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Turkey Digital Nomad Visa
A residence permit in Turkey for remote employees and freelancers with income from abroad. First an online certificate, then a visa, and the residence card once you are in Turkey.
The Turkey digital nomad visa program launched in 2024. It is designed for people aged 21 to 55 with a university degree who work remotely for a foreign company or clients abroad. The money condition, based on the latest available information, is an income of at least $3,000 a month or $36,000 a year, backed by bank statements. You do not need to speak Turkish.
The route has three steps. First you get a free online digital nomad certificate on the official portal. With it you apply for a visa at a consulate or visa center. After you arrive in Turkey you apply for a residence permit, and at this stage you need Turkish health insurance and a lease agreement. We prepare the documents at every step and support your filing with the migration service.
Who it is for
- Remote employees of foreign companies
- Freelancers with proven experience and clients abroad
- IT specialists, designers, marketers and other online professionals
- Families: a spouse and children under 18 can get residence with you
- People who want to live by the sea with lower costs than in the EU
Requirements
- Age 21 to 55
- A university degree in any field
- Income of at least $3,000 a month or $36,000 a year, based on the latest available information, proven for recent months
- Remote work for a company outside Turkey, or freelancing for foreign clients
- Citizenship of a country on the program's list of eligible countries
- For the residence permit in Turkey: local health insurance and a lease agreement
What we do
- Check your age, degree, income and citizenship against the program rules
- Prepare the form and documents for the online certificate
- Arrange translations and notarization
- Put together the visa package and book your appointment
- Help with a lease and Turkish health insurance
- File for residence in Turkey and support renewals
Key documents
- Passport with enough remaining validity
- University diploma with a translation
- Employment contract or client contracts
- Bank statements for recent months
- Criminal record certificate, if requested
- Photos that meet consulate requirements
- Lease agreement and Turkish health insurance for the residence permit
- Marriage and birth certificates if your family is moving with you
How it works
- Eligibility checkage, degree, income and citizenship
- Certificateonline application on the program portal; usually takes a few weeks
- Visafiling at a consulate or visa center with the certificate; review usually takes up to a month
- Entry and residence permitlease, insurance and the residence application in the first weeks after arrival
- Card and renewalcollecting the residence card and renewing while you still meet the conditions
Timeline
The online certificate usually takes a few weeks and the visa up to a month; it is best to start preparing 2–3 months before your move.
Timelines are approximate: government agencies, consulates and banks set them.
What to watch out for
- Being over 55 or not having a degree rules you out
- Income below the threshold or irregular payments are a common reason for refusal
- After arrival, it is important not to miss the deadline for the residence application
- Insurance and lease requirements in Turkey change, so they are checked before filing
- As far as current information shows, time on this status does not lead to permanent residence or citizenship
FAQ
How much does it cost?
Our service fee is from $900. Government fees, translations, insurance and other mandatory costs are paid separately; we send the full estimate before you sign.
How much income do I need for the Turkey digital nomad visa?
Based on the latest available information, at least $3,000 a month or $36,000 a year. You prove it with bank statements and a contract with your employer or clients. The money should arrive regularly and from abroad. We review your documents before filing.
Is a university degree required?
Yes, a university degree is a mandatory requirement of the program. The field of study does not matter. The diploma has to be translated and certified, and we arrange both while preparing your certificate application.
Which nationalities can apply?
Only citizens of countries on the official list published on the GoTürkiye portal. Some countries are not on it; for example, Kazakhstan is currently missing. The list can change, so we check it on your filing date, along with the other conditions.
Can I move with my family?
Yes. Your spouse and children under 18 can get residence for the same period as the main applicant. They need proof of family ties with translations, health insurance and a shared lease.
How long does the whole process take?
The online certificate usually takes a few weeks, the visa up to a month, and then you file for residence in Turkey. It is best to start preparing 2–3 months before your move. Timing depends on the consulate and the migration service.
Do I have to pay taxes in Turkey?
If you spend more than 183 days a year in Turkey, you become a tax resident. We go through how this fits with taxes in your country of citizenship, and whether any benefits apply to your situation, before you move.
Do you guarantee the result?
No. Decisions are made by government agencies, consulates and banks. We are responsible for preparing and checking documents, filing and support, and we tell you about the risks upfront.
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We will check whether the program fits your citizenship, income and family, and send an estimate with the full list of costs.
