Sometimes, when entering Northern Cyprus, customs officers put a TRNC stamp directly into the passport. This isn’t quite normal practice. The country isn’t recognized, and usually entry / exit marks are placed on special forms that lie next to the customs officer. The form must be taken and presented along with the passport. If you missed this moment, then you can get an entry stamp in your passport. When leaving, in this case, customs officers will also have to stamp your document.
How dangerous is this situation?
- You won't be able to obtain a visa to the Republic of Cyprus in this passport;
- You won't be able to enter the Republic of Cyprus with such a passport;
- You'd better not submit your TRNC stamped passport to the Greek consulate for a Schengen visa.
You won't have problems with other countries when entering or obtaining a visa.
