A short-term residence permit in Turkiye, step by step.

Spending longer in Turkiye than a visa or the 90-day visa-free period allows? A short-term residence permit (ikamet izni) is applied for online on e-İkamet, followed by an appointment with original documents. It is issued for up to two years at a time, and extensions are filed in the 60 days before expiry, never after. The migration authority also warns about fake documents sold by intermediaries, so stick to official channels.

1. 01

   When you need it

   Beyond the visa or 90 days.

   Foreign nationals staying longer than their visa, visa exemption or 90 days need a residence permit. Applications are made in Turkiye.

2. 02

   How to apply

   Online first, then in person.

   Apply on e-İkamet, the Presidency of Migration Management's system. First-time applicants then attend an appointment at the provincial directorate with original documents.

3. 03

   Core documents

   What the file usually holds.

   • Application form and passport
   • Four recent biometric photos
   • Health insurance for the whole permit period
   • Proof of address and of financial means
4. 04

   Purposes and term

   Up to two years at a time.

   Purposes include owning residential property and setting up business connections. A short-term permit is issued for a maximum of two years each time.

5. 05

   Extensions

   Before it expires, never after.

   Extensions are filed within the 60 days before the permit expires. Applying after expiry is not possible.