Short-Term Residence Permit
Short-Term Residence Permit in Turkey in 2022​
What requirements do you need to meet to receive a residence permit in Turkey valid for up to 2 years? There are several options here, and each of them has to be discussed separately.
Requirements for the applicant who wants to obtain a short-term residence permit in Turkey in 2022:
- Age – 18 years and more
- A valid medical insurance (persons over 65 years of age and citizens under 18 years of age do not need any health coverage)
Documents required to get a residence permit:
- A lease agreement in Turkey or Tapu (title of real estate) signed and stamped by a notary public
- A document confirming the financial stability of the applicant and his family members (bank statement to confirm availability of at least $500 on the account per 1 month of stay)
- Original and notarized copy of the passport
- 4 photographs for each applicant (on a white background, in the format set for biometric data)
- Also, a foreign citizen fills out a resident’s form, and in the case of an application submitted for a spouse and children – provides a sworn translation of the birth certificate (for a minor child) and a marriage certificate. In some cases, an apostille or Consulate seal is required.
If you arrive in Turkey for a business visit, you may need documents on company registration, bank accounts, investment fees, etc. The list of mandatory requirements may differ depending on the type of permit.