Turkey — Residency: Required Documents

Key facts

• Initial short-term permit: application form, passport copy, four biometric photographs, proof of financial sufficiency, residence permit and card fee receipts, and valid health insurance.
• A title deed is added if the applicant owns property; business purposes add an invitation letter and notarized company, tax registration, trade gazette and signature documents.
• Applications are made through e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr, then documents go to the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management.
• Extensions may be filed up to 60 days before expiry and never after it.
• Fee amounts and processing times are not stated on the page.

Steps

1. Step 1: Gathering required documents — Collect all necessary documents, which may vary based on your personal circumstances and the specific type of residency you're applying for. Ensure you have all required documents translated into Turkish and notarized.
2. Step 2: Submitting the application — Submit your application and supporting documents to the relevant authorities, such as the Turkish embassy or consulate in your home country, or the relevant local authorities in Turkey.

Required documents

• Application form
• Passport copy
• 4 biometric photographs
• Proof of financial means
• Fee receipts
• Valid health insurance
• Title deed (property owners)