Basic information
Outline of the system
The approval of the Ministry of National Defence is required for importation of goods included in the Communiqué.
Products under restriction as to the quantity or value of imports
The approval of the Ministry of National Defence is not intended to restrict the quantity or the value of importation of the goods. The purpose is to protect national security and public safety.
Nature of licensing
Automatic
If Automatic, administrative purpose
Non-Automatic
If Non-Automatic, description of the notified Non-Automatic Licensing regime
Questions for products under restriction as to the quantity or value of imports
Not applicable.
The system applies to products originating from which country?
The system applies to goods imported from all countries.
Expected duration of licensing procedure
Legal requirements
Is the licensing statutorily required?
The procedure is mentioned in the Import Communiqué: (Import Communiqué 2022/2) published in the Official Gazette of 31 December 2021, No. 31706 bis. The Communiqué is available at the https://www.resmigazete.gov.tr/eskiler/2021/12/20211231M3-4.htm website link.
Does the legislation leave designation of products to be subject to licensing to administrative discretion?
Is it possible for the government to abolish the system without legislative approval?
It is possible for the Government to abolish the system without legislative approval.
Eligibility of applicants
Is there a system of registration of persons or firms permitted to engage in importation?
There is a registration system for imports.
What persons or firms are eligible to apply for a licence?
Public institutions and organizations that are established or operated to produce all kinds of war tools and equipment, weapons, ammunition and their spare parts, explosive materials and their technologies, as well as organizations belonging to real persons and legal entities of private law can apply for an Import Permission.
For materials outside the scope of the Ministry of National Defense projects but included in the Controlled List, an import permission may be granted to an organization that has a Facility Security Certificate and a Production Permit in accordance with Law No. 5202.
Is there a registration fee?
In addition, there is no registration fee for the application.
Is there a published list of authorized importers?
The list of companies holding Facility Security Certificate and Production Permit is available on the website https://www.msb.gov.tr/.
Contact point for information on eligibility
Ministry/Authority
Address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail address
Website
Contact officer
Submission of an application
Administrative body(ies) for submission of an application
Ministry of National Defence
Documentation requirements
What information is required in applications?
What documents is the importer required to supply with the application?
The organization that wants to import a material within the scope of the above-mentioned Communiqué, has to apply to the Ministry of National Defense with a petition by filling out the Import Permit Application document on the MND website.
Window of submission of an application
How far in advance of importation must application for a licence be made?
There is no time limit for the application within the scope of the legislation in force.
Are there any limitations as to the period of the year during which application for licence can be made? If so, explain
Applications can be made at any time of the year. There is no time limit.
Issuing the license
Can a licence be granted immediately on request?
Import permission can be issued immediately if requested information and documents are complete.
Can licences be obtained within a shorter time-limit or for goods arriving at the port without a licence
Applications are finalized within 3-4 business days by our Ministry of National Defense.
Which administrative body is responsible for approving application of licences?
The only approval authority for the import of materials specified in the mentioned Communiqué, is the Ministry of National Defense.
Must the applications be passed on to other organs for visa, note or approval?
The only approval authority for the import of materials specified in the mentioned Communiqué, is the Ministry of National Defense.
Are there any other conditions attached to the issue of a licence?
There is no other conditions other than the ones mentioned above.
Fees and other administrative charges
Is there any licensing fee or administrative charge?
Import permission is not subject to any fee.
What is the amount of the fee or charge?
Is there any deposit or advance payment required associated with the issue of licences?
There is no deposit or advance payment requirement associated with the issue of import permission.
Amount or rate?
Is it refundable?
What is the period of retention?
What is the purpose of this requirement?
Refusal of an application
Under what circumstances may an application for a licence be refused other than failure to meet the ordinary criteria?
The application for the import permission is rejected even if it fulfils the normal criteria as a result of assessment with the relevant institutions for the exporter countries, if it is decided that the import to be made is inconvenient for national and public security.
Are the reasons for any refusal given to applicants?
The reason for the rejection is notified to the applicant.
Have applicants a right of appeal in the event of refusal to issue a licence?
The applicant has the right to re-apply for the rejected import.
If so, to what bodies and under what procedures?
No appeal procedures are specified in provisions of the legislation in force. However, all actions and procedures of the administration is subject to judicial remedy according to constitution.
Importation
Are there any limitations as to the period of year during which importation may be made?
What documents are required upon actual importation?
One copy of the document, which comprises of the approval of the Ministry, shall be annexed to the Customs Declaration form and End User Certificate is also necessary if it is requested by the exporter country.
Are there any other administrative procedures, apart from import licensing and similar administrative procedures, required prior to importation?
There is no other administrative procedure other than import permission and similar administrative procedures before import.
Conditions of licensing
What is the period of validity of a licence? Can the validity be extended? How?
The validity period of the Import Permit Certificate is specified on the Import Permit Document to be issued as a result of the evaluation of the Ministry of National Defense upon the request of the importers.
Import permission can be extended for once, provided that an application is made before the permit expires.
Is there any penalty for the non-utilization of a licence or a portion of a licence?
There is no penalty for non-use or partial use of an import permission.
Are licences transferable between importers? If so, are any limitations or conditions attached to such transfer?
Import Permit Documents are issued specifically to the applicant organization and cannot be transferred between importers.
Foreign Exchange
Is foreign exchange automatically provided by the banking authorities for goods to be imported?
Not applicable.
Is a licence required as a condition to obtaining foreign exchange?
Not applicable.
Is foreign exchange always available to cover licences issued?
Not applicable.
What formalities must be fulfilled for obtaining the foreign exchange?
Not applicable.