, Dutch driving licence or another foreign driving licence that needs to be translated into Turkish, send the front and back images of your document to Meva Tercüme.

We can provide information about the translation language, notarisation requirements, price and estimated delivery time.

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