🇹🇷 Turkey · Work Visa
Work permit categories, eligibility, sponsorship, application steps, and processing times.
Quick answer
Foreigners need a work permit to work in Türkiye, which also serves as a residence permit; the Ministry of Labour and Social Security issues it, usually on the employer's application. A Turquoise Card suits qualified professionals.
Work permits are issued by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security; entry and residence are handled by the Presidency of Migration Management. The work permit also serves as a residence permit.
- Employers apply for the work permit, which doubles as a residence permit.
- The Turquoise Card offers long-term work rights to qualifying professionals.
- Applications are processed through the Ministry of Labour's online system.
Official authorities
- Ministry of Labour and Social Security
Work permits.
- Presidency of Migration Management
Entry and residence.
Frequently asked questions
Who applies for a Turkish work permit?
Usually the employer applies to the Ministry of Labour and Social Security; the work permit also serves as your residence permit.
What is the Turquoise Card?
A long-term permit for highly-qualified professionals, investors and researchers, offering indefinite work rights.
Are there quota rules?
Employers often must meet a ratio of Turkish to foreign staff and a minimum-capital condition; some categories are exempt.
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