Residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis

Residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis

Undoubtedly, Turkey is a preferred destination for Iraqis, due to the ease of entry to the Turkish lands and the ease of obtaining residence in Turkey. In this article from Ebla Real Estate, we will provide the valued clients with detailed information about residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis.

About residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis:

Iraqis in Turkey are treated according to the provisions of the Turkish law on foreigners in general if they enter the Turkish territory in a regular and legal manner.

Thus, Iraqis can get all types of residence permits in Turkey without obstacles, according to the conditions corresponding to his/her case, such as a short-term residence (tourist) and student residence or real estate residence or other types of residence.

In addition, the procedures and conditions for obtaining residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis are easy as we will see in this article.

Types of residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis:

Of course, a residence permit enables Iraqis to live in Turkey, study, get married, convert to Turkish drivers’ license, get tax number, open a bank account, purchase property, make investments, and much more. Moreover, the Turkish laws allow Iraqis to obtain any type of residency and in this article, we will talk about the most important types of residence permits for Iraqis in Turkey.

Long-Term residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis (Permanent):

Iraqis who want to live in Turkey can obtain a long-term residency after completing 8 years in Turkey consecutively with a short-term residence permit.

The required documents to obtain long-term residency in Turkey:

1. Application form. 
2. The original and copy of the passport.
3. Biometric photos.
4. A document proving that the applicant hasn’t received any social aid from the Turkish authorities.
5. Declaration that they have the necessary resources for staying in Turkey for maximum one year and providing documents if required.
6. Health insurance.
7. In addition to the police record.

Conditions to obtain long-term residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis:

1. Residing in Turkey for 8 years continuously.
2. Not having received social assistance in the last 3 years.
3. Having financial means to support oneself and their family, if any.
4. Have valid health insurance.
5. Not to pose a threat to public safety and order.

Advantages of obtaining long-term residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis:

• Long-term residence permits are issued with indefinite validity.
• Moreover, holders can travel between Turkish cities without a travel permit.
• In addition, the holder of a long-term residency may benefit from the same rights as accorded to Turkish citizens with the exception of the provisions of special laws, and of compulsory military service.

Real estate residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis:

It is one of the best types of residence permits. Moreover, real estate residency in Turkey is granted for Iraqis for a period of one or two years, with the possibility of simply renewal; As long as the person still owns the property.

The required documents to get real estate residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis.

1. Title deed of the property (tapu).
2. property earthquake insurance.
3. A valid passport for a minimum period of six months.
4. A family statement of children translated into Turkish and certified by the Turkish Embassy in the mother country.
5. Health insurance in Turkish territory for each member of the family.
6. In addition to biometric personal photos.

Conditions to obtain real estate residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis:

1. The value of the property should not be less than 75,000 dollars in major cities such as Istanbul and Bursa, and 50 thousand dollars in smaller cities in Turkey.
2. Moreover, the applicant should register the property in the Directorate of Land Registry (Tapu Department).
3. Furthermore, he/she must obtain the title deed.

Advantages of obtaining real estate residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis:

• Real estate residency is granted to members of the owner’s family: wife and children under the age of 18. 
• Moreover, it provides the possibility to enter Turkey at any time.
• Applying for Turkish citizenship after 5 years.
• The possibility of obtaining an education opportunity in Turkey’s schools and universities.
• In addition, it provides the possibility to open a bank account in Turkey.

Short-Term residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis (Tourist):

The Turkish short-term residence permit is the most sought after among all other residence permits. Iraqis who want to stay in Turkey longer than the tourist visa must apply for short-term residency, which will be valid for 1 or 2 years.

The required documents to get short-term residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis.

1. A valid passport, translated and certified.
2. Address information.
3. Health insurance.
4. Pay the residence permit fees and taxes.
5. In addition to biometric personal photos.

Conditions to obtain short-term residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis:

1. Book an appointment to submit the documents.
2. Submit the required documents with the reason of stay in Turkey.
3. Have suitable accommodation conditions.

Advantages of obtaining short-term residence permit in Turkey for Iraqis:

• Entry to Turkey at any time.
• Opening a bank account in Turkey.
• Owning a property in Turkey.
• Establishing a company in Turkey.
• Obtaining a work permit.
• In addition to free education for children.

Work Residency for Iraqis in Turkey:

A work residence permit in Turkey is important to work legally.

The required documents to get work residency in Turkey for Iraqis.

1. Tourist residency valid for at least 6 months.
2. A valid passport, translated and certified.
3. Application form submitted to the Ministry of Social Security.
4. Employment contract.
5. Translation and attestation of certificates, if any.
6. In addition to biometric personal photos.

Conditions to obtain work residency in Turkey for Iraqis:

Iraqis have the right to obtain a work permit in Turkey according to specific conditions, which are:

1. Obtaining approval from the Ministry of Labor and Social Security in Turkey.
2. Additionally, the applicant must be within the legal age that qualifies him to work.
3. Moreover, the applicant has resided in Turkey for a period of no less than 6 months.
4. Work for one entity within a specified period.
5. In addition, the work permit is granted for one year, in the case of renewal for a second time, it is granted for two years, and in the third time, it is granted for 3 years.

Advantages of obtaining work residency in Turkey for Iraqis:

• Undoubtedly, work residency allows Iraqis to apply for Turkish citizenship after five years without leaving the country.
• Moreover, holders can benefit from pension after the age of 60.
• In addition, children can join Turkish schools.
• Treatment at the state’s expense in all hospitals of the country.

Notes from Ebla Real Estate about residency in Turkey for Iraqis:

Iraqis have the right to obtain any type of residence permit types in Turkey, as long as they submit the required papers and one of the most important documents is the address information through a rental contract or title deed.

It is also worth noting that real estate residency is the best type for Iraqis in Turkey.

Undoubtedly, as Ebla Real Estate is an approved company in Bursa, Turkey, we offer various services regarding real estate residency for Iraqis in Turkey. Among the most prominent of these services are:

• We also provide various offers that meet the conditions of real estate residence in any area desired by the client in Bursa and Istanbul.
• Moreover, we provide Iraqis with golden opportunities to own properties in Turkey.
• In addition, we extract and submit all the necessary papers to obtain a real estate residence permit.

Edited by: Ebla Group Real Estate

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