Your reason for staying determines the residence route to examine. A rented home, a property purchase or an online form alone does not establish a right to remain. Check your current lawful stay before preparing a first application, extension or change of category.
The legal distinction
Short-term, family, student, long-term and humanitarian residence have different conditions. A residence permit usually does not authorise employment. Extension applications may be made within the 60 days before expiry and must be submitted before the existing permit expires.
Preparing your next step
Use the official e-İkamet system. Match passport details, address, insurance and evidence of the purpose of stay. Keep the application record and follow your personalised document instructions. Fees depend on the current schedule and your circumstances.
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Documents to prepare
Process map
- 01
Check lawful stay and the reason for residence
- 02
Select first application, extension or change of category
- 03
Complete the official e-İkamet application
- 04
Prepare and submit the personalised document list
- 05
Follow requests for missing documents and the written result
Frequently asked questions
Does a rental agreement guarantee a residence permit?
No. It can support accommodation evidence, but the purpose of stay and all other conditions still require assessment.
General information. It does not replace an assessment of your individual case.
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