Türkiye Residence and Work Permit Current Status May 2024
Foreigners residing in Turkey often raise questions about residence permit extension and the process of obtaining a work permit, particularly those who are visa exempt. In this blog post, we provide answers to these important inquiries in light of the new policies of the Presidency of Migration Management.
Extension of Residence Permit for Short-Term Tourism and Transition to Work Permit
One of the most commonly used types of residence permit in Turkey is the short-term residence permit for tourism purposes. These permits are usually issued for a period of two years, although they are also issued for periods of six months. Especially for those who cannot prove their income and tourist status, the extension of the residence permit for tourism purposes poses a major problem.
According to the new practices, foreigners with a short-term residence permit for tourism purposes will automatically receive a new six-month permit when they apply for an extension. (regardless of the permit-length that they requested.) With this method, the Migration Administration aims to subject residence permit extension processes to stricter supervision. The commitment document signed at the time of application asks for a different purpose of stay at the last of six month short-term residence permit for tourism purposes. For example, those who have a legal right to stay in Turkey or are married to a Turkish citizen can apply for a family residence permit, students can apply for a student residence permit, and real estate owners can apply for a short-term residence permit for real estate purposes. In line the with objective of harmonizing residence permit categories with their intended objectives, short-term residence permit for tourism purposes will no longer be extended beyond six months.
In short, under the new policies, those who wish to obtain a work permit in Turkey, under the new policies, a residence permit is issued for the last time for a period of six months, during which time the relevant documents are expected to be completed and the work permit applied for. This process is also valid for situations such as marriage, real estate purchase or student status.
If you would like to get more information about residence permit extension, obtaining a work permit and new regulations in Turkey, please contact our team of experts. Consult us to be informed about the changing rules and application requirements.
5 Tips With Regard to the New Rules:
Timing it Right: Submit your residence permit extension application on time. Applications can start 60 days before the end of your residence permit and must be submitted no later than the last day of the permit. This way you avoid any risk of being late. If you are wondering how to get a residence permit from Turkey, you can review our article titled Guide to Get a Residence Permit in Turkey.
Correct Documentation: Prepare the documents required for residence and work permit applications in advance. Complete and accurate documentation will help your application process go quickly and smoothly.
Address Registration and UETS Address: Remember that address registration is mandatory for residence permit applications. In addition, the UETS address must be provided for both work permit and residence permit extension applications.
Determine Your Purpose of Stay Correctly: The majority of residence permit applications are rejected due to incorrect determination of the purpose of stay. If you would like to receive consultancy on this issue, you can contact our expert team via e-mail. If you are wondering how to register for UETS and Address, you can review our article UETS and Address Registration for Residence Permit.
Transition to the Right Purpose of Stay after Residence Permit: In line with the new policy of the Immigration Administration, your short-term residence permit for tourism purposes will no longer be extended. Therefore, following the last residence permit issued, apply for a work permit, family residence permit, immovable residence permit or student residence permit according to your situation.
