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Foreign Nationals of Which Countries Are Exempt from Obtaining a Work Permit?
For foreign nationals to work legally in Turkey, they must obtain a work permit in accordance with the International Labor Force Law No. 6735 and other relevant legislative provisions. However, some foreigners may find themselves in an "illegal" status by being in the...
Can Work Permits Be Obtained for Undocumented Foreign Nationals?
For foreign nationals to work legally in Turkey, they must obtain a work permit in accordance with the International Labor Force Law No. 6735 and other relevant legislative provisions. However, some foreigners may find themselves in an "illegal" status by being in the...
What Is a Work Permit for Foreign Nationals?
What is a Work Permit for Foreigners? For a foreign national to work legally in Turkey, they must fulfill certain rules and procedures. The most important tool regulating this process is called a "work permit". A work permit is an official document that determines...
How to File a Residence Permit Extension Application for Foreign Nationals
Foreign nationals coming to Turkey for short or long-term stays must obtain a residence permit (ikamet izni) to legally reside in the country. These permits are generally issued for a specific period, and extension procedures must be carried out if the period expires....
Requirements for Obtaining Work Permits for Foreign Nationals
Foreign nationals who wish to work legally in Turkey are required to obtain a work permit in accordance with the International Labor Force Law No. 6735 and other relevant legislation. This process closely concerns both the foreign employee and the employer. Foreigners...
What Is a Deportation Order (Decision of Removal)? Against Whom Is It Issued? (2025)
For foreign nationals living in Turkey, one of the most worrying situations is the issuance of a "deportation decision" (sınır dışı etme kararı) against them. So, what is a deportation decision in a legal sense? This decision is an official administrative ruling...