Is your district open
for a permit?

Since 2022, Turkish authorities close districts where foreign residents exceed 20% of the registered population. This policy (Yabancıların Yoğun Olduğu Mahalleler) aims to prevent over-concentration of foreign nationals. The list is reviewed and updated periodically by the Directorate General of Migration Management (DGMM).

Yes. You can live wherever you want in Turkey. The restriction only prevents you from registering a new short-term residence permit in a closed district. If you already hold a permit registered to that district, you can renew it there.

You can register your permit using a different address — a family member, landlord, or a registered business address in an open district. Ikamet can advise on compliant address solutions for closed districts.

Primarily affects short-term residence permits (the most common type for property owners and tourists). Family permits, student permits, and some other categories may have different rules. Check with Ikamet for your specific situation.

The list is reviewed periodically — typically every 6 to 12 months. Districts can move between open and closed status as foreign population percentages change. Ikamet monitors the list and updates this tool accordingly.

Şişli is currently in a partial/monitored status — some mahalle (sub-districts) within Şişli are open while others have restrictions. Applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Contact Ikamet before choosing a Şişli address.