Foreigners who want to relocate to Turkey need to apply for a short-term residence permit that is valid for maximum one year. After this period, foreign citizens are required to extend the residence permit or to obtain a long-term residence permit in Turkey. One of our immigration lawyers in Turkey can explain the rights for residence permits in 2024 and can help foreign investors start a business in this country. They can also offer guidance if interested in immigration to Turkey.

  • Foreigner by Visa or e-Visa are allowed to stay in Turkey 90 days / every 180 days
  • Foreigner to stay over 90 days must lodge application for Touristic e-ikamet to stay
  • Average daily 20.000 e-ikamet residence permit applications are lodged in Turkey
  • The Visa type entered will help determine the e-ikamet type residence ID card to obtain
  • Touristic e-ikamet residence ID card has no time limit to stay in or outside Turkey
  • Touristic e-ikamet residence ID is only to live in Turkey and pass free Turkish borders

To understand the procedure of residency in Turkey please contact us with your requirements. We have one the fastest turn arounds in Turkey.