Expat Insurance
Insurance for
life in Turkey.
Health insurance for your permit application. Foreign plate coverage for your car. Property insurance for your home. Ikamet arranges the right policies fast — often same-day.
Our Products
Every insurance
an expat needs.
Foreign Plate Car Insurance
Compulsory third-party liability insurance for any vehicle registered outside Turkey. UK, EU, US, and all other foreign-registered vehicles driving on Turkish roads require this by law. We issue policies within 24 hours.
- Mandatory by Turkish law for foreign-registered vehicles
- UK, EU, US and all international plates covered
- Third-party liability as minimum; comprehensive available
- Annual or short-term policies
- Digital certificate issued — no waiting for post
What you'll need
- → Vehicle registration document (V5C or equivalent)
- → Passport or national ID
- → Vehicle make, model, and engine size
- → Desired coverage period
Typical cost
€150–€600/year
Varies by vehicle type and engine size
Health Insurance
Required for all residence permit applications
Private health insurance valid for the full duration of your permit is a mandatory document at the Göç office. Ikamet works with leading Turkish insurers to issue compliant policies same-day.
- Compliant with Göç İdaresi requirements
- All ages covered (premiums vary)
- Full-year or permit-duration policies
- English-language policy documentation
Property Insurance
DASK earthquake insurance + contents cover
DASK earthquake insurance is mandatory by Turkish law for all property owners and required to connect utilities. We also arrange optional home contents insurance to protect your belongings.
DASK Earthquake Insurance
Legally mandatory. Very low annual premium. Required for utility connections and notary transactions.
Home Contents Insurance
Covers theft, fire, water damage, and accidental damage to furniture and belongings.
Why Use Ikamet
More than just
a policy broker.
Same-Day Issuance
Health and foreign plate policies issued within hours — not days. Critical for urgent permit appointments.
Permit-Compliant Policies
We know exactly what Göç İdaresi requires. Every health policy we issue meets the official standards.
Best Rate Guarantee
We work with multiple Turkish insurers and compare rates to ensure you're not overpaying.
English Support
All documentation is available in English. Our team handles the insurer on your behalf, in Turkish.
Get a Quote
Tell us what you need.
We'll come back with the best options within one business day.
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Fast and compliant.
Get your insurance sorted today.
Tell us what you need and we'll have your policy ready within 24 hours. Health, foreign plate, DASK — all arranged by the Ikamet team.