Permanent Residence Permit in Turkey

Permanent Residence Permit in Turkey – Long-Term Residence in Turkey 

The permanent residence permit is one of many types of residence permits in Turkey. A foreign resident can obtain permanent residence in Turkey, if he fulfills some conditions. In this article from Ebla Real Estate, we will provide a guide on permanent residence permit in Turkey.

Conditions for obtaining permanent residence permit in Turkey:

• The Ministry of the Interior grants a permanent residence permit to the foreign residents in Turkey for eight continuous years.
• According to Article 38 of the law, half the duration of the student residence permit is calculated and the duration of the other residence permits is calculated in full.
• Moreover, the resident must have financial means to support oneself and their family, if any.
• Furthermore, the resident must have valid health insurance.
• Not having received social assistance in the last 3 years.
• Not to pose a threat to public safety and order.

Required documents to apply for permanent residence permit in Turkey:

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

Advantages of the permanent residence permit in Turkey:

• Undoubtedly, long-term residence permits have indefinite validity.
• It is also granted to wife and children under the age of 18.
• Moreover, the permanent resident can travel between Turkish cities without a travel permit.
• Furthermore, the holder of a long-term residency may benefit from the same rights as accorded to Turkish citizens, except for some basic rights such as: (candidacy, election, public office, importation of cars).
• Additionally, the permanent resident is exempted from the obligation to do military service.
• In addition, the permanent resident may benefit from the insurance rights.

Important notes about long-term residence in Turkey:

• If the foreigner resided in Turkey for the specified period as a refugee, conditional refugee and secondary protection status holders, humanitarian residence permit holders and temporary protection; He is not eligible to apply for long-term residence permit in Turkey.
• Moreover, permanent residence in Turkey can be refused if:
  • The foreigner poses a serious threat to public order and security.
  • The foreigner resides outside Turkey for more than one year without interruption; Except for the conditions of health, education and compulsory public service in his country.

Edited by: Ebla Group Real Estate

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