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🇹🇷work Visa

Work Permit

Turkey

Last updated: December 29, 2025

Duration

1 year (renewable)

Visa Fee

$250-$2,500

Time

4-8 weeks

Complexity

Medium

About this Visa

This permit lets you live and work in Turkey legally. It serves as both your work visa and residence permit. You must have a job offer from a Turkish company before applying. Your employer usually submits the application for you. This visa is for employees, not freelancers or digital nomads. It allows you to work for a specific employer in a specific role. You cannot easily switch jobs without applying for a new permit.

Key Benefits

  • Work legally for your sponsoring employer.
  • Live in Turkey year-round.
  • Bring your spouse and children (they need separate permits).
  • Access Turkey's public healthcare system.
  • Travel in and out of Turkey freely.
  • Apply for citizenship after 5 years of working.
  • Apply for permanent residence after 8 years.

Eligibility & Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

  • You must have a formal job offer.
  • Your employer must employ 5 Turkish citizens for every foreigner.
  • You must have a clean criminal record.
  • Your salary must meet the government minimum for your job title.
  • You must have valid health insurance.
  • You must have the correct education for your role.

Financial Requirement

You must earn at least $773 per month (2026 minimum wage). High-level roles like engineers or managers must earn $2,300 to $3,800 per month. Your employer must have at least $11,600 in company capital.

Documents

  • Valid PassportMust have at least 6 months of validity remaining.
  • Employment ContractSigned agreement with your Turkish employer.
  • University DiplomaMust be translated into Turkish.
  • Criminal Record CheckPolice clearance certificate from your home country.
  • Biometric PhotosRecent passport-sized identification photos.
  • Proof of AccommodationRental agreement or proof of address in Turkey.
  • Visa Reference NumberObtained from a 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.