Turkish Student Visas and Permits
You'll need a student permit to study in Turkey as an international student. Our step-by-step guide makes it easy to get a student permit.
Moving to Türkiye
Are you thinking about moving to Turkey? Get under the skin of your new home with our expert introductory guides to everything you need to know about Turkey. From understanding the expat lifestyle in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, and Antalya to articles detailing the cost of living, you’ll find it here – so get ready to pack your bags.
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Visas and Residence Permits for Turkey
If you feel confused by the visa or residence permit you will need when in Turkey, keep reading. Who Needs a Turkish Visa or Permit? * Visas If you have an ordinary or service passport and are not a Turkish citizen or come from a country where you are not exempt...
Moving to Turkey: The Ultimate Checklist
We recently touched on the 10 things you need to get done during your first month in Turkey to ensure a seamless transition into your new life as an expat. But before you can do all of that, there are specific steps you need to take and research you should...
A Brief Introduction to Turkey
If you plan to move to Turkey or have recently relocated, let this brief overview help answer some questions you may have about life in Turkey. High Living Standards The most significant advantage of living in Turkey is the cost of living and what you get in return. Compared to...
Expat Life in Turkey: 10 Questions Answered
Here are the 10 most common questions expats have about living in Turkey. What is it like to live in Turkey? Living in Turkey can sometimes feel like you live in Mediterranean Europe, especially if you live in the sunny southwest along sandy beaches overlooking turquoise waters. But then, when...
How to Apply for Turkish Citizenship — via Property Investment
Residence and citizenship in Turkey. We assist wealthy people in becoming liberated and forgetting that there are boundaries in the world!
What Are the Most Conservative-Friendly Areas in Turkey?
What are the most conservative-friendly areas in Turkey? When one mentions Turkey, oft-times most people start listing coastal areas and the three biggest metropolises. Although these areas are more in line with western-style living and favored mostly by European visitors, Turkey is also home to many more family-friendly, conservative sites...
How to Acquire Turkish Citizenship
Investment, marriage, work: Ways to acquire Turkish citizenship If you have lived in Turkey for several years and have grown tired of all the residence appointments, work permits, and visas, or if you are seeking to gain a new nationality for the future of your business or family, acquiring Turkish...
How to Get and Renew a Residence Permit in Turkey
A residence permit, known as "ikamet izni", "ikametgah" or "ikamet tezkeresi" in Turkish, is a mandatory document for foreigners who have decided to settle or stay in Turkey for an amount of time longer than 90 days or allowed by their visa for various reasons. A residence permit can be...