As a foreign student studying in Turkey, you will need to obtain a residence permit in order to stay legally in the country for an extended period of time. The procedure for obtaining a residence permit in Turkey varies depending on your nationality and the length of your stay.
In general, you will need to follow the following steps to obtain a residence permit as a foreign student in Turkey:
Enrol at a university in Turkey.
Go to the local police station in your place of residence in Turkey to register your address and obtain a temporary residence certificate.
Go to the Directorate General of Migration Management (DGMM) office to apply for a residence permit. You will need to bring the following documents with you
- Passport
- Student visa
- Temporary residence certificate
- Proof of enrolment at a university (e.g. letter of acceptance)
- Proof of sufficient financial resources to support your stay in Turkey (e.g. bank statement)
- Proof of health insurance
- Pay the required fees for the residence permit.
Wait for the Directorate General of Migration Management to process your application and issue your residence permit.
It is important to note that the process of obtaining a residence permit in Turkey can take several weeks or even months, so it is important to start the process as early as possible. You should also be prepared to provide any additional documentation that may be requested by the Directorate General of Migration Management during the application process.
