Permit FAQ
Türkiye Permit FAQ
Eight FAQ verticals covering the main residence, work and citizenship pathways for foreign nationals in Türkiye. Each section is anchored to the specific Turkish law (Law 6735, Law 6458, Law 5901, Decree 2014/6883) that governs the category.
Pick a category to read substantive answers to the questions Turkish migration applicants ask most. Each vertical is sourced to specific law articles where relevant. These pages are general guidance, not legal advice — verify with a Turkish immigration lawyer before relying on any answer for an active application.
Permit FAQ · Work
Work Permit FAQ
Türkiye's work-permit regime is governed by the International Workforce Law (Law 6735) and administered by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security.
Read the FAQPermit FAQ · Student
Student Residence Permit FAQ
International students at Turkish universities, language schools, and recognised vocational programmes apply for a student residence permit under Articles 38–39 of Law 6458, with enrolment proof from the institution as the qualifying basis.
Read the FAQPermit FAQ · Family
Family Residence Permit FAQ
Family residence permits let spouses and minor children of Turkish citizens or lawful foreign residents live in Türkiye on the sponsor's basis.
Read the FAQPermit FAQ · Business
Business & Partner Permit FAQ
Foreign founders, company partners, and self-directed professionals work in Türkiye through partner work permits, employment-tied permits, or — after years of residence — independent work permits.
Read the FAQPermit FAQ · Humanitarian
Humanitarian Residence Permit FAQ
Humanitarian residence permits are a discretionary status under Article 46 of Law 6458, granted to foreign nationals whose individual circumstances justify lawful stay even when no other permit category fits.
Read the FAQPermit FAQ · International Protection
International Protection FAQ
International protection in Türkiye is governed by Articles 61–95 of Law 6458 and run by the Presidency of Migration Management.
Read the FAQPermit FAQ · Temporary Protection
Temporary Protection FAQ (Syrians)
Temporary protection is the group-based status created by Decree 2014/6883 for Syrians who arrived in Türkiye during the post-2011 conflict.
Read the FAQPermit FAQ · Citizenship
Turkish Citizenship General FAQ
General questions about Turkish citizenship — covering pathway selection, dual nationality, renunciation, the Turkish ID number, and how citizenship interacts with residence permits.
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