Closed to Foreigners: Eight More Istanbul Neighbourhoods
Istanbul's Küçükçekmece, Başakşehir, Bağcılar, Avcılar, Bahçelievler, Sultangazi, Esenler, Esenyurt, Fatih, and Zeytinburnu districts are closed.
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In Turkey, How to Obtain a Turkish Resident Permit
Turkey annually issues about one million Ikamet residence permit permission cards to foreigners. It is possible to live and work in the country.
Officially, There Are 1.3 Million Foreigners Living in Istanbul
According to official estimates, there are around 1.3 million foreigners living in Istanbul. In Istanbul, which has a total population of over 16 million people, the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management has estimated that there are close to 1.3 million foreigners who are living in the city legally....
New e-Devlet Service Allows Foreigners to Register Addresses Online
The Turkish government recently announced on its website and sent out texts to inform the public that it would be introducing a new online service that would allow foreign nationals to skip queues at government offices and instead apply online for some address registrations. In essence, the rollout allows foreigners...
How to Open a Blocked Bank Account in Turkey
Are you researching the necessary funds to live or work in Turkey? We answer the questions "What, Why, and How?" about Expats in Turkey.
Turkey Reintroduces Tourist Declaration Forms and Fingerprint Collection for Some Nationalities
Certain nationalities, primarily those from non-OECD (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development) countries, will be required to submit tourist declaration forms and their fingerprints will be collected by migration officials upon their entrance to Turkey, according to the latest update from the migration department. The Turkish Directorate General of Migration...
25% Rule: Certain Neighborhoods, Provinces Restricted to Foreigner Settlement in Turkey
As Turkey becomes an ever-attractive country for expats and immigrants, it is easy to see that certain areas in the country are disproportionately favored by foreigners. With such areas at the risk of becoming overpopulated, the Turkish migration department has been reminding foreign residents of the 25% rule. What Is...
What Questions Will You Be Asked When Requesting a Residency Permit for Tourism Purposes
Prepare for your Turkey residency permit interview with our guide to common questions and tips for a smooth application process.
What Is a Taahhütname
A taahhütname, which can best be translated as a letter of undertaking, is a legal document you may need in certain situations to prove your intent to do something to Turkish officials. The Arabic word "taahhüt" means declaration, undertaking, or commitment, and "name" translates to letter....