Turkiye opens 7 border crossings for Syrian returnees

The Turkish Presidency of Migration Management (PMM) yesterday announced new procedures for the voluntary return of Syrians holding temporary protection cards in Turkiye. The statement specified five designated border crossings for a “voluntary, safe and dignified” return to Syria for those wishing to return home. The voluntary return process begins with booking an appointment through a designated website. Following this, Syrians must report to the Migration Directorate in their province of residence before proceeding to the pre-designated border crossing to exit Turkiye and enter Syria, Al Jazeera Net reported. The statement also outlined provisions for Syrians under temporary protection to allow one family member to visit Syria to assess the situation and make arrangements for their return. Two crossings have […]