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General Conditions of Residence Permit…
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Question: What is a residence permit?
Answer: It is a residence permit issued by the competent authorities to foreign nationals who need to stay longer in Turkey after the visa or visa exemption period.
Question: What is the residence permit for?
Answer: It is taken in order to certify that foreign nationals are legally residing in the Republic of Turkey, for how long and for what purpose they have stayed in Turkey, and to prove their status to the competent authorities if requested.
Question: Where and how to get a residence permit?
Answer: Residence permit applications are made to the General Directorate of Migration Management under the Ministry of Interior by preparing appropriate documents. You can make your application through the Immigration Office of our institution, and you can benefit from expert support throughout the entire process from the preliminary preparation stage to preparing the file, from the appointment process to the receipt of your card. Question: For how many years can a residence permit be obtained?
Answer: Residence permit documents are issued to be valid for a maximum of five (5) years at a time, in accordance with the purpose of stay of the foreign national. This period varies according to the type of residence permit. Short-term residence permit can be issued for a maximum of two (2) years, excluding foreigners investing in Turkey and TRNC (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) citizens. Family residence permit is issued for a maximum of three (3) years. The duration of student residence is one (1) year. Residence covering the period of study can only be granted if the student is coming through public institutions. The duration of the humanitarian residence permit is also determined as one (1) year. Long-term residence permit is indefinite.
Question: Does every foreigner who comes to Turkey have to get a residence permit?
Answer: Foreign nationals can come to Turkey with a visa, e-visa or visa exemption. A foreigner who comes with an exemption can stay in Turkey without obtaining a residence permit, for example, if the citizens of his country have been granted a 90-day immigration permit within 180 days, as long as it does not exceed 3 months within 6 months. However, if he/she wants to stay longer than this period, he/she must obtain a residence permit suitable for the purpose of stay.
Question: I will stay with my friend in Turkey, can my friend make a commitment to stay with me? Or can only family and relatives commit?
Answer: Friends and acquaintances can also make an address commitment for the foreign person. If the foreign national who will visit Turkey will stay with a third person (other than family and relatives), a notarized commitment from the person he/she will stay with is required. If the person to be accommodated is married, this commitment must be given by both spouses.
Question: Are the documents received via e-Government valid for residence permit applications?
Answer: Yes. Documents that have been obtained through e-Government and that have the phrase “usable in official institutions” are accepted.
Question: I applied for a residence permit personally, now I cannot regain access to my application form on the system?
Reply:During the first application, you must write your passport number in the same way you entered your information in the system. After the preliminary application, you should try to access it by entering the application number given to you, your contact preference (mobile phone or e-mail) and your passport number (or foreigner’s identity number) correctly. After the pre-application, it is necessary to be able to log in to the system again for different transactions (appointment, payment, reprinting the form, etc.). And this process needs to be followed up in the best way possible. We recommend that you benefit from expert support in order to carry out your residence application in the healthiest way possible. Immigration Bureau experts, from the preliminary stage to preparing the file,
Question: During my residence permit, my expenses related to accommodation, food and drink or health will be covered by public institutions. How do I apply for a residence permit?
Answer: Determination of financial means and valid health insurance conditions are not sought for foreign nationals whose accommodation, food, beverage or health expenses will be covered by public institutions or organizations during the residence permit. If the treatment is to take place, information or documents regarding the treatment of the foreign national may be requested from the relevant hospital or public institution or organization, if necessary.
Question: Is there a separate type of residence permit for yacht owners? If a person resides on a yacht, which permit should he apply for?
Answer: No, there is no such residence permit. The foreign national must apply for a different residence permit that meets the conditions.
Question: What is a passport mismatch error? What can I do in such a situation?
Reply:You are required to enter the type of passport you have entered Turkey with (Ordinary, special, diplomatic confirmation must be provided). If your passport is not a passport obtained as a result of a special situation, the ordinary passport type option should be ticked. In the Passport or travel document field, you must enter the information of the passport with which you have entered Turkey. If you have obtained a new passport without leaving Turkey due to the expiration of the passport you have entered Turkey or the loss of this passport, you must enter the information of the passport you last entered Turkey with into the system. At this point, you can enter the information about your newly obtained passport in the passport validity date section. If you have dual citizenship, You need to continue your transactions with the passport information you last entered our country with. Since there is no entry and exit record in the passports provided for foreign children born in Turkey, an application must be made to the Directorate of Migration Management of the province.
Exceptions…
If the passport information you entered during online application does not match with the passport you entered in Turkey, all possible variations with or without letters and with or without spaces should be tried. In other words, it is necessary to enter this section in the application in the same way as your passport is registered. Foreign nationals who entered our country before 2007 and did not have any exit or entry registration after this date should apply to the Directorate of Migration Management of the province. Foreign nationals who enter Turkey with their country’s national identity card and hold a passport should also apply to the Migration Management Directorate of the province.
In addition, foreign nationals who are not able to apply due to the fact that there are countries that are not in the GöçNet system or have a different name, such as South Sudan or the Democratic Republic of Congo, and accordingly, there is no country / passport match in the online application system, can also apply to the Directorate of Migration Management of the affiliated province. must apply.
Question: For how long is a short-term residence permit issued?
Answer: As a rule, a short-term residence permit is issued for a maximum of 2 (two) years. The determination of time for issuing a residence permit is at the discretion of the administration. However, there are 2 exceptions. Short-term residence permit for those who do not work in Turkey but make investments within the scope and amount to be determined by the Council of Ministers, and their foreign national spouse and his/her spouse’s underage (under 18 years old) or dependent foreign national child who is over 18 years old; It can also be given to TRNC (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) citizens for a maximum of five years.
Question: How long do foreign nationals who have entered Turkey with conditional entry have to apply for a residence permit?
Answer: A foreign national must apply for a residence permit within ten (10) days if he enters Turkey conditionally. We recommend that you benefit from expert support in order to make your residence permit application in the healthiest way possible. Immigration Bureau experts ensure that you complete your transaction accurately and completely, by being with you throughout the entire process, from the preliminary preparation stage to the preparation of the file, from the appointment process to the receipt of your card.
Question: How long is the residence permit to be issued to TRNC (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) citizens?
Answer: 6458 Within the scope of Article 31 of the YUKK, a residence permit can be issued to TRNC (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) citizens for a period of five (5) years.
Question: What is the minimum passport duration for a residence permit application?
Answer: In your residence permit application, the validity of your passport must be at least 60 (sixty) days longer than the residence period you requested. Be sure to pay attention to the duration of your passport or passport substitute travel document that you will use in the application.
Question: Is there a photograph among the documents required for a residence permit?
Reply:There are 4 photographs among your residence permit application documents. Your biometric photo to be included in your file must be taken within the last six (6) months, have a white background and comply with the standards. The digital version is required during the pre-application, in addition, 4 physical versions are requested on the appointment date. The photograph among the residence permit documents must be biometric and a photograph in ICAO standards, and the standards of the photograph must be taken into account in order to avoid any disruption in the physical transactions at the Directorates of Migration Management, both during the pre-application process and after the appointment. If necessary, the digital version of the photographs can also be requested. In such a request, the photograph is delivered to the interested parties in the application process. We recommend that you benefit from expert support in order to make your residence permit application in the healthiest way possible. Immigration Bureau experts ensure that you complete your transaction accurately and completely, by being with you throughout the entire process, from the preliminary preparation stage to the preparation of the file, from the appointment process to the receipt of your card.
Question: Is income document required for residence permit applications? Which documents can be requested by the application evaluation authority as proof of financial income?
Answer: In the residence permit application, income documents are not requested during the first application. It is sufficient to indicate the amount and source of income in the application form. However, the application evaluation institution may request additional documents regarding your situation. If more evidence is needed to complete your application file, the following types of income documents may be requested: Retiree identification card and pension allocation certificate, passbook from the bank, an international credit card, current and approved income document stating that there is no lien on it, stamped and signed company letter. The document showing the deposit income from the bank, the document stating the amount kept in the bank for the duration of the foreign national’s stay in Turkey, if there is rental income, the title deed of the real estate and the lease contract provided that it is not older than 2 years.
For self-employed; A copy of the current tax plate of the partner or the company they own, the latest trade registry gazette, the signature circular, the balance sheet approved by the tax office or certified public accountant for the last three (3) years, the income statement, the balance of the current year, the registry of the Chamber of Tradesmen and Craftsmen. certificate or activity certificate may be requested. If the document showing the income statement is obtained from abroad, the Turkish translation must be brought with a notarized copy by a sworn translator.
Question: How much money must be in the bank in order to obtain a residence permit?
Answer: In short-term student residence permits, the declaration of the foreign national is sufficient unless information and documents are requested by the administration. In the family residence permit application, the supporting person must have an income not less than 1/3 (one third) of the current minimum wage per family member, provided that the total amount is not less than the minimum wage. A sufficient and regular income must be shown in the long-term residence permit. In determining the said sufficient and regular income, it may be accepted that you have an income equal to the monthly current minimum wage, as well as the fact that you have an immovable that generates rental income or that you have enough money in your bank account to make a living in Turkey all the time.
Marriage, Family Residence and Birth in Turkey…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I am married to a Turkish citizen, do I have to get a residence permit? Is marriage not a place of residence?
Answer: If a foreign national who is married to a Turkish citizen will stay in Turkey longer than the visa or visa exemption period, he/she must obtain a residence permit in accordance with this purpose. Having a civil marriage with a Turkish citizen does not give the foreigner the right to reside in Turkey. A family residence permit should be issued by making the necessary application. If the conditions are not suitable, a short-term residence permit can also be issued.
Question: I will apply for a family residence permit. Does the criminal record certificate need to be prepared for all members of the family?
Answer: In family residence permit applications, a criminal record certificate is only required for the person who will support his foreign national spouse. However, the administration has the right to request additional supporting documents at any time in extraordinary situations.
Question: Can people who are married to a citizen of the Republic of Turkey apply for a residence permit in case of any violation?
Answer: A foreign national who is married to a citizen of the Republic of Turkey; In case of violation of visa or indefinite residence permit for up to ninety (90) days, he/she must leave the country if possible. If this is not possible, it is necessary to apply to the Immigration Administration of the province to which it is affiliated.
Question: Can two foreigners who have married or settled in Turkey get a family residence permit?
Answer: In case two married foreigners want to apply for a family residence permit (provided that they have stayed in Turkey for at least 1 year with a residence permit or a work permit), since one of the foreigners will have to be supportive of the other person, these foreigners will be given a family residence permit at the same time. There is no possibility to issue a residence permit. Only the foreigner who can meet the condition of being a supporter can be a supporter.
Question: Do I need to get a family residence permit for my stepchild as well?
Answer: If the supporter fulfills the necessary conditions, the supporter has the right to apply for a Family residence permit on behalf of himself or his spouse’s foreign national child (under the age of 18) or a dependent child, even if he has completed the age of 18. If the person does not meet the conditions to apply for a family residence permit, an application can be made for a different residence permit suitable for the purpose, but the final decision is made by the Immigration Administration of the province.
Question: I have a student residence permit and I married a Turkish citizen. Do I need to change the type of residence permit (apply for a transfer) now? Can I get a family residence permit if I meet the conditions?
Answer: If the conditions for obtaining a family residence permit of a foreign national holding a student residence permit are met and he applies for this residence, a family residence permit can be issued to the person in question. In addition, as long as the student continues to meet the residence permit conditions, the student benefits from the same rights provided by the residence permit. If the foreigner wishes, he/she can continue his/her legal stay with the Student Residence Permit.
Question: What is the process to be followed for a foreign child born in Turkey?
Answer: With the birth certificate to be issued in the hospital, the child can stay in Turkey for up to 6 months, depending on the legal period of his parents in Turkey. During this period, a residence permit application must be made by obtaining the passport and starting from the date of birth. For children born outside the hospital, a document must be obtained from the headman’s office.
Question: What should be done to obtain a residence permit for a foreign baby born in Turkey?
Answer: Foreign nationals born in Turkey can stay in Turkey with their birth certificates and the valid residence permit period of their parents until their travel documents (passport) are issued and a residence permit application is made. Please note: Birth certificate alone does not give the right to exit and enter Turkey. It is obligatory to obtain a residence permit suitable for their situation within 180 (one hundred and eighty) days for these children. The residence permit is issued in such a way that it will be valid from the date of birth of the foreign national child.
Student Residence Procedures…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I studied at A university for 2 years. After that, I won the B university and made a horizontal transfer. What is the procedure I have to follow for residency now?
Answer: In case of a change of education institution without changing the province by changing the faculty or department within the same education institution, the current residence permit remains valid, provided that there is no interruption to studentship and timely notification is made. Foreign nationals in this situation must notify the migration administration directorate of their province of the change of department, faculty and school within twenty (20) working days at the latest. If the residence permit of the person is shorter than the period of study, it is extended to the duration of the study, starting from the date of the expiry of the permit. If the education is to be continued in a different province, the current residence permit is terminated by the governorship of the province where the education will continue, and a residence permit is issued for the duration of the new education.
Question: For which type of residence can foreign nationals who want to apply for a residence permit in Turkey for open education, special studentship or distance education reasons apply?
Answer: Student residence permit is not given for open education, special studentship or distance education reasons. The foreign national must apply for a different type of residence permit for which he/she meets the conditions.
Question: I registered for a Turkish language course in Turkey. Which residence permit will I apply for? What are the procedures for this residence permit?
Answer: If you have directly registered for a Turkish language course and have come to Turkey with a Turkish language course visa or a learning visa, you can apply for a short-term residence permit in Turkey and get this permit. However, this permission can only be granted twice (2). If you have registered at the university and have been directed to TÖMER (Turkish and Foreign Language Application and Research Center) by your university, a Student Residence Permit can be issued until the beginning of the next academic year, provided that you document your status. Short-term residence permit can be given to foreign students who come to Turkey with a visa for education purposes, but are directed to a Turkish language course without registering at the university because their Turkish language level is not sufficient.
Question: A friend of mine from abroad will come to Turkey to study open education. Can he/she apply for a student residence permit?
Answer: No. Student residence permit is not given for open education, special studentship or distance education reasons. The foreign national must apply for a different type of residence permit for which he/she meets the conditions.
Question: How is the procedure for obtaining a residence permit for children who will receive education in primary and secondary education?
Reply:Foreign children staying in our country with a family residence permit can benefit from their right to education. These foreigners do not need to obtain another residence permit in addition. For children under the age of eighteen (18) who are not accompanied by their mother or father and who will receive a student residence permit, a letter of consent, commitment document and birth certificate are required in all cases. However, the condition of obtaining a visa suitable for its purpose continues to be required from foreign nationals who will study at primary and secondary education level. On the other hand, residence permits to be given to those within this scope are issued for one year periods from the beginning of one academic year to the beginning of the next academic year. Exceptionally:
Question: I graduated before my student residence permit expired. Will my student residence permit continue now or should I switch to a different residence? What path should I follow?
Answer: The residence permits of graduate foreign students are terminated as of the date of graduation and they must apply for a new residence permit within 10 (ten) days in accordance with the new purpose of stay. The residence permit of the foreign student who cannot graduate within the normal education period is extended for a maximum of 1 year and not exceeding the maximum education period.
Question: Are fees charged for student residence permits?
Answer: Residence permits for foreign students studying at schools or faculties in Turkey are issued free of charge. Consular or embassy schools and international schools, etc., which are out of these schools. A residence permit fee is charged to foreign students of schools that are not considered a Turkish school.
Turkey Visa and Turkey e-Visa…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: Is a visa required to come to Turkey?
Answer: Without prejudice to the visa exemption provisions specified in the 13th article of the Regulation on the Implementation of the Law on Foreigners and International Protection, foreign nationals who will stay in Turkey for up to 90 (ninety) days can leave the Turkish representations (consulate or consulate) in the country of which they are citizens or where they are legally staying. embassies) must travel with a visa suitable for their purpose. Turkey’s visa policy for foreigners varies from country to country. Along with the printed visa and e-Visa (electronic visa) visa types, there are additional visa exemptions for the citizens of some countries. For detailed information on the subject, please check our Turkey Visa page.
Question: I have a one-year visa. Can I stay in Turkey for one year without interruption with this visa?
Answer: With your visa, you can stay in Turkey for a maximum of one hundred eighty (180) days and ninety (90) days. When you exceed 90 days, you will automatically be sold as a visa violation. To give an example, when you come to Turkey on January 1, 2021 with your 1-year Turkey visa, you must leave the country on March 31, 2021 in order not to violate the visa. As of July 1, 2021, your re-entry permit will begin to form. The point you need to pay attention to here is this: When we enter the second 180-day period of the year on July 1, 2021, your right to stay in Turkey for 90 days will not occur collectively. 180 days count means the last 180 days in your life when counted backwards from the day you are in.
In other words, with this account, you will have the right to stay in Turkey for 1 day on July 1, 2021, and when we come to July 31, 2021, you will now have the right to stay for 30 days. If you wait until September 31, 2021, you will have the right to stay for 90 days, and in this way, you will be able to spend the last 3 months of the year, like the first 3 months of the year. This system is implemented not only in Turkey but also in many countries. For example, in the European Schengen area countries, day calculations are made with this system.
Question: There is no Turkish Consulate or Embassy in the country I am in. I want to apply for a residence permit. How can I enter Turkey?
Answer: If you do not have the right to visa exemption, you can enter Turkey by obtaining a visa from the Foreign Representative of the Republic of Turkey in a different 3rd country (other than the foreign country you reside in).
Question: I have a ban on entry to Turkey, but I have to come now. What should I do to enter Turkey?
Answer: You have to go to the Foreign Representatives of the Republic of Turkey in the foreign country you are in and apply for a Special Annotated Visa.
Question: After my residence permit in Turkey expires, can I use my visa without leaving the country?
Answer: After the end of your residence permit, the visa or visa exemption you have before leaving the country cannot be used. In order to maintain your legal status in Turkey, you must extend your residence permit or leave the country on time and then re-enter. In this entry, you should pay attention to the 90-day rule in 180 days.
Question: What is a Committed (pre-authorized) visa / Annotated Visa?
Answer: It is the situation where a visa application made to the foreign representatives of Turkey in a foreign country is submitted to the General Directorate of Population and a visa cannot be issued without the approval of the Ministry of Interior. That means a pre-authorized visa. Famous visa for education, treatment, marriage, work etc. provided for the purposes.
Question: I have applied for an Identified (pre-authorized) visa / Annotated Visa. Where can I follow the outcome of this application?
Answer: You can learn about the progress of your application from the Turkish foreign representative office where you made the application. In addition, inquiries can be made via the line 157 of the Foreigners Communication Center of the Republic of Turkey, if the applicant personally reaches and passes the security questions.
Question: How long do I have to use the visa I have obtained from the Turkish Consulate in a foreign country, at the latest?
Answer: You must use the visa you have obtained from the Consulate of the Republic of Turkey in a foreign country within six (6) months at the latest.
Question: Am I a citizen of one of the countries where Turkey applies an electronic visa entry requirement? How can I apply for an e-Visa?
Answer: The e-Visa is valid for travel to Turkey for touristic or commercial purposes. We recommend that you benefit from expert support in order to complete your e-Visa application in the best possible way. Immigration Bureau experts ensure that you complete your transaction accurately and completely, by being with you throughout the entire process, from the preliminary preparation stage to the document control, from the application to the visa approval, within 48 hours.
Question: My passport is about to expire, can I enter Turkey this way?
Answer: Persons who do not have a passport with a validity of at least 60 (sixty) days after the expiry of the visa, visa exemption or residence permit period are not allowed to enter Turkey. Renew the validity of your passport for at least 60 (sixty) days after your trip to Turkey. 60 (sixty) days is the lower limit, the ideal of this period is 6 months. Many countries expect a foreign person to have a passport of at least 6 months upon entry.
Question: Can I apply for a residence permit in Turkey with a border visa?
Answer: Although it may vary depending on the type of residence permit requested, it is possible to apply for a residence permit with a border visa.
Question: For how many days is a border visa issued?
Answer: Border visa is issued for a maximum of 15 days.
Question: I stayed in Turkey for 5 (five) days longer than my visa period (I violated a visa). In this case, will I be banned from entering?
Answer: Your status will be evaluated at the Border gate where you will leave the country. According to Article 54 of the Law on Foreigners and International Protection, a deportation / deportation decision is taken for those who exceed the visa or visa exemption period for more than ten (10) days or whose visa has been cancelled. However, those who violate a visa for less than ten (10) days are allowed to exit, provided that they pay the fine for the violation. According to Article 54 of Law No. 6458, a deportation decision cannot be taken for these persons.
Question: I am in Turkey and my visa has expired. Can I apply for a new e-visa from within Turkey?
Answer: A person residing in Turkey cannot apply for an e-visa, he must leave the country to apply for a new e-visa. In addition, after logging out, it is required to calculate the day according to the 90-day rule in 180 days. If a person who came to Turkey with an e-visa and whose visa is running out, wants to stay in the country legally longer without leaving, he or she must apply for residence. We recommend that you benefit from expert support in order to carry out your residence application in the healthiest way possible. Immigration Bureau experts ensure that you complete your transaction accurately and completely, by being with you throughout the entire process, from the preliminary preparation stage to the preparation of the file, from the appointment process to the receipt of your card.
Question: What is the minimum duration of my passport in order to enter Turkey?
Answer: You must have a passport valid for at least sixty (60) days after your stay in Turkey, or a travel document that replaces a passport. 60 (sixty) days is the lower limit, the ideal of this period is 6 months. Many countries expect a foreign person to have a passport of at least 6 months upon entry.
Question: I personally applied for a visa from abroad. Where can I find out about the outcome of my application?
Answer: You can learn about the progress of your application from the Turkish foreign representative office where you made the application. In addition, inquiries can be made via the line 157 of the Foreigners Communication Center of the Republic of Turkey, if the applicant personally reaches and passes the security questions.
Question: How long does it take for Turkey visa application to be concluded?
Answer: Turkey visa applications are made to the Turkish consulate or embassy in the country where the foreign national is a citizen or legally located. If the person is a citizen of a country that is eligible to obtain a Turkey electronic visa, the application can also be received electronically. Printed visa applications are finalized within 90 (ninety) days at the latest. This period starts after the foreign national completes the required documents. Turkey e-Visa is a faster system. Applications are expected to be made at least 48 hours before the travel date, during which time the visa application is finalized.
Of course, it is not possible for foreign nationals to apply for the type of visa they want. If you are a citizen of a country that can only enter with a printed visa, you will not be able to apply for an e-visa. There is also a conditional e-visa system. A citizen of a country that normally needs to enter Turkey with a printed visa can apply for a Turkey e-Visa if he has a valid visa or residence permit from one of the United States, Republic of Ireland, United Kingdom or Schengen countries in his passport. Since there are rules on the subject that vary from person to person and from country to country, please consult the Immigration Office experts before applying.
Question: I received a penalty for visa violation, can I enter Turkey now?
Answer: Persons who do not agree to pay the debts and penalties arising from a visa violation or a previous residence permit are not allowed to enter Turkey.
Question: What is the visa exemption fee?
Answer: The countries exempted from the residence permit fee in accordance with the principle of reciprocity as well as the countries exempted from the single entry visa fee are determined by the Ministry. Turkey single entry visa fee is not collected from foreign nationals who enter Turkey by obtaining a special valid visa from Turkey’s foreign representative offices or / or with a stamped visa application, if they request a residence permit in our country, since they have paid a visa fee. However, foreign nationals who entered Turkey without paying a visa fee within the framework of visa exemption between the two countries do not pay a visa fee on their first entry, so this single-entry visa fee is charged during their residence permit applications.
Lost, Stolen and Expired Documents…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I lost my passport. Can I get a residence permit without my passport?
Answer: According to the provisions of the Passport Law No. 5682, Law No. 6458 on Foreigners and International Protection and Law No. 5683 on Foreigners Travel to Turkey, foreign nationals must present their valid passports to the competent authority in order to obtain a residence permit in Turkey.
Question: Can I apply for a residence permit with an expired passport?
Reply:For foreign nationals who will apply for a residence permit, a passport with a duration of sixty (60) days longer than the requested residence permit or a document that replaces a passport is required. Therefore, a residence permit application cannot be made with an expired passport. At this point, if the validity periods of your passport and residence permit expire at the same time, you can apply for a residence permit with an expired passport while making the pre-residence application, and the validity period of the new passport can be written into the passport validity period in the application. However, the new passport must be presented at the point where the documents are sent. When the residence permit application of the foreign national comes to the evaluation point,
Question: Is my residence permit card lost / stolen? What should be done in such a situation?
Reply:In case the residence permit card is lost, stolen, worn out or printed incorrectly, the residence permit document is reissued. In cases where the residence permit card is lost, stolen or worn, the relevant document card fee is in full; The fee for this permit is taken as half a fee. In addition, a report of disappearance must be kept through the police station. In accordance with Article 11 of Law No. 5683, foreign nationals who have lost their residence permit card must apply for a lost residence permit card. A new application should be made without delay, together with the lost and found report to be prepared by the relevant police station officials. Required documents at this point: Loss report, biometric photograph and document showing that the person is registered in the address registration system.
Question: My passport has expired and I have renewed it. Do I need to notify about this change?
Answer: Foreign nationals who are in Turkey and change their passports must notify the governorship (Directorate of Migration Management) within twenty (20) business days.
Question: I have applied, my visa / residence period will expire before my appointment date, what should I do?
Answer: Foreign nationals whose visa or residence permit expires before the appointment date are given the right to stay in Turkey until the appointment date. The application form of the person provides this right.
Question: My visa has expired. How many days can I apply for a residence permit now?
Answer: Residence permit applications must be made before the visa or visa exemption expires. If this is not possible, online applications made within ten (10) days after the visa or visa exemption period expires are considered. We recommend that you seek expert support to protect your legal status in Turkey and not to become a fugitive. Immigration Bureau experts ensure that you complete your transaction accurately and completely, by being with you throughout the entire process, from the preliminary preparation stage to the preparation of the file, from the appointment process to the receipt of your card.
Departure and Re-entry Abroad…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I have applied for a residence permit in Turkey, now can I go to my home country within the 90-day evaluation period? Can I stay in my country until my card is issued?
Answer: Under normal circumstances, after the application, it is necessary to stay in Turkey until the application is concluded. However, an arrangement has been made for those who have to leave. A residence permit application document is issued by the immigration administration directorate on the day of appointment to foreign nationals who have applied for their first residence permit. In applications for extension, this application document is automatically issued by the system. This document must be approved by the directorate of immigration administration in the province where the application is made. The application document and approved copies of the fee receipts provide the applicant with multiple exit and entry right to Turkey, provided that it does not exceed 15 days each time. The cost of this permit for 2020 is 80 USD (US Dollars).
Question: While my residence application is in the evaluation process, will there be any sanction if I exit with the application document I received and stay abroad for more than 15 days?
Answer: If the 15 (fifteen) day period is exceeded, action is taken in accordance with the general provisions of the visa. In accordance with Article 10 of the Law, the provision of staying for 90 (ninety) days in 180 (one hundred and eighty) days is reserved.
Question: Can foreigners who have applied for a residence permit but have not received their residence permit card yet, can leave the country?
Answer: Foreigners who will leave Turkey for a short time after applying for a residence permit, without waiting for the residence permit card to be issued, must be within the residence permit period they request and present the relevant fee receipts (except for the ones stated in the fee-free documents). They can leave the country with their residence permit application documents, without paying a penalized residence fee when exiting the border gates. If they return within fifteen (15) days, they will be able to enter Turkey without obtaining a visa, even if they are citizens of a country subject to a visa. The application document provides multiple entry and exit rights to Turkey, provided that you do not stay abroad for more than fifteen (15) days each time.
Question: I left Turkey while I had a residence permit, can I apply for a residence permit / extension from abroad?
Answer: Residence permit applications are currently not received from abroad. Foreign nationals whose residence permit expires during their stay abroad can apply for a residence permit online after entering our country, depending on the visa regime between the two countries. In addition, an application can be made through the representative of the foreigner or the lawyer to whom the power of attorney is given. However, in this case, the foreigner may also be required to be present in the application, pursuant to Article 97 of the Foreigners Law No. 6458. The article in question:
Obligation to comply with the invitation
1- Foreign nationals, applicants and persons with international protection status;
- a) In case the need arises for an investigation regarding their entry into or stay in Turkey.
- b) In case there is a possibility of a decision to deport (deport) him/her.
- c) They can be invited to the relevant governorship or the General Directorate for the reasons of notification of the transactions related to the implementation of this Law.
Foreign nationals can be brought by law enforcement without being invited, in case of non-compliance or serious doubts about non-compliance. This process is not implemented as an administrative oversight and the time to receive information cannot exceed 4 (four) hours.
Question: If foreign nationals with short-term residence permit stay abroad for how long, their residence permits are cancelled?
Answer: The practice of limiting the time to be spent abroad for the Short Term Residence Permit has been abolished within the framework of the International Labor Law No. 6735 published in the Official Gazette dated 13.08.2016. If before this date, the periods of stay according to this type of residence permit and violations, if any, will apply.
Work Permit Processes…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: My work permit is about to expire, can I apply for a residence permit in this case?
Answer: Before the work permit expires, it is necessary to apply for a residence permit suitable for the purpose within the last 60 days.
Question: Is it necessary to obtain an additional residence permit after the work permit is issued?
Answer: Work permits issued by the Ministry of Labor, Social Services and Family or by a public institution and organization authorized to issue work permits within their own legislation are considered as residence permits for the duration of their validity. The expiry date of the work permit is also accepted as the expiry date of the residence permit. Foreign nationals who do not extend the period of their work permit or do not obtain a residence permit suitable for their new status, are deemed to have violated the residence permit. In other words, you do not need to obtain an additional residence permit after your work permit is issued, but you should pay attention to the duration of your permit and renew it in a timely manner to maintain your legal status in Turkey.
Question: If the work permit is revoked, will the residence permit also be revoked?
Answer: Since work permits are counted as a residence permit, it is not necessary to obtain an additional residence permit as long as the duration of the work permit continues. However, if the work permit expires, the foreign national has the legal right to a residence permit for ten (10) more days and must apply for a residence permit suitable for its purpose within this period. If the foreign national has both a work permit and a residence permit, in case of cancellation of the work permit, the residence permit is not canceled and continues to provide the legal right to stay. A foreign national can legally stay in Turkey until the end of the residence permit period.
Question: I have a work permit. Can I study in Turkey with this permission?
Answer: In the event that the conditions for obtaining a student residence permit for a foreign national who has a work permit arise, the person can benefit from the rights provided by the student residence permit with the current work permit.
Question: At least how many months or how many years should I have a residence permit in order to apply for a work permit?
Answer: Within the framework of legal regulations, a certain period of time is required for work permit applications to be made from Turkey, except for those who are granted the right to apply from abroad. If you have a valid residence permit with at least 6 (six) months (except for the short-term residence permit obtained for tourism purposes) retrospectively, you can apply to the Ministry of Labor, Social Services and Family for work permit procedures.
Question: Is it necessary for the foreign national to make any notification after the work permit is considered a residence permit?
Answer: According to Article 27 (twenty-seven) of the Foreigners and International Protection Law No. 6458, the work permit and work permit exemption confirmation document replaces the residence permit. Foreign nationals who have obtained a work permit have to register with the Migration Administration of the province they are in within 20 (twenty) working days from the date of entry into Turkey.
Question: I am under temporary protection, can I get a work permit in this way?
Answer: Foreign nationals under temporary protection can apply for a work permit or work permit exemption 6 (six) months after the issue of their temporary protection identity documents.
Question: I am a refugee in Turkey, is it possible to get a work permit?
Answer: Foreign nationals who have refugee or subsidiary protection status can work independently or dependently, starting from the status they receive (without prejudice to the provisions in other legislation regarding the jobs and occupations they cannot work). Refugee or subsidiary protection identity document also replaces the work permit and this is written on the identity document.
Question: I am a student in Turkey. Can I get a work permit? Where do I apply to get this permit?
Answer: Undergraduate, associate degree, postgraduate or doctoral students studying in Turkey can work provided that they obtain a work permit. However, the right to work for associate degree and undergraduate students starts after their first year and is regulated by the relevant law. All applications are made to the Ministry of Labor, Social Services and Family.
Question: Can graduate and doctorate students studying in Turkey apply for a work permit?
Answer: Postgraduate and doctoral students studying in Turkey can work if they get a work permit. These students, who have obtained a work permit, are exempted from the obligation to obtain a student residence permit during the validity of their work permit. However, when the work permit expires or the work permit is not extended, the foreigner must obtain a student residence permit again and maintain his legal status in Turkey.
Question: Is it necessary to obtain a work permit for foreign football players?
Answer: Foreign national football players, other athletes and coaches whose demands are approved by the Turkish Football Federation or the General Directorate of Youth and Sports are not required to obtain a work permit for the duration of their contracts.
Foreign Health Insurance…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I want to apply for a 2-year short-term residence permit. I can request two years, but health insurance is valid for 1 year. What can I do in this situation?
Answer: In the applications you make through the Immigration Office, the health insurance to be prepared can be arranged as 1+1 year insurance, accordingly, we can request a 2-year short-term residence permit or apply in the same way as the 2-year General Health Insurance.
Address change…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I changed address while my residence permit was still in progress, what should I do now? If my new address is in a different province, will my current residence permit be cancelled?
Answer: When foreign nationals move their address from the province where they have obtained a residence permit to an address in another province, they must apply for a new residence permit within twenty (20) working days at the latest in order to reside in the province where they have just moved. In this process, if the type of residence permit does not change, a new residence permit document is issued, and the period for which the fee has been paid is not charged again. If you are moving your residential address to another address within the borders of your province, you must notify your new address to the provincial directorate of migration administration in your new province within twenty (20) working days. In such a case, a new residence permit is not issued, and the foreign national can continue to stay in our country with the current residence permit.
Residence Permit Denial…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: My residence permit application was rejected. How should I proceed now? Can I apply again?
Reply:The refusal of the residence permit request and the non-extension or cancellation of the permit are notified to the foreign person or the person’s legal representative or lawyer. The relevant notification includes how and how the foreigner can exercise their right to object to the decision, as well as other legal rights and obligations in this process. However, if the residence permit application is rejected, it is not possible to apply for the same stay within six (6) months. If your legal period in Turkey continues, you can only apply for another stay. We recommend that you benefit from expert support in order to carry out your residence application in the healthiest way possible. Immigration Bureau experts, from the preliminary stage to preparing the file,
Incomplete Documents of Residence Permit…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I personally applied for a residence permit, now I have been informed that my documents are missing. How many days are given to complete the missing documents? Will this affect my application result?
Answer: The Directorate of Migration Management gives the applicant up to thirty (30) days to complete the missing documents. If you do not complete and submit your missing documents within the specified time, your application will be canceled and removed from the process. We recommend that you benefit from expert support in order to make your residence permit application in the healthiest way possible. Immigration Bureau experts ensure that you complete your transaction accurately and completely, by being with you throughout the entire process, from the preliminary preparation stage to the preparation of the file, from the appointment process to the receipt of your card.
Residence Permit Appointment…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: Is there any sanction if I cannot attend my appointment on the appointment day after my application?
Answer: In this case, your application will not be processed. If your legal period regarding your stay in Turkey continues, you can rejoin the appointment with a new appointment. If your legal period has expired and you have yet to make the first application, action will be taken due to a visa violation. If you have applied for an extension, action will be taken against you due to the violation of the residence permit.
Question: I will apply for a residence permit, is there any fee to make an appointment?
Reply:No, appointment fee is not paid for residence permit applications. Applications are made online and then an appointment is made. There is no charge to set an appointment date and you can get it free of charge. Payments are made after the application. These are the Tuition fee and the card fee. However, depending on your personal situation, there may be a visa fee, visa violation penalty, etc. Fees may also occur. All of these must be paid before your file is considered. We recommend that you benefit from expert support in order to make your residence permit application in the healthiest way possible. Immigration Bureau experts ensure that you complete your transaction accurately and completely, by being with you throughout the entire process, from the preliminary preparation stage to the preparation of the file, from the appointment process to the receipt of your card.
Residence on Real Estate…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I bought a house in Turkey, now can I get a residence permit for myself and my family on this real estate?
Answer: In the residence permit applications to be made by foreign nationals who own real estate; The status of the immovable must be residential and used only for this purpose. Family members may have a share in the housing or the property may be jointly provided. In such cases, family members may also apply for a residence permit within this clause. The minor (under 18 years old) children and spouse of the person who bought the property also have a family residence permit with him. In addition, children over the age of 18 who live as dependents can also benefit from this right.
Long Term Residence Permit…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: If I get a long-term residence permit, can I enter and exit Turkey as I wish without any restrictions?
Answer: Long-term residence permits are canceled if the foreign national stays outside of Turkey for an uninterrupted period of more than 1 (one) year for reasons other than education, health and compulsory public services in his country. In other words, having a long-term residence permit does not allow you to stay in another country for more than 1 year without any reason.
Question: I have been in Turkey for years with a short-term residence permit, now I want to get a long-term permit. What are the long-term residence permit application requirements?
Answer: The conditions sought in the transition to a long-term residence permit are as follows:
- a) To have stayed in the Republic of Turkey with a residence permit for at least 8 (eight) years without interruption. (Your day count is done by the Police Department at the time of application.)
- b) Not having received any social assistance in the last 3 (three) years.
- c) To have sufficient and regular income and sources of income to provide for himself or his family, if available.
- ç) To have a valid health insurance.
- d) Not to pose any threat in terms of public order and public security.
Conditions other than subparagraph (d) of the first paragraph are not sought for foreign nationals who are deemed suitable for long-term residence permit due to the conditions determined by the Migration Board.
Visa Violation and Deport…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I committed a visa violation / residence violation. Will I pay a fine? If I have to pay, how much will it cost?
Answer: In cases of visa violation or residence permit violation, penalty fee is paid. Since the fees are determined within the framework of the agreements made with the countries, they differ for each country. In addition, there are variations depending on the duration of the violation, the nationality and age of the foreign person. Such fines can be learned at the border gates (Violation Department) when you leave Turkey.
Question: Is a foreign national considered to have violated a residence permit or visa while in detention?
Answer: Those who remain in prison as a prisoner or convict after action is taken are not deemed to have violated a residence permit or visa. If a residence permit violation or visa violation is made before the transaction is made, action is taken in accordance with the general provisions for the periods of violation and the residence permits, if any, are cancelled.
Question: Who makes the assessment that will form the basis for the deportation decision?
Answer: This evaluation is made by the officials of the provincial or district’s migration administration directorate.
Question: How many hours does the process of making a decision with evaluation in deportation procedures take?
Answer: This evaluation process concludes within 48 hours at the latest.
Question: According to the YUKK (Foreigners and International Protection Law), where can foreign nationals who are to be deported (deported) be deported?
Answer: Foreign nationals can be deported to their own country, a transit country, a transit country to come to Turkey, or a different third country with the decision to deport.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: When does the 48-hour period in the evaluation and decision-making process start in deportation procedures?
Answer: The 48-hour period begins when all the necessary documents are prepared and delivered to the provincial directorate of migration administration in order for the foreign national to be handed over to the provincial directorate of migration administration by the law enforcement officers. If it is determined by the provincial directorate of migration administration that the foreign national is within the scope of Article 54 of the Law (to be taken for a deportation decision), it starts when the foreigner is present at the provincial directorate of immigration administration.
Question: Where can the evaluation, which will be the basis for the decision to deport, be made by the officials of the provincial directorate of immigration?
Answer: Evaluation can be made in the place where the foreign national is processed, in the places where the foreign national is caught or detected by the law enforcement officers, in the immigration administration directorate of the province or district, in the GGM Removal Centers or in another place approved by the provincial migration administration directorate.
Question: Where should the evaluation regarding the deportation decision be completed?
Answer: It is essential that the evaluation regarding the deportation decision is completed in the province where the foreign national was processed, detected or caught.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: Are there any Exceptions at the point of completion of the evaluation regarding the deportation decision, and if so, what is it?
Answer: There may be changes depending on the physical and administrative capacity in these places and other factors. Upon the request of the Governor’s Office and the permission of the General Directorate, these foreign nationals are referred by the law enforcement officers to the migration administration directorate of the province or district closest to the point where they were caught, or to the GGM Removal Center, in order to be evaluated regarding the decision to deport them. .
Question: Who takes the decision to deport?
Answer: The decision to deport (deport) is taken independently by the governor’s office in the province where the foreign national is arrested, detected or processed, or upon the instruction of the General Directorate.
Question: Can the decision to deport (deport) be made collectively?
Answer: The decision to deport (deport) is taken separately for each foreign national.
Question: Who is the decision to deport (deport) notified to?
Answer: The deportation decision, together with its reasons, is notified to the foreign national for whom the deportation decision has been taken, or to the legal representative or lawyer of this person. If the foreign national for whom a deportation decision has been taken is not represented by a lawyer, he or his legal representative is informed about the outcome of the decision, as well as the objection procedures and objection periods.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: After the deportation decision is taken, according to the Article 54 of the Law on Foreigners and International Protection (the deportation decision will be taken), the foreign national is deported, as listed in Article 55 of the same law (the deportation decision will not be taken). What is done by the authority that took the decision to deport (deport) if it is understood that he is one of the persons whose deportation decision cannot be taken?
Answer: The action is immediately withdrawn by the authority that took the deportation decision.
Question: Can the foreign national or the legal representative or lawyer of the person apply to the judiciary against the decision to deport (deport)?
Answer: The foreign national or his legal representative or lawyer can apply to the administrative court against the decision to deport (deport) within 15 (fifteen) days, starting from the notification of the decision.
Question: In how many days does the administrative court finalize the application made against the deportation decision?
Answer: Applications are finalized by the administrative court within fifteen (15) days.
Question: What is the legal nature of the decision of the administrative court against the deportation decision?
Answer: The decision of the administrative court on this issue is final.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: Is it necessary to inform the authority that took the deportation decision by the foreign national who has applied to the administrative court against the deportation decision?
Answer: The foreign national who has applied to the administrative court against the deportation decision should inform the authority that took the deportation decision.
Question: What is the effect of applying to the administrative court against the deportation decision on the deportation process?
Answer: If an application is made to the administrative court against the deportation decision, the execution of the deportation process automatically stops.
Question: Can a foreign national be deported within the period of filing a lawsuit against the deportation process or before the trial is concluded in case of a judicial remedy?
Answer: Without prejudice to the consent of the foreign national, the foreign national is not deported “within the period of filing a lawsuit” or “until the conclusion of the proceedings in case of a judicial remedy”.
Question: How long is the time allowed for those who have been deported to leave Turkey, provided that it is specified in the deportation decision?
Answer: A period of up to 30 (thirty) days is granted, not less than 15 (fifteen) days.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: Who is not given time to leave Turkey?
Answer: People who are at risk of escaping or disappearing, people who violate legal entry or exit rules, people who use fake documents, people who try to obtain a residence permit with false documents, or people who are found to have received it. In addition to these, no time is given to those who pose a threat to public order, public security or public health.
Question: Are any documents given to people who have been given time to leave Turkey?
Answer: An Exit Permit is issued to persons who have been granted a period of time to leave Turkey. This document is free of charge.
Question: By whom and within how long are foreign nationals for whom an administrative detention decision has been taken taken to the removal centers (GGM)? Is there an exception to this?
Answer: Foreign nationals for whom an administrative detention decision has been taken are taken to removal centers (GGM) within 48 (forty-eight) hours by the law enforcement unit that made the arrest. However, if the evaluation regarding the deportation decision will be made in a different place than the province where the arrest took place, the law enforcement officers in that province may also make a referral to the removal center (GGM).
Question: By whom and at what intervals is it evaluated whether there is a necessity for the continuation of the administrative detention?
Answer: Whether there is an obligation to continue the administrative surveillance is regularly evaluated by the governorship every month.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: In which cases may not be necessary to continue administrative detention?
Answer: In case it is foreseen that the deportation decision cannot be carried out within six (6) months after the foreign national is placed in administrative detention. In case it is understood that the foreign national under administrative detention falls within the scope of Article 55 of the Law (the deportation decision will not be taken). In the event that the risk of escape or disappearance, which is the basis for an administrative detention decision, disappears within the framework of the second paragraph of Article 57 of the Law (Administrative detention and its duration for deportation). In case the foreign national voluntarily applies for repatriation support. In all these cases, it may not be necessary to continue the administrative detention.
Question: How long does the administrative detention period in removal centers (DGM) last? Can this period be extended?
Answer: The administrative detention period in removal centers (DGM) cannot exceed 6 (six) months. However, this period can be extended for a maximum of 6 (six) months if the deportation process cannot be completed due to the foreign national’s failure to cooperate or not to provide correct information or documents about his/her country.
Question: To whom and how are the results of the administrative detention decision, the extension of the administrative detention period and the results of the monthly evaluations notified?
Answer: The administrative detention decision, the extension of the administrative detention period, and the results of the monthly evaluations are notified to the foreign national or the person’s legal representative or lawyer, together with the justification.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: Can the person or the legal representative or lawyer of the person who is taken into administrative detention apply to the judiciary against the said administrative detention decision?
Answer: The person under administrative detention or the legal representative or lawyer of the person may apply to the criminal judge of peace against the said administrative detention decision.
Question: In how many days will the judge of the peace judge make a decision against the administrative detention decision? What is the legal nature of his decision and does this application stop the administrative detention decision?
Answer: The application does not stop the administrative detention. The peace judge concludes the examination within 5 (five) days. The decision of the magistrate is final.
Question: Who or by whom are the procedures regarding the implementation of the deportation decision carried out?
Answer: The procedures regarding the implementation of the deportation decision are made by the provincial directorate of migration administration or the directorate of the removal center (GGM).
Question: What kind of procedure is followed for the transfers to be made from the removal center (GGM) to the border gates and the foreign nationals who will be deported (deported) without being referred to the removal centers (GGM)?
Frequently asked Questions…
Answer: For the foreign nationals who will be deported (deported) from the removal center (GGM) to the border gates and deportation centers (GGM), the provincial directorate of migration administration requests the determination of the personnel who will take part in the transfer process by contacting the law enforcement officers. . The assignment is submitted to the approval of the governor’s office. It takes place after approval.
Question: Who or who is responsible for meeting the personnel, tools, equipment and transportation organization and all other expenses related to the transfer of foreign nationals to the border gates?
Answer: Provincial directorates of migration administration or removal center (GGM) are responsible for meeting the personnel, tools, equipment and transportation organization and all other expenses related to the transfer of foreign nationals to the border gates.
Question: Who determines the number of law enforcement personnel who will take part in the risk assessment during the dispatch?
Answer: After the risk assessment during the referral is made by the relevant law enforcement unit, the number of law enforcement personnel who will take part in the referral process is determined. For this purpose, the removal center (GGM) or the provincial directorate of migration administration inform the relevant law enforcement unit in advance about the foreign nationals subject to the referral process.
Residence Extension Application…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: Do I need to attend an appointment for residence extension applications? What action should I take?
Answer: As of 02.05.2019, the cargo / mail method has been terminated and the appointment system has been started for all residence permit applications and extension applications for all provinces (81 Provinces). Foreign nationals who apply for an extension must be present at the migration administration directorate of the province they have applied for, on the appointment day and time specified in the application forms. We recommend that you benefit from expert support in order to carry out your residence permit extension application in the most healthy way. Immigration Bureau experts ensure that you complete your transaction accurately and completely, by being with you throughout the entire process, from the preliminary preparation stage to the preparation of the file, from the appointment process to the receipt of your card.
Question: Can I apply for an extension to switch to a different type of residence permit?
Answer: Foreign nationals may apply for a residence permit suitable for their new stay, in case the reasons for granting the residence permit expire or a different reason emerges. This application must be made as a transition application. We recommend that you benefit from expert support in order to make your residence permit application in the healthiest way possible. Immigration Bureau experts ensure that you complete your transaction accurately and completely, by being with you throughout the entire process, from the preliminary preparation stage to the preparation of the file, from the appointment process to the receipt of your card.
Question: When should an application be made to extend the current residence permit?
Answer: Applications for extension are made after 60 (sixty) days before the expiration of the residence permit and in any case before the expiration of the residence permit.
Apostille Processes…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: What is an apostille annotation? Where to get an apostille annotation?
Answer: Apostille annotation is a document approval system that allows the validity of a document to be approved and used legally in another country. If you are a citizen of a country that has accepted the Apostille agreement, you must request this from the authorities of the country where you received the document. Both the foreigner’s own country and the representative offices of his country in Turkey can provide support in this regard. The full list of countries that have accepted the Apostille agreement is available on our website.
Question: Is it necessary to approve a document with an apostille annotation separately?
Answer: Yes. In order for the said document to be used in Turkish institutions, its sworn Turkish translation must be approved by a notary public.
Temporary Protection Procedures…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: Can a person with temporary protection apply for a work permit?
Answer: For foreigners under temporary protection, they can apply for a work permit or work permit exemption six months after the temporary protection identity document is issued.
Question: I am under temporary protection, in this case, can I apply for a long-term residence permit?
Answer: The temporary protection identity document does not provide the right to transition to a long-term residence permit.
Question: I am under temporary protection, can I benefit from health services in this case?
Answer: Syrian nationals who are registered and have a Temporary Protection Identity Document can benefit from health services within the borders of their province of residence.
Question: I am under temporary protection, can I benefit from education services in this case?
Answer: Syrian nationals who have been registered and have a Temporary Protection Identity Document can enroll in schools at primary or secondary education level, with the relevant regulation of the Ministry of National Education (MEB). In addition, they can study at universities with this document.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I am under temporary protection, can I stay in shelters?
Answer: In order to be placed in Temporary Accommodation centers, you need to contact the Migration Administration of the province where you are registered and submit your request.
Question: I am under temporary protection and I have a work permit. Can I exit and enter Turkey outside of Turkey?
Answer: Persons who have obtained a work permit within the scope of temporary protection must obtain permission from the Immigration Administration of the province they are registered in order to travel between provinces. If they leave the country, their temporary protection card will be canceled (with the exception of official permissions from the Immigration Administration).
Question: Does temporary protection end in case of departure to a third country?
Answer: If Syrian nationals under temporary protection are admitted to a third country for humanitarian reasons or resettlement, or if they exit to a third country, their temporary protection ends individually.
Question: Where should a Syrian person register for Temporary Protection?
Answer: In order to register within the scope of Temporary Protection, it is necessary to apply to the Immigration Administration of the province. If you are in Istanbul, you can contact Kumkapı and Sultanbeyli Coordination Centers.
Question: Does the temporary protection identity document give the foreign national the right to apply for Turkish citizenship?
Frequently asked Questions…
Answer: Temporary protection identity document gives the person the right to stay in Turkey. However, it is not possible to apply for Turkish citizenship in any way with this document.
Question: How can a Syrian person under Temporary Protection register their baby’s birth?
Answer: First, a birth certificate must be obtained from the hospital. If the baby was born in a place other than the hospital (for example, at home, etc.), a document is obtained from the headman’s office that the relevant birth has taken place. The child can be registered at the Population and Registration Center after a birth certificate is obtained from the hospital or a document indicating that the birth has taken place from the headman. The documents required to carry out this registration process are the child’s birth certificate and the temporary protection identity cards of the parents.
Question: Would it be sufficient for only the elder to attend the appointment made for the application?
Answer: Even if the appointment is made by the elder of the family, all members of the family must be present at the data update office on the day of the appointment.
Question: I lost my Temporary Protection identity document. How should I proceed now?
Answer: Persons who lost or had their Temporary Protection ID card stolen should have a lost or stolen report drawn up at the Police Headquarters. Then they have to apply to the Immigration Administration of the province. If the relevant report cannot be prepared, an advertisement should be placed in the local or national newspaper. After that, an application should be made to the Immigration Administration of the province.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I have a pre-registration document, can I change the province?
Answer: In order to be able to change the province, it is absolutely necessary to wait for the temporary protection permit, that is, the Foreigner’s Identity Number.
Question: I have a temporary protection ID and am studying at the university. In this case, can I apply for a student residence permit?
Answer: Syrian nationals within the scope of Temporary Protection have the right to receive education with their current status. If they want to obtain a Student Residence permit, if the necessary conditions are met (they have the conditions in Article 38 of the Law on Foreigners and International Protection No. 6458), they should first go to the Directorate of Migration Management of the province they are registered in order to obtain detailed information about their own situation.
Note: The conditions in Article 38 of the YUKK are as follows:
Student residence permit
(1) A student residence permit is given to foreign nationals who will study at a higher education institution in Turkey.
(2) Foreign nationals who will receive primary and secondary education, whose maintenance and expenses are undertaken by a real or legal person, may be granted a student residence permit and extended for one year periods during their education period, with the consent of their parents or legal representatives.
(3) The student residence permit does not provide any right to the parents and all other relatives of the student to obtain a residence permit.
(4) If the student’s education period is less than one year, the duration of the student residence permit cannot exceed the duration of the education.
(5) Foreign nationals who will come and study in Turkey through public institutions or organizations may be granted a residence permit covering the period of their education.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: How do the marriage procedures of Syrian people under temporary protection take place?
Answer: Syrian persons under Temporary Protection who want to get married; They must apply to the Directorate of Migration Management in their province. After this application, they are given a “Marriage License Certificate” or a “Certificate of Celibacy”, which shows their marital status. With this document, Syrian persons can perform official marriage procedures in Turkey. Marriage License Certificate is issued in the Immigration Administrations of the province according to the identity document, if any, and according to the declaration of the person if there is no identity card.
Question: Can Syrians under temporary protection who have married Turkish citizens obtain Turkish citizenship?
Answer: The periods spent within the scope of Temporary Protection are not included in the calculation of days in the acquisition of citizenship through marriage. However, the foreign national has the right to apply according to the provisions of the Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901 on acquisition through marriage. The relevant and authorized unit is the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs.
The provision in question in Law No. 5901 is as follows: “Marriage with a Turkish citizen does not directly acquire Turkish citizenship. However, foreigners who have been married to a Turkish citizen for at least three years and whose marriage continues can apply to acquire Turkish citizenship.
Question: Can Syrians under temporary protection apply for a residence permit?
Answer: In order to obtain a residence permit for Syrians under Temporary Protection, they must personally apply to the Directorate of Migration Management in their province.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: Syrian persons under Temporary Protection. When they want to get permission to leave Turkey, which institution should they apply to?
Answer: Among the Syrians within the scope of temporary protection, those who have obtained a visa or residence permit from a third country, or who will apply for the purpose of leaving Turkey, must personally apply to the Directorate of Migration Management in their province of residence with all necessary documents and documents.
Question: Not having any family members in the country they want to go to. With which documents will the Syrian people who have no relatives and will not receive treatment, apply for exit to a third country?
Answer: Regarding Syrian persons under temporary protection, for whom a visa or residence permit has been issued by a third country. Regardless of the purpose of issuing the visa or residence permit they hold, all necessary evaluations are made by the governorship of the province of residence (Provincial Directorate of Migration Management).
Question: Syrians under Temporary Protection. What documents should a person who will be treated in a third country to go to apply to?
Answer: Regarding Syrian persons under temporary protection, for whom a visa or residence permit has been issued by a third country. Regardless of the purpose of issuing the visa or residence permit they hold, all necessary evaluations are made by the governorship of the province of residence (Provincial Directorate of Migration Management).
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: Those who have relatives in the country they want to go to. Where and with which documents should Syrians under temporary protection apply?
Answer: Regarding Syrian persons under temporary protection, for whom a visa or residence permit has been issued by a third country. Regardless of the purpose of issuing the visa or residence permit they hold, all necessary evaluations are made by the governorship of the province of residence (Provincial Directorate of Migration Management).
Question: Who has a family member(s) in the country they want to go to. Where and with which documents should Syrians under temporary protection apply?
Answer: Among the Syrians under temporary protection. Regarding those for whom a visa or residence permit has been issued by a third country. Regardless of the purpose of issuing the visa or residence permit they hold, all necessary evaluations are made by the governorship of the province of residence (Provincial Directorate of Migration Management).
Question: What kind of action is taken against a foreign national who comes back to our country after returning to his/her country within the scope of voluntary repatriation?
Answer: After returning to his/her country within the scope of voluntary repatriation, a foreigner who comes back to the borders of Turkey to benefit from temporary protection has to personally apply to the migration administration directorate of the province he/she resides in after passing through our borders. At this point, an interview is made about why he came back with him and a decision is made on whether temporary protection provisions can be applied to him, and the approval of the General Directorate is requested.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: What is the procedure for the exit procedures of Syrians under Temporary Protection who have voluntarily returned?
Answer: Persons who want to return to their country within the scope of voluntary repatriation should first go to the provincial directorate of migration administration. Here the Volunteer must fill out the Return Form. Persons can exit the border gates with the Road Permit Document and a copy of the Voluntary Return form to be given to them. At the exit point, the person’s Temporary Protection Card is received by the authorized personnel at the border gates.
Question: How does the Temporary Protection Coverage, individually or collectively, end?
Answer: The main application for the termination of the scope of temporary protection is given through the Presidential Decision. This decision collectively means the termination of temporary protection. If the scope of temporary protection as an individual ends; It happens in cases where the Syrian person under temporary protection leaves a third country, returns voluntarily, benefits from the protection of another country, transitions to a Turkish residence permit or dies.
Question: If foreigners within the scope of temporary protection want to change the province they are staying in, what should they do?
Answer: If foreigners within the scope of temporary protection want to live in another province; They must go to the immigration office in the province where they are registered and obtain the necessary permits. Work, health, education, kinship relations, etc. if they have a reasonable justification. If deemed appropriate, they can apply to the directorate of migration administration in the province they will go to, with the Road Permit Document to be given to them.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: In which provinces can foreigners under temporary protection stay?
Answer: Foreigners within the scope of temporary protection have the right to stay in the provinces deemed appropriate by the General Directorate of Population. In accordance with the current regulations; Foreigners within the scope of temporary protection are not allowed to stay in Antalya, they are allowed to stay in all other provinces except this province.
Question: When did the temporary protection application start and when does it end?
Answer: The beginning and end of the temporary protection application is realized with the decisions to be taken by the Presidency. The temporary protection procedure applied to Syrian persons in Turkey started with the entry into force of the temporary protection regulation dated 22 October 2014. The end date of this temporary protection, which covers Syrians who came to our country as of April 28, 2011, is not certain.
Question: Are foreigners of Iraqi nationality covered under temporary protection? Or is temporary protection only for Syrian citizens?
Answer: For temporary protection due to the events that took place in the Syrian Arab Republic as of 28 April 2011. Citizens of the Syrian Arab Republic who come to or cross our borders individually or en masse from the Syrian Arab Republic. In addition, refugees and stateless persons are placed under temporary protection even if they have applied for international protection.
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: How is it decided who will be included in the scope of temporary protection?
Answer: In cases where there is a mass migration to our country. With the Presidential decision to be taken, it is decided whether or not the persons will be included in the scope of temporary protection.
Question: Who are covered under temporary protection?
Answer: For temporary protection due to the events that took place in the Syrian Arab Republic as of 28 April 2011. Citizens of the Syrian Arab Republic who come to or cross our borders individually or en masse from the Syrian Arab Republic. In addition, refugees and stateless persons are placed under temporary protection even if they have applied for international protection.
Question: How and where are the Temporary Protection registration procedures done?
Answer: Temporary Protection registration procedures are carried out at the registration centers determined in the provinces. Syrian persons who apply for Temporary Protection are given a Pre-Registration Document with a validity of thirty (30) days. This period may be extended if deemed necessary. In case of a positive decision, a Temporary Protection Card / Foreigner Identification Document is issued.
Stateless Status and Other Issues…
Frequently asked Questions…
Question: I live in Turkey with stateless status, can I apply for a residence permit?
Answer: The identity document of stateless persons replaces a residence permit. However, if you request a residence permit, you also have the right to apply for a residence permit whose conditions you meet.
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