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Turkish residence permit
A detailed guide to obtaining a residence permit in Turkey.
A residence permit is a document that allows a non-resident to reside in Turkey, freely leave and enter the country. It is issued for a limited period and requires re-issuance.
What a Turkish residence permit gives you
Registration of a student residence permit allows legal stay for 1 year across the whole of Turkey. It can be extended up to 4 times, for a total of 4 years.
Upon obtaining a residence permit, a resident will be able to:
- Stay in the country for more than 180 days a year.
- Enter and leave the country as many times as necessary.
- Open an account in any local bank.
- Take a loan or mortgage from a Turkish bank.
- Send their children to school.
- Receive medical care.
Benefits of a Turkish residence permit
Long stay
The permit can be renewed up to 4 times, for a total of 4 years of legal residence in Turkey.
Access to banking
A resident can open an account at any local bank, and take a loan or mortgage.
Education and healthcare
Children can be enrolled in Turkish schools, and residents can receive medical care.
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