Subject to visa exemption provisions, foreign nationals who will stay in Turkey for up to ninety days must obtain a visa appropriate to their purpose from the consulates in the country of which they are citizens or where they legally reside. E-visa applications can be made at www.evisa.gov.tr.

The duration of stay in Turkey with a visa or visa exemption cannot exceed a total of 90 days within every 180-day period. Foreign nationals who wish to stay longer must apply for a residence permit.

Residence permit applications are made online through the e-residence (e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr) system from within Turkey. For initial applications, applicants must be present at the relevant Provincial Directorate of Migration Management on the appointment date. Extension applications can also be made through the online system and required documents may be sent by post.

It is mandatory to have a passport or travel document valid for at least 60 days longer than the requested residence permit duration.

Yes, as of April 15, 2024, it has become mandatory for foreign nationals to have a UETS (National Electronic Notification System) address for residence permit applications. It can be obtained from PTT branches with a passport and foreigner identification number.

Residence permit duties and valuable document fees can be paid at tax offices, partner banks (Ziraat Bankası, Vakıfbank, Halkbank) or online through the Revenue Administration website (ivd.gib.gov.tr).

For properties purchased after October 16, 2023, the sale price of the property must be at least 200,000 USD (US Dollars) equivalent in Turkish Lira in all cities (regardless of metropolitan or non-metropolitan distinction) to qualify for a residence permit. This value must be consistent with the sale amount stated on the title deed.

With the new regulations, for properties purchased after October 16, 2023, the official sale price on the title deed (at least 200,000 USD) is taken as the basis instead of an appraisal report. However, the property must be residential in nature and used only for residential purposes.

The Directorate General of Migration Management has become more selective in tourist residence permit applications recently. First-time applications made solely with a rental contract may be rejected because the foreigner cannot substantiate their purpose for staying in the country. Additional documents such as a tourism plan, proof of financial means, and a UETS address are being requested.

Foreign nationals married to a Turkish citizen can apply for a "Family Residence Permit." This permit can be issued for a maximum of 3 years at a time, and after 3 years, if the conditions are met, the right to apply for Turkish citizenship arises.

The student residence permit is issued based on the duration of the foreigner's education. The student must present an active student certificate issued by their school. After graduation, a short-term residence permit for job-seeking purposes can be applied for within 6 months.

Foreign nationals who have resided in Turkey with a residence permit for an uninterrupted minimum of 8 years, have not received social assistance in the last 3 years, have sufficient income, and do not pose a threat to public security may apply for an indefinite (long-term) residence permit.

Yes, pursuant to Law No. 6458, a valid work permit replaces a residence permit. Foreign nationals with a work permit do not need to obtain a separate residence permit.

The rejected foreign national is notified. If the foreigner's legal visa or residence period has expired, they must leave Turkey within 10 days. The right to file a lawsuit at the Administrative Court within 60 days against the rejection decision is available.

Foreign nationals holding a residence permit must report address changes to the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management and the Population Directorate within 20 business days. Unreported address changes may result in the cancellation of the residence permit and administrative fines.

According to current regulations, the limitation on the duration of stay abroad for short-term residence permits (the 120-day rule) has been removed. However, when transitioning to a long-term residence permit, time spent abroad is deducted from the total residence period.