The right permit to stay in Türkiye, at the right time.
First application, renewal, a refusal or an expired visa: we listen to your situation in your own language, prepare your documents and follow your case until the card is in your hands.
- Fees agreed upfront, in writing
- At our office or fully online
- You pay government fees only through official channels
When does your card expire?
You apply for renewal within the 60 days before your card expires. Enter your date and we'll show you what to do.
Tap one of the four situations and your message is ready to send.
This uses the general rule in the law (YUKK Art. 24). Let's check your exact situation together.
- Merhaba
- Hello
- مرحبا
- Привет
- سلام
- Salam
- Salom
- Сәлем
- Bonjour
- Hallo
Who we help
Your reason for coming to Türkiye decides which permit you apply for. These are the four situations we see most often:
FamiliesYour spouse or child is in Türkiye. Let's handle the income requirement, the documents and each family member's permit period in one file.See the requirements
StudentsYou've enrolled at a university. Let's get your student residence permit on time and plan together which permit you'll move to after graduation.See the requirements
Property owners and investorsYou own property in Türkiye or you're setting up a business. Let's check the value requirement and the title deed (tapu) application from the start.See the requirements
Long-time residentsYou're reaching 8 years in Türkiye. Let's count any gaps and prepare your move to long-term residence.See the requirements
You want to stay here. Leave the paperwork to us.
Every year, hundreds of thousands of foreigners living in İstanbul ask the same questions: which permit, which documents, and when? We answer them in your language, based on your situation.
- foreigners live in Türkiye on a residence permit
- 1,274,988
- in İstanbul, a ferry ride away from us
- 48%
- days: the renewal window before your card expires
- 60
- languages, so we speak yours
- 9
The first two figures come from the Presidency of Migration Management (August 2026, via secondary publications).
How we work
Message us
Send a short WhatsApp message in your own language. Your passport details, and your card details if you have one, are enough to start.
Case review
Which permit, which documents, how long it takes and the total cost: upfront and in writing.
Documents and appointment
We prepare the form, documents, insurance and address check, and book your e-ikamet appointment together.
Until the card is in your hands
Preparing for your interview at the migration office, requests for extra documents and card delivery: we follow it through to the end.
Get your document list
Choose a permit type to see the documents usually asked for and the requirements to watch.
Short-term residence permit (kısa dönem ikamet izni)
Foreigners who want to stay in Türkiye temporarily for a specific purpose.
Duration: Up to 2 years at a time; can be renewed as long as the conditions are still met.
0/9 ready
Tick what you already have; we'll complete the rest together.
Tourism-based applications have been closely examined since 2020. Your purpose and plans for your stay need to be backed by convincing documents.
Let's be clear from the start
We don't guarantee results
The decision belongs to Göç İdaresi (Presidency of Migration Management). What we can promise is that your application will be as strong and complete as possible.
There is no general amnesty
As of 2026, there is no general amnesty in force for foreigners who have overstayed. Be careful with anyone who promises one.
Government fees never go to a personal account
The card fee and other charges are paid only through official channels. No one should ask you to send government fees to a person's IBAN.
We tell you when you need a lawyer
Legal processes, such as a court case against a refusal, need a lawyer. If that's your situation, we'll tell you plainly.
What to watch out for in 2026
Most applications get stuck on one of these four points.
Closed neighbourhoods
New residence addresses can't be registered in neighbourhoods where foreigners make up more than 20% of the population. Have the address checked before you sign a lease.
Health insurance
You need health insurance that is valid in Türkiye and covers the full permit period. Travel insurance does not count.
Passport validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 60 days longer than the permit period you're applying for.
Card fee and charges
In 2026 the card fee is 964 TL. The residence fee depends on your nationality and the permit period; we'll tell you the exact amount before you apply.
Information last checked on 8 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Don't see your question here?
Write to us in your own language; we'll answer it based on your situation.
Message us on WhatsApp+90 530 777 62 36When should I apply for renewal?
Within the 60 days before your card expires, and in any case before it expires. If you apply on time, you can stay legally with the document you're given until a decision is made.
My visa or permit has expired. What should I do?
First, stay calm and don't go to the migration office unprepared. How long it has been, the risk of an entry ban and the possible options all depend on your case. Message us; we'll review your situation in confidence and explain your options clearly.
Can I still get a tourist residence permit?
Yes, but since 2020 these applications are closely examined, and an unconvincing purpose is one of the most common reasons for refusal. Your reasons and documents need to be prepared with that in mind.
My application was refused. What can I do?
The refusal letter states the reason. Depending on your case, the options may be a new application, a different permit type or a court appeal. If a renewal is refused, you have only 10 days to leave the country, so contact us as soon as you receive the letter.
Which languages do you work in?
Turkish, English, Arabic, Russian, Persian (including Dari), Turkmen, Uzbek, Azerbaijani and Kazakh. You can message us on WhatsApp in your own language.
Do I need to come to the office?
No. We can handle the whole process online, or meet at our office if you prefer. You attend the appointment at the migration office yourself.
How much do you charge?
It depends on the permit type and your case. After the case review, we give you the total fee in writing, separate from government fees. No work starts until you approve.
Are you connected to Göç İdaresi?
No. We are not an official body and we don't represent any official body. The official application is made through the e-ikamet system, in your name and with your knowledge.
Let's get your situation clear today.
A short message in your own language is enough. Which permit, which documents, how long it takes: we'll tell you clearly.