About Ikamet.com
Ikamet.com offers citizenship, residency, real estate, and insurance services specifically tailored for expats in Turkey. One of our primary products is Foreign Health Insurance, also known as Residence Permit Insurance. This insurance was established precisely for this purpose, and we also provide a range of other insurance products tailored to the specific needs of expats. All residence permit process information available on our website and videos is shared completely free of charge to assist our policyholders.
Residence Permit Costs for First-Time Applicants
In this guide, we will explain how much foreign individuals who apply for residence for the first time or seek an extension will spend during these processes.
Mandatory Foreign Health Insurance
It is mandatory for every individual applying for a residence permit to have foreign health insurance. Foreign health insurance prices vary according to your age. Although there is minimal price variation among companies, the average minimum costs are:
- Ages 16-25: Approximately 1,064 TL
- Ages 36-45: Approximately 1,640 TL
Additional Residence Permit Costs
In addition to insurance, you must also consider residence fees and card fees. The residence permit fee typically varies based on the duration of your stay and your nationality. For many countries, the fee for a 1-year residence permit averages 80 USD, approximately 1,500 TL at current exchange rates. Additionally, the residence card fee is 356 TL.
First-time residents must also pay a single-entry visa fee, which is 2,304 TL as of 2023. Furthermore, if you rent a property, you must notarize your lease contract, costing approximately 2,000 TL on average.
Considering these expenses, first-time applicants aged 36-45 from most countries will spend between 7,500 TL and 8,000 TL for a 1-year residence.
Exceptions and Exemptions
Citizens from Turkmenistan, Denmark, Ireland, Kosovo, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Syria, Northern Cyprus, Austrian citizens married to Turkish citizens, and German citizens married to Turkish citizens and their children are exempt from the residence permit fee, thus their total expenses are around 6,000 TL. Czech Republic citizens, who are exempt from both residence permit and single-entry visa fees, may incur even lower expenses, especially if notary fees are not applicable.
Consultancy Services
If you choose to engage a consultancy firm for your application, remember there will be additional service fees. At Ikamet.com, we recommend choosing a trusted agency to handle the residence permit process or consulting qualified legal professionals to ensure a smooth and hassle-free application. Leading law firms also prefer Ikamet.com for insurance services, and we are happy to guide you to reputable legal assistance when required.
Costs for Residence Permit Extensions
Extension applications generally incur fewer expenses because they do not require payment of notary fees or single-entry visa fees. The average costs for extensions are:
- Citizens of Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and Iran: Approximately 3,500 TL
- Citizens of Turkmenistan: Approximately 2,000 TL
Simplified Residence Application Process
Registering your residence application has become much simpler and typically takes only about 10 minutes. When promoted in red, correctly inputting your personal, material, and educational information is crucial.
At Ikamet.com, we provide free support to our policyholders, ensuring they have accurate and updated information recognized by official legal institutions throughout the appointment process.
Conclusion
Ikamet.com remains dedicated to providing clear, accurate, and comprehensive guidance on residence permit procedures and costs in Turkey. We encourage you to visit our website and connect with our customer representatives, available to assist you in your native language, ensuring your application process is smooth and efficient.
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