Residence Permit in Turkey: A Comprehensive Guide
Are you thinking of extending your stay in Turkey? This guide will outline everything you need to know about obtaining and extending a residence permit in this beautiful country.
Understanding the Basics
- To stay in Turkey beyond your visa or visa exemption, you need a Turkey Residence Permit or Ä°kamet izni.
- Apply at the Immigration Authorities in the province you’re located if you’re already in Turkey. If you’re abroad, apply at the Republic of Turkey’s consulate in your home country or where you legally reside.
- The term “consulate” refers to Turkey’s consulates general, consulates, or embassy consulate branches.
Residence Permit Essentials
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Application Process:
- Apply personally. If you can’t, a legal representative or attorney with power of attorney can apply for you.
- Use the residence permit within six months of receipt; otherwise, it’s invalid.
- Ensure your passport is valid for at least 60 days beyond your intended stay.
- The application, once forwarded to the General Directorate of Migration Management, takes 90 days to conclude.
- There’s a valuable paper fee for each document, determined by the Ministry of Finance.
- Extensions can be sought 60 days before expiration. During each extension, a new document is issued.
- If your extension is approved, it starts from the expiration date of the previous permit.
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Types of Residence Permits:
- Short-term: Valid up to 1 year.
- Family: Up to 2 years.
- Student: Based on study duration.
- Long-term: No time limits.
- Humanitarian: Up to 1 year.
- For victims of human trafficking: 30 days, extendable up to 6 months but not exceeding 3 years.
Understanding the Short-Term Residence Permit
Who can apply?
- Those in Turkey for research, business, tourism, treatments, or those who own property worth at least 75,000$.
- This permit can be issued for a maximum of one year, with exceptions for certain categories.
Student Residence Permit Insights
Who is it for?
- Foreigners in primary or secondary education without a family residence permit or those studying at higher educational institutions in Turkey.
Thus, The permit only includes a student’s spouse and children, not extended family. Duration is based on the study period.
The Long-Term Residence Permit
Eligibility:
- Continuous 8-year stay in Turkey with a residence permit.
- No government assistance in the past three years.
- Sufficient monthly income and valid health insurance.
- No threat to public safety.
Application Documents
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For Short-term:
- Application form, passport, 4 valid photos, statement of financial sufficiency, and health insurance.
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For Family:
- For both the applicant and supporter: Application form, passport, ID, residence or work permit, document of financial sufficiency, health insurance, criminal record, and address registration document.
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For Students:
- Application form, passport, 4 photos, statement of financial sufficiency, health insurance, and student certificate.
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For Long-term:
- Application form, passport, previous residence permits, document showing no social assistance in the last 3 years, financial sufficiency, criminal record, address registration, and health insurance.
Residence with Real Estate Purchase
In 2022, a residence permit can be secured by buying property in Turkey worth at least 75,000$. If the property is worth 400,000$ or more, you can apply for Turkish citizenship. It’s beneficial to buy property in places like Istanbul to ease the permit process.
In Conclusion, By understanding and adhering to these guidelines, you can simplify your journey to acquiring a residence permit in Turkey. Contact us if you are interested in applying for the Residence Permit in Turkey or if you plan to apply for the Turkish Citizenship by investment. Prestij Consulting is here to assist you in every step of the process.
