Turkish Residency
Turkey residence
permits, handled.
All permit types, all cities, 100% compliance. Ikamet has been managing Turkish residence permits since 2013 with a 99% approval record.
4–8 wks
Typical timeline
99%
Approval rate
2013
Operating since
Quick Enquiry
We respond within 1 business day
Permit Types
Find your permit type.
Short-Term
Tourism, property ownership, business. Valid up to 2 years.
₺964+
4–8 weeks
Long-Term
After 8 years legal residence. Indefinite validity.
₺964
8–12 weeks
Family
For spouses and children of Turkish citizens or permit holders.
₺964+
4–8 weeks
Digital Nomad
Remote workers. Requires $3,000/month income proof.
₺964+
4–6 weeks
Student
Enrolled in Turkish universities or language courses.
₺964
2–4 weeks
By City
Residence permits
across Turkey.
Istanbul
Largest city, most complex permit rules. Check open districts carefully.
View guideAnkara
Capital city with generally open districts and faster processing.
View guideIzmir
Popular coastal city with good availability in many districts.
View guideAntalya
Mediterranean resort city, popular with expats and retirees.
View guideBodrum
Aegean coastal town, high demand for permits in peak season.
View guideFethiye
Scenic Aegean city popular with British and European expats.
View guideBursa
Industrial city near Istanbul, often overlooked but permit-friendly.
View guideHow It Works
We handle everything from start to finish.
You provide the documents. We do the rest — compliance check, appointment booking, form submission, office liaison, and card collection.
Initial consultation & eligibility check
We review your situation and confirm the right permit type for your circumstances.
Document preparation
Our compliance team prepares and verifies every required document.
Online application & appointment
We submit your e-İkamet application and book the earliest available appointment.
Appointment attendance
We attend with you or represent you at the immigration office.
Card collection & delivery
Your residence permit card collected from PTT and delivered to you.
2026 Requirements Checklist
Valid passport (60+ days beyond permit end date)
Biometric photos (4x, white background)
Turkish health insurance policy
Proof of income or financial means
Proof of address (notarised lease or title deed)
Property appraisal ($200k+ for property-based permit)
Income proof $3,000/month for Digital Nomad
Printed e-İkamet application form
