Internship Visa
Turkey
Last updated: December 29, 2025
90 days
$128
3-4 weeks
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets international students do paid internships in Turkey. You must be a student enrolled in a university or have graduated within the last year. The internship must be related to what you study. You can work legally during your internship without needing a separate work permit (in most cases). You can bring your spouse and children with you. You get health insurance coverage while you're in Turkey. This visa is different from a regular student or work visa because it's specifically for short-term internships, not full-time work or long-term studies.
Key Benefits
- Work legally during your internship without a separate work permit
- Bring family - spouse and children under 18
- Health insurance coverage for medical expenses
- Travel freely around Turkey
- Transition to work visa if internship becomes employment
- Path to permanent residency after 8 years
- Apply for Turkish citizenship after 5 years
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: Undergraduates max 21, graduates max 30, PhD students max 35, recent graduates (within 1 year) with no age limit
- Must be currently enrolled in university or graduated within last 12 months
- Must have confirmed internship in Turkey related to your field
- Must have valid health insurance for entire stay
- No serious criminal convictions
- Show you can support yourself (€50 per day minimum)
- English language proficiency for paperwork
Financial Requirement
You need to show €50 per day for each person. For a 3-month internship, that's about €4,500. You prove this with bank statements from the past 3 months.
Documents
- PassportMust be valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay
- Internship invitation letterFrom your employer in Turkey, showing dates and purpose
- University letterProof you're enrolled or recently graduated (within 1 year)
- Bank statementsLast 3 months showing you have €50/day for your stay
- Health insuranceValid for entire stay in Turkey
- Criminal record checkProof you have no serious criminal history
- Biometric photos2 recent photos with white background
- Flight itineraryRound-trip booking or confirmation
- Accommodation proofRental agreement, hotel booking, or invitation letter
- Visa application formCompleted at your nearest Turkish consulate
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.