{"id":27351,"date":"2024-03-30T15:30:11","date_gmt":"2024-03-30T11:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elmevira.com\/?p=27351"},"modified":"2025-03-17T13:14:03","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T09:44:03","slug":"post-graduation-residence-conditions-in-turkey-conditions-for-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/post-graduation-residence-conditions-in-turkey-conditions-for-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Post-Graduation Residence Conditions in Turkey + Conditions for 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\r\nIf you wish to stay in Turkey after your studies, you must obtain a residence permit or “ikamet” for Turkey. <\/span>Generally, if you find a job after graduation and stay in Turkey<\/span>, you can access excellent opportunities<\/span>.<\/span> In this article, we aim to explain <\/span>in more detail<\/span> the conditions for staying in Turkey after studying. Stay with us until the end of the article to learn more about this topic.<\/span>\r\n\r\nContinuing Education in Turkey<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nBefore discussing <\/span>the topic of<\/span> staying after studying in Turkey, a brief explanation of the benefits of continuing education in this growing and beautiful country <\/span>is provided<\/span> for those seeking educational migration to Turkey. <\/span>One important<\/span> aspect of studying in Turkey is that, unlike countries such as Canada, applicants do not need a visa to study. The tuition fees at public and Turkish-language universities in Turkey are almost free, and compared to studying in other renowned countries like the UK, Australia, and Canada, it is much more advantageous for students.<\/span>\r\n\r\nAdditionally, studying in Turkey offers the benefit of the high recognition of Turkish university degrees, so there is no need for degree equivalency or validation in other countries. Outstanding and eligible students can also benefit from <\/span>special<\/span> scholarship opportunities in Turkey, similar to <\/span>those offered by Canada<\/span>. Overall, continuing education in neighboring Turkey offers many advantages compared to universities in Iran and even top universities in Europe and the USA.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"\u0634\u0631\u0627\u06cc\u0637\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nConditions for Obtaining Residency After Studying in Turkey<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nTo obtain residency after studying in Turkey, you can either invest, marry a Turkish citizen, or obtain a work permit in Turkey. Most people applying for residency in Turkey after their studies prefer the third option, which is obtaining a work permit, as it is the easiest and fastest route to permanent residency. It’s important to know that there are two ways to apply for a work permit: from within Turkey or <\/span>from<\/span> abroad. If applying for a work permit for residency after studying in Turkey from outside the country, <\/span>the following steps must be followed<\/span>:<\/span>\r\n
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  • Applicants<\/span> must visit the Turkish consulate in their home country and submit their work contract, invitation letter, or partnership certificate <\/span>to apply for a work permit<\/span>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
  • The work permit application will be evaluated<\/span>, and the result will be announced <\/span>both<\/span> online and in writing.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
  • After receiving the work permit in Turkey, the applicant must submit it to the Turkish consulate in their home country within 90 working days and apply for a residency permit within 30 days of entering Turkey.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
  • Once the work permit is received and the foreign individual enters Turkey, the employer must visit the Turkish Social Security Administration to insure the individual.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor individuals who wish to apply for a work permit from within Turkey within six months after graduation, the following steps <\/span>are required<\/span>:<\/span>\r\n
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    • Initially, the applicant must submit their work permit application online through the club system while residing in Turkey after graduation. They should then send their signed paper application <\/span>along with<\/span> other required documents in person or by mail to the Turkish Ministry of Labor and Social Security.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
    • If the foreign applicant receives a positive result, they must apply for a Turkish work residency permit within 30 days.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
      \"\u062f\u0644\u0627\u06cc\u0644<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nReasons for Obtaining Residency After Studying in Turkey<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nThere are various reasons why individuals may apply for residency in Turkey after their studies. You can apply for residency in Turkey after your studies in the following cases:<\/span>\r\n
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      • Formal employment<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
      • Engaging in business or investment<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
      • Education at local universities, participating in student exchange programs<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
      • Humanitarian reasons, such as being victims of human trafficking or refugees<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
      • Providing medical care in clinics<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nIt is important to note that according to the laws of the Republic of Turkey, a foreign citizen who has residency in Turkey after studying and purchasing property has the right to permanent residency in the country. The price and location of the property do not matter; what is <\/span>important<\/span> is that the property owner can prove they own Turkish property, meaning they have a TAPU certificate (property title deed).<\/span>\r\n\r\nSteps to Obtain Residency in Turkey After Studying<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nObtaining residency in Turkey after studying is an issue that anyone who wishes to stay in Turkey for an extended period must face. <\/span>If<\/span> you understand the process in detail<\/span>, it won\u2019t be <\/span>very difficult<\/span>.<\/span> The key to obtaining residency after studying in Turkey is having reliable information. Therefore, receiving a post-study residence permit in Turkey allows you to stay legally in the country for <\/span>a long<\/span> period. Additionally, with residency after studying in Turkey, you can benefit from the following advantages:<\/span>\r\n
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        • Receive medical care with insurance<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
        • Enroll your child in a public school<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
        • Apply for the purchase of a car<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
        • Apply for higher education<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
          \"\u0642\u0648\u0627\u0646\u06cc\u0646<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nLaws Regarding Obtaining Residency After Studying in Turkey<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nAfter graduation, international students who wish to migrate to Turkey for further studies can find job opportunities as researchers or employees in universities, especially <\/span>in those offering programs taught in English<\/span>.<\/span> Non-Turkish citizens must obtain a work permit after receiving a job offer. The list of required documents for obtaining a post-study residency permit in Turkey includes:<\/span>\r\n
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          • Printed and signed ikamet (residence permit) application form<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
          • International passport with at least 60 days of validity after the expiration of the current visa<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
          • Biometric photo, taken in the last 6 months with a white background<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
          • Proof of financial means during your stay in Turkey<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
          • Health insurance<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
          • A document confirming the purpose of your residency after studying in Turkey, such as a certificate from your educational institution, rental agreement, etc., which <\/span>must be notarized<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
          • Payment verification for the government processing fee<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
          • Certificate of no criminal record<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nIf you do not present any documents on the day of your appointment or <\/span>if<\/span> the immigration officer requests additional documentation, you will <\/span>be given<\/span> an extension, and a new appointment will be scheduled, usually within a month. <\/span>The process of<\/span> obtaining residency after studying in Turkey requires time and precise information.<\/span>\r\n\r\nMethods to Obtain Residency After Studying in Turkey<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nIf you have completed your higher education at a university in Turkey, there are several ways to apply for residency in Turkey after studying. Below, each method for obtaining post-study residency in Turkey <\/span>is explained<\/span> in detail.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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            1. Changing a Student Visa to a Work Visa<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nIf you plan to stay in Turkey after you study for further education, you will need a student visa. This visa will expire once your course <\/span>is completed<\/span>. In such cases, changing your student visa to a work visa can be a way to obtain residency in Turkey. <\/span>After six months of graduation, you can apply for a short-term residency<\/span>, which can last<\/span> up to one year.<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlease note that to obtain a work visa, <\/span>the job position you intend to pursue in Turkey will be evaluated<\/span>. If approved, you will <\/span>be granted<\/span> the work permit. For example, if you plan to work in engineering, you <\/span>will need to<\/span> submit your academic credentials to the relevant organization.<\/span>\r\n
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              1. Obtaining Residency Through Investment<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nAnother way to obtain residency in Turkey after studying is through investment. You can acquire permanent residency and even citizenship in Turkey by investing a substantial amount of money, either in dollars or Turkish lira. Investment is another method for obtaining post-study residency in Turkey, and you can do so through the following methods:<\/span>\r\n
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                • Purchasing or pre-purchasing property worth $400,000<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                • Starting a business in Turkey and employing at least 50 people<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                • Having a minimum of $500,000 in one of Turkey\u2019s reputable banks<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                • Buying shares in a Turkish real estate investment fund worth $500,000<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                • Owning residential property worth $75,000 and using it for residential purposes (not as an office or commercial property, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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                  1. Post-Graduation Residency in Turkey: Obtaining Family Residency<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nAfter studying in Turkey, you can benefit from the country’s family residency option. <\/span>This<\/span> can be applied <\/span>to after marrying a Turkish citizen. This type of residency post-study in Turkey applies to Turkish nationals, holders of secondary protection, foreigners, and refugees with permits. To obtain family residency in Turkey, the following conditions must <\/span>be met<\/span>:<\/span>\r\n
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                    • The family’s total income must be <\/span>at least<\/span> equal to the minimum wage set by the Ministry of Labor. <\/span>The share of each family member<\/span> should not be less than one-third of the <\/span>income of the applicant<\/span>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                    • Housing must meet health and safety standards, considering the size of the family.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                    • All family members must have insurance coverage.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                    • The applicant must have at least one year of residency in Turkey (this condition does not apply to those who have married a Turkish citizen).<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                    • Registration in the address registration system.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
                      \"\u0647\u0632\u06cc\u0646\u0647<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCosts for Obtaining Residency After Graduation in Turkey<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe cost of obtaining residency after graduation in Turkey depends on various factors, which <\/span>are outlined<\/span> below. Please note that these amounts may change over time, but as of 2024, the following are the estimated living and residency costs for students in Turkey:<\/span>\r\n
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                      • 1,040 TRY for the residency permit fee<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                      • Health insurance costs, depending on the applicant’s age, range from 500 to 1,750 TRY<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                      • 450 TRY for notary office and translation services<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                      • 23 TRY for apostille certification per page<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSummary<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nThere are three <\/span>common<\/span> methods for obtaining residency after graduation in Turkey. If you plan to work as a graduate in Turkey, you can convert your student visa to a work visa and apply for residency. Alternatively, you can obtain permanent residency through investment in Turkey.<\/span>\r\n\r\nReal estate purchases, entrepreneurship, financial investments in Turkish banks, stock purchases, and ownership of immovable residential properties are some of the investment methods available. Additionally, <\/span>family residency can be obtained<\/span> through marriage to a Turkish citizen. For more information about residency conditions after graduation in Turkey and to receive a free consultation, you can contact our experts at Elm Vira Migration Institute.<\/span>\r\n\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                        If you wish to stay in Turkey after your studies, you must obtain a residence permit or “ikamet” for Turkey. Generally, if you find a job after graduation and stay in Turkey, you can access excellent opportunities. In this article, we aim to explain in more detail the conditions for staying in Turkey after studying. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":27359,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[262],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-27351","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category----en"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27351","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27351"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27351\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/27359"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27351"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27351"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27351"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}