Assigned Artists Visa
Turkey
Last updated: December 29, 2025
1 year (renewable)
$386
6-8 weeks
High
About this Visa
This is a work visa for artists and entertainers. It's for musicians, dancers, performers, and people who work in entertainment. You can work legally in Turkey and bring your family. What makes it different? Your Turkish employer must get special approval from Turkey's Ministry of Culture before you apply. This takes extra time.
Key Benefits
- Work without restrictions in your field
- Bring your spouse and children
- Access Turkish healthcare
- Travel in and out of Turkey freely
- Open bank accounts and rent apartments
- After 8 years: Get permanent residence
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 or older
- No criminal record
- Professional skills in entertainment or arts
- Hired by a Turkish company
- Salary meets job requirements
- Have valid health insurance
- No previous visa violations in Turkey
Financial Requirement
Your salary must be at least $1,818 per month if you're a professional artist, or $1,212 per month if you're an acrobat, animator, or dancer. Your employer must have at least 5 Turkish workers for every 1 foreign worker.
Documents
- Valid passportMust be good for at least 6 more months
- Proof of professional statusDiploma, certificate, or work history in entertainment/arts
- Job offer letterLetter from Turkish employer saying they will hire you
- Ministry of Culture approvalApproval letter from Turkey's Ministry of Culture and Tourism - CRITICAL
- Police clearanceFrom your home country showing no criminal record
- Polio vaccination certificateProof of current polio vaccination
- Medical insuranceMinimum €30,000 coverage required
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.