Tourist Visa (e-Visa or Sticker Visa): Allows stays of up to 30 to 90 days, depending on nationality.
Temporary Residence Permit (Short-Term Residence Permit): Typically valid for 6 months to 2 years, renewable for purposes such as work, study, family reunification, or investment.
Permanent Residence Permit: Grants indefinite stay after legally residing in Turkey for at least 8 years.
Visa cost
Tourist Visa: Costs range from $20 to $60, depending on nationality and entry type.
Temporary Residence Permit: Fees range from $50 to $150, depending on visa type.
Permanent Residence Permit: Costs approximately $200, including application fees.
Visa extension
Tourist Visa: Generally not extendable, but eligible travelers can apply for a residence permit.
Temporary Residence Permit: Renewable if eligibility conditions remain valid.
Permanent Residence Permit: No renewal needed, but residency conditions must be maintained.
Visa processing time
Tourist Visa: Processing takes approximately 1 to 3 business days for e-Visas, while sticker visas take 5 to 15 days.
Temporary Residence Permit: Processing takes around 1 to 2 months.
Permanent Residence Permit: Processing can take up to 6 months.
Who can apply?
Tourist Visa: Citizens of countries that require a visa for short-term visits to Turkey.
Temporary Residence Permit: Individuals seeking to stay for work, study, business, retirement, or family reunification.
Permanent Residence Permit: Long-term residents who have legally resided in Turkey for at least 8 years.
Where to apply?
Applications must be submitted at Turkish embassies, consulates, or the Directorate General of Migration Management in Turkey.
How to apply:
Complete the visa or residence permit application form.
Gather required documents (passport, photos, proof of funds, health insurance, police clearance, etc.).
Pay the application fee.
Schedule and attend an interview if required.
Await processing and receive a decision.
Minimum income requirements
Tourist visas do not have specific financial requirements.
Temporary Residence Permit: Applicants must prove financial self-sufficiency, typically around $500 per month.
Permanent Residence Permit: Requires proof of stable income and long-term residency eligibility.
Popular cities
Istanbul – The cultural and economic hub, blending East and West.
Ankara – The capital city and political center of Turkey.
Izmir – A coastal city known for its business and tourism.
Antalya – A top Mediterranean tourist destination.
Bursa – An industrial city with historical significance.
Minimum income requirements
Official Language: Turkish.
English is spoken in business sectors and tourist areas.
Arabic and Kurdish are spoken by minority communities.
