Register a Newborn Baby in Turkey

Newborn babies in Turkey — Turkish nationals, foreigners with residence permits, and Syrian beneficiaries of temporary protection — must be registered at the local Nüfus (civil registry) office to receive a Turkish ID or kimlik. Registration is normally completed within 30 days of birth and is required to access healthcare, education, and any subsequent paperwork.

This guide walks Arab-speaking parents through the documents required, the appointment booking process via the online randevu system, and what to expect at the Nüfus office. Both parents typically need to be present with their valid IDs and the hospital's birth certificate.