Check the Validity of a Turkish Foreigner ID (Kimlik)

The official Turkish Civil Registry portal lets foreigners — including Syrian beneficiaries of temporary protection — check whether their Yabancı Kimlik No (foreigner ID number) is still active and valid. The service is free and runs entirely online.

A cancelled kimlik can block hospital visits, school enrollment, and travel between provinces, so periodically checking the status is important. This guide explains exactly which fields to fill in on the Nüfus portal and how to read the result.