Obtaining student residency in Türkiye 2023:
Once the student arrives in Turkey, he must begin the residency procedure within 90 days from the date of his arrival, or within the validity of the entry visa if it is less than 90 days.
This procedure ensures the legality of its presence on Turkish territory.
Documents required to obtain student residency:
Include:
- The student’s document (öğrenci belgesi) which must be obtained from the university in which the student is registered, proving the student’s affiliation to it.
- Four personal photos.
- The original passport and a copy of it, in addition to the entry visa if available, and the entry stamp into the country.
- A residence certificate (residence bond), which is a document issued by the mukhtar authority to prove the student’s place of residence. If the student lives in university housing, this document must be obtained from the housing administration.
- Tax number. This number is issued by the Tax Department.
- A health insurance contract for one or two years.
- Receipt of payment for residence fees and visa type change fees if this service is available, and the cost usually ranges from approximately $50 to $150.
How to apply for student residency:
The student must book an appointment at the Immigration Department before their visit to begin the residency procedures.
The appointment can be booked online through the Immigration Department website, and the appointment is usually scheduled within about a month, depending on the pressure and requirements in the immigration services.
On the specified day and time, the student must visit the Immigration Department and submit the required documents to begin the procedures for obtaining his student residency.
Powers and benefits of student residence:
- 1- The possibility of leaving and returning to Turkey during the period of stay without the need for an additional visa.
- 2- The ability to open a bank account in any Turkish bank.
- 3- Legality in carrying out official transactions and procedures in Türkiye.
