Published: 04.10.2026

• 2026-10-04Türkiye maintains separate residence and work-permit categories for foreigners

  Türkiye’s immigration framework provides a closed list of residence-permit grounds, including short-term, family, student, long-term and other special permits. A residence permit does not itself authorize employment; a separate work permit is generally required under the rules governing foreign workers.

• 2026-09-22Türkiye Entry Bans Can Last up to Five Years and Be Extended for Security Threats

  The usual maximum duration of an entry ban in Türkiye is five years. Where there is a serious threat to public order or security, it may be extended by up to ten additional years; in some cases, the ban may be lifted early or entry may be permitted for a limited period.

• 2026-09-20Türkiye Tightens Non-Resident Access to Virtual Cards and Banking Details

  Türkiye’s financial market is tightening its rules for dealing with non-residents. Obtaining virtual cards and banking details has become more difficult than older guides suggest.

• 2026-09-05Türkiye source lists a TRY 42,113.25 monthly income threshold for individual short-term residence applications

  The source states that an individual application for a short-term residence permit requires income equal to 1.5 net minimum wages. For 2026, it calculates the threshold at TRY 42,113.25 per month.

• 2026-09-05Türkiye applies a 90-days-within-180 rule for stays in 2026

  The source lists separate visa-free limits for citizens of Russia, Belarus and Ukraine: 60, 30 and 90 days respectively. The general rule for visa or visa-free stays is no more than 90 days in any 180-day period; longer stays require a residence permit or an appropriate visa.

• 2026-08-27Removal Decisions in Türkiye Can Be Challenged Within Seven Days of Notification

  Turkish immigration law allows a removal decision to be challenged before an administrative court within seven days of notification. Possible grounds for removal include serious visa or residence violations, unauthorized work, false documents and findings involving public order, security or health.

• 2026-08-20Türkiye Continues Multilingual YİMER 157 Information Service for Foreigners

  YİMER 157 provides foreigners in Türkiye with information on visas, residence permits, international and temporary protection, voluntary return and work permits. Consultations are available in Turkish, English, Russian, Arabic and Persian on weekdays from 08:00 to 18:00, while the emergency assistance line operates 24/7.

• 2026-08-15Property-Based Residence Permits in Türkiye Require a Property Worth at Least 200,000 in an Open Area

  According to the sources, a short-term residence permit based on property requires a single property worth at least USD 200,000, supported by valuation and ownership documents. Applications also cannot be registered at addresses in “closed” areas subject to foreigner-concentration restrictions; the sources refer to more than 1,000 such neighbourhoods.

• 2026-08-05Türkiye Retains Citizenship by Real-Estate Investment Without a Residence Requirement

  According to the sources, Türkiye’s real-estate investment citizenship route does not require applicants to live in the country before or after obtaining a passport. The stated investment threshold is USD 400,000, and the material also describes property registration and related residence-permit procedures.

• 2026-08-04The risk of rejection for Turkish tourist residence permits is high for Russians

  The source assessed the probability of Russian applicants being refused a Turkish tourist residence permit as high in June 2026. Russian relocants have also largely stopped applying to renew tourist residence permits because of rejection concerns, while document requirements may vary between immigration offices.

• 2026-07-04Türkiye Details 20-Year Foreign-Income Exemption and Asset Declaration Regime

  Qualifying individuals who relocate to Türkiye and had no residence or tax liability there during the previous three calendar years may receive a 20-year exemption from Turkish income tax on foreign-source income and gains. Until July 31, 2027, a separate regime allows certain foreign-held and unrecorded domestic assets to be declared; the standard advance tax is 5%, with lower rates available when assets are held for specified periods.

• 2026-07-02Türkiye Facilitates Residence-Permit Procedures for People of Turkic Origin

  Türkiye has introduced facilitated residence-permit procedures for people of Turkic origin. Appointment periods are limited to a maximum of three days, and permits are to be issued for the maximum period allowed when applicants meet the requirements; coordination on work permits was also announced.

• 2026-06-15Türkiye Introduces a 20-Year Tax Exemption for Certain New Tax Residents

  According to the sources, legislation published on 4 June 2026 exempts qualifying foreign-source income and gains of certain individuals who become Turkish tax residents from Turkish income tax for 20 years. It also introduces an “Asset Peace” regime for declaring certain foreign-held and unrecorded domestic assets, generally subject to a one-off tax of 5% of the declared value.

• 2026-06-15Türkiye Introduces a 20-Year Tax Exemption for Certain New Tax Residents

  Changes published on 4 June 2026 provide qualifying new Turkish tax residents with an exemption from Turkish tax on foreign-source income and gains for up to 20 years. They also introduce an “Asset Peace” regime for declaring certain foreign-held and unrecorded domestic assets, generally subject to a one-off 5% tax if the applicable conditions are met.

• 2026-06-10Some Turkish Banks Continue Opening Accounts for Russians Without Residence Permits

  According to the source, Russians without a residence permit may open accounts at some Turkish banks, including VakıfBank and Ziraat Bankası. A Turkish tax identification number is required for the process.

• 2026-06-01Türkiye Reportedly Adopts 20-Year Tax Incentives for New Residents

  According to the source, Türkiye’s parliament adopted legislation providing a 20-year tax holiday for new residents. Under the measure as described, foreign-source income would not be subject to tax.

• 2026-05-29Türkiye Retains a Real-Estate Citizenship Route for Russian Citizens

  A 2026 overview identifies Türkiye as a country where Russian citizens can obtain citizenship through a real-estate purchase. The material also describes property registration and subsequent residence-permit procedures.

• 2026-05-29Russian citizens retain visa-free stays in Türkiye for up to 90 days within 180 days

  Russian citizens may stay in Türkiye without a visa for up to 90 days in each 180-day period, with a 60-day limit for continuous stay. Extending the stay by another 30 days requires leaving the country and re-entering; overstaying may lead to a fine and a temporary entry ban.

• 2026-05-25Türkiye applies separate visa procedures for entry and stays exceeding 90 days

  U.S. and Canadian citizens may enter Türkiye visa-free for tourism or business for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Longer stays require applying for a residence permit before the legal period ends, while work and study require the appropriate visa before departure followed by a residence permit application.

• 2026-05-01Türkiye Keeps Residence Permit Fees Unchanged

  Residence permit fees in Türkiye are set annually by the Ministry of Treasury and Finance under the Fees Law. As of May 1, 2026, the fee amounts had not changed.

• 2026-04-14Türkiye Maintains Citizenship-by-Investment Route

  The program provides for obtaining a residence permit and then applying for citizenship after an in-person visit to Türkiye’s immigration authorities and biometric submission. Due diligence typically takes three to four months, and citizenship may be passed on to future generations of the family.

• 2026-04-11Türkiye Expands Digital Immigration Procedures and Support for Foreign Graduates

  Türkiye is continuing to digitalize immigration procedures through the GÖÇBİL, e-İkamet and UETS systems. Foreign graduates can obtain a one-year residence permit after completing their studies, while students can submit residence applications directly on university campuses.

• 2026-04-02Updated Overview of Residence Permit Pathways and Procedures in Türkiye

  An overview updated on 2 April 2026 describes family and work-based residence permits and the general application procedure. For family residence permits, it gives durations of up to two years for family members of a foreign resident and up to three years for relatives of a Turkish citizen, along with document, insurance, and income requirements.

• 2026-03-11Turkish Banks Continue to Offer Account Access to Russian Entrepreneurs

  According to the source, Turkish banks remain willing to work with Russian entrepreneurs despite sanctions pressure. Accounts may be opened in lira, US dollars, and euros.

• 2026-02-20Five years of residence in Türkiye may qualify an applicant to apply for citizenship

  A foreign national may apply for Turkish citizenship after five years of living in the country with a residence permit. The source presents this as a route separate from the investment program.

• 2026-02-08Tourist residence permit applications in Türkiye require a travel plan and proof of accommodation

  According to the source, applicants for a tourist residence permit in Türkiye must provide a travel plan and proof of temporary accommodation, such as a rental agreement. These documents form part of the basic application package for this type of permit.

• 2026-02-08Some Turkish Banks Open Accounts for Foreigners Without Residence Permits

  The source states that foreigners without residence permits may in some cases open a Turkish bank account using a passport, particularly in Ankara and Izmir. It also cites deposit protection of up to TRY 650,000 or 20,000 per person at one bank.

• 2025-11-29Property Purchase Used as a Basis for Long-Term Residence in Türkiye

  The source states that an investment of at least USD 400,000 allows applicants to obtain a five-year residence permit and immediately apply for citizenship. Renewal requires an application, passport, photographs, a valid ikamet, proof of financial standing, property documents, and health insurance.

• 2025-11-12HRW reports reduced Uyghur preferential treatment and residence-permit problems in Türkiye

  Human Rights Watch reports that Türkiye’s recent immigration crackdown has reduced preferential treatment previously available to Uyghurs seeking long-term residence and citizenship. The report also describes cases involving residence-permit renewal refusals, detention, and entry bans.

• 2025-10-03Türkiye Accepts Digital Nomad Visa Applications from Citizens of Selected Countries

  According to the source, citizens of the 27 EU countries, Iceland, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Russia, Ukraine and Belarus may apply for Türkiye’s digital nomad visa. The residence permit issued under this visa is valid for six months.