DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR SHORT-TERM RESIDENCE PERMIT APPLICATIONS IN TURKEY

If you are willing to obtain short-term residence permit in Turkey, the documents you need to provide to our residence permit lawyers are briefly stated below. Apart from the documents stated herein, it may be necessary to submit a number of documents that are specifically required depending on the reasons for your stay. For more information on this subject, please contact our immigration lawyers in Turkey.

• Residence permit application form. This document must be signed by the foreigner and/or his legal representative.
• Original and translated, notarized copy of passport. It should be noted that the maximum period of stay you will request cannot be more than your passport duration. Pursuant to Article 21 of the 6458 numbered Law on Foreigners and International Protection, foreigners who will apply for a residence permit must have a passport with a validity of sixty days longer than the total residence permit period they request to stay.
• Four biometric photographs with white background, taken within the last six months.
• A statement that you have sufficient and regular financial means during your stay.
• Documents/receipts showing that the residence fee and card fee has been paid.
• Valid health insurance. Valid health insurance must be covering all the residence permit period. Our immigration lawyers assist our clients to obtain an affordable private health insurance.
• Proof of address. This document is the document that shows where you will reside in Turkey. If you are a tenant, your notarized rental agreement must be submitted, and if you are a landlord, a copy of the title deed is required.
• In case of being registered in the address registration system, a document proving your residency address (Certificate of Residence) shall be obtained. In case if you are not registered in the address registration system, providing notarized rental agreement to the immigration authority will be sufficient.
• If the applicant is married, marriage certificate.
• A criminal record document that must be taken from the foreigners home country. This document has to be apostilled.
• Potential tax number. Potential tax number for foreigner applicant is obtained by our immigration lawyers in Turkey.
• Health certificate from a public hospital in Turkey.
• E-visa document or a copy of the visa stamp on your passport.
• Documents proving clients income.
• Power of Attorney for our immigration lawyers to assist you in your short-term residence permit application in Turkey.

Having clients all over the world, MESCI Law Firm, with its team of dedicated lawyers specialized in immigration law, citizenship through investment, residence permit and work permit makes all kinds of residence permit applications diligently, informs client about the process detailly before the application, determines most suitable residence permit type and follows the residence permit application process from the beginning to the end. In case of rejection of residence permit application, our lawyers also carry out appeal and litigation processes. Clients shall duly note that upon rejection of the residence permit application by the immigration authority, you can file an objection petition agaisnt this rejection decision within 30 days following service of the decision on you. Upon service of the rejection decision, a lawsuit must be filed against the rejection decision before Ankara Administrative Courts within 60 days starting from safe receipt of the notification. If your residence permit application is rejected, within 10 days upon expiration of visa or visa exemption, you have to leave the country.

RANGE OF SERVICES WE PROVIDE AS IMMIGRATION LAWYERS IN TURKEY

• Providing legal consultation to determine the most suitable residence permit type for the applicant and to inform the foreigner about the documents required for the application.
• Short-term residence permit applications.
• Family residence permit applications.
• Student residence permit applications.
• Long-term residence permit applications.
• Humanitarian residence permit applications.
• Victims of human trafficking residence permit applications.
• Appealing the residence permit refusal decision.
• Filing an action for nullity regarding revocation of the residence permit application rejection decision.

How long can I stay outside Turkey with residence permit?

If a foreigner in Turkey applies through the e-residence system and completes their application by going to the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management in the province where they have their appointment on the scheduled date and time provided after the online application, a residence permit application document will be issued. Together with the residence permit application document approved by the Directorate and the fee receipt, the foreigner applicant can exit Turkey within 15 days from the date of entry, provided that they return back to Turkey within this period. This residence permit application document allows multiple exits and entries for foreigners as long as they return within 15 days each time. However, if the foreigner stays abroad for more than 15 days, visa regulations will be applied when the applicant tries to re-enter to Turkey. It is important to emphasize that if it is determined that foreigners are not in Turkey after their residence permit applications, their applications may be evaluated negatively. Therefore, if you have an ongoing residence permit application, we recommend that you do not leave Turkey until it is finalized.

Touristic residence permit Turkey

Article 31 of 6458 numbered Law on Foreigners and International Protection, as well as the subsequent articles of the same law and Article 28 of the Regulation on the Implementation of the Law on Foreigners and International Protection, along with the continuing articles of the same law, regulate short-term residence permits. Foreigners who will come to Turkey for the following purposes may apply for a short-term residence permit:

• Foreigners conducting scientific research in Turkey.
• Foreigners who own real estate in Turkey.
• Foreigners who will establish commercial connections or businesses in Turkey.
• Foreigners participating in in-service training programs.
• Foreigners coming to Turkey for educational or similar purposes within the framework of agreements to which the Republic of Turkey is a party or student exchange programs.
• Foreigners staying in Turkey for tourism purposes.
• Foreigners receiving treatment in Turkey, provided they do not carry diseases considered a threat to public health.
• Foreigners required to stay in Turkey due to requests or decisions by judicial or administrative authorities.
• Foreigners who, upon losing the conditions for family residence permits, may transition to a short-term residence permit.
• Foreigners attending Turkish language courses.
• Foreigners participating in education, research, internships, and courses in Turkey through public institutions.
• Foreigners who have completed their higher education in Turkey and apply within six months from the graduation date.
• Foreigners who are not employed in Turkey but will make investments within the scope and amount specified by the Council of Ministers, along with their foreign spouses, their dependent foreign children, and themselves.
• Foreigners who are citizens of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

As can be seen, tourist residence permits fall under the category of short-term residence permits. Applicants for tourist residence permits are expected to provide documents that particularly prove their travel plans, including where and for how long they will stay in Turkey. Due to the recent influx of immigration, tourist residence permit applications are often rejected. Therefore, we recommend that applicants consider applying for a short-term residence permit through real estate acquisition. Applicants may also consider to apply for Turkish citizenship through investment.

Turkey residence permit rejected

The rejection of a residence permit application is an administrative decision to be served legally to the foreigner or their legal representative, or their lawyer. The notification includes information on how the foreigner can effectively exercise their right to appeal the decision and outlines other legal rights and obligations during this process. A foreigner whose residence permit application has been rejected can file an objection before the relevant administrative authority within 30 (thirty) days after the notification of the rejection decision. Since the decision to reject the residence permit application is an administrative act, the annulment of this administrative act can also be requested from administrative courts. In other words, a foreigner whose residence permit application has been rejected has the right to initiate administrative litigation to have the rejection decision removed within 60 days from the notification of the rejection decision. Additionally, if a residence permit application is rejected, a new application for the same purpose of stay cannot be made within 6 months. However, during this period, you may apply for a different purpose of stay.

Work & residence lawyers

According to 6458 numbered Law on Foreigners and International Protection, a residence permit refers to the permission document granted to foreigners to stay in Turkey. This permit document, issued by the competent authorities, grants the foreigner the right to reside in our country for a specific period and at a specific location. The duration of this permit is one year for short-term residence permits. Foreigners who intend to stay in our country for a period longer than what is allowed by a visa or visa exemption (ninety days or more) are required to apply for a residence permit type they believe meets the conditions through the e-residence system. Residence permit applications can be made by foreigners themselves, or with the assistance of their attorney. However, if the application is made by an attorney, the authorities may, if deemed necessary, require the foreigner to be present for an interview during the application process. Applying for work and residence permits in Turkey involves a substantial amount of paperwork and adherence to various administrative processes. Work & residence lawyers assist their clients in preparing and submitting the required documents, ensuring that applications are complete and error-free. This reduces the chances of permit rejections and delays. Work & residence lawyers act as intermediaries between their clients and Turkish government authorities, such as the Ministry of Interior, Directorate General of Migration Management, and Ministry of Labor and Social Security. Work & residence permit lawyers are particularly valuable for clients with complex cases, such as those involving legal issues or complications with previous permits. These work & residence lawyers can offer strategies to resolve issues and provide legal representation if disputes or challenges arise during the application process. In cases where permits are denied, work and residence permit lawyers can help clients file appeals, challenge decisions, and seek redress through legal means. Their expertise can be invaluable in navigating the appeals process successfully. Don’t let immigration complexities stand in the way of your dreams. Let immigration law firm in Turkey be your trusted partner on your journey to Turkey. Our passionate team of work & residence permit lawyers is ready to guide you every step of the way.

How much is 1 year residence permit in Turkey?

With over ten years of law experience and practice, our law firm is a leader in the field of work and residence permits in Turkey. We have successfully assisted numerous clients in navigating the intricate immigration processes. If you are willing to learn more about residence permit application procedures, our service fees and expensses, please contact our law firm.

How many types of residence permits are there in Turkey?

In Article 30 of 6458 numbered Law on Foreigners and International Protection, six different types of residence permits are regulated. These include short-term residence permits, family residence permits, student residence permits, long-term residence permits, humanitarian residence permits, and residence permits for victims of human trafficking.