Planning a move to Turkey. Where to begin.

Where the visa stands

Official guidance needs review before we describe any available visa option for this destination.

Start with your work plans

Türkiye has a digital nomad visa that starts with a pre-application on the official Digital Nomad GoTürkiye platform, run by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. It is limited to citizens of a listed set of countries who meet the personal eligibility requirements, and requires a university degree and proof of remote work for a company outside Türkiye. Approved applicants receive a Digital Nomad Identification Certificate, which they take to a Turkish consulate or visa center to get the visa.

Describe who pays you, where your employer or clients are based and what you would do while living abroad. Use those details when checking the official route. Employer approval and immigration permission are separate questions.

Employer approval and immigration permission are separate questions.

Take the first application step

Use the immigration authority or embassy serving your place of residence. Use the country chat room to ask other members about their experiences; verify legal requirements with the authority.

Eligibility depends on nationality, work arrangements, length of stay, and the conditions of the specific permission. This directory also includes separately administered destinations.

Keep two money questions separate

The visa income test concerns the evidence required for an application. A living budget concerns your housing, healthcare, transport and daily spending. Compare both before committing to a move.

This destination’s visa availability has not been verified. Confirm the route with the relevant government authority.

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