The Legal Istanbul

Residence Permit

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Short-Term Residence Permit

Moving to Turkey for work, investment, or simply a fresh start? A short-term residence permit lets you live legally in Turkey for up to two years — and renew it as long as your situation continues. Whether you own property here, have business connections, or simply love Istanbul, we handle the entire application so you don’t have to figure out the system alone.

Long-Term Residence Permit

After eight years of building your life in Turkey, you deserve the security of staying permanently. The long-term residence permit has no expiry date and no renewal stress — it is Turkey’s way of recognising that you are here to stay. We guide you through the eligibility check and the full application, making sure nothing delays what you have worked years to earn.

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Family Residence Permit

Your family should be with you — not waiting in another country while paperwork piles up. If your spouse, children, or dependents need to join you in Turkey, we manage the family residence permit process from start to finish, in your language, without the confusion. One application should not separate a family.

Student Residence Permit

Got your university acceptance letter? Now you need your residence permit — and there is a 30-day window to get it right. We prepare your complete file, submit it through the official system, and handle any issues that arise, so you can focus on starting university life in Istanbul rather than dealing with immigration queues.

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Humanitarian Residence Permit

Some situations do not fit a standard category — and Turkish immigration law recognises that. If you are facing exceptional circumstances, a removal ban, or a situation that requires special consideration, we assess your case honestly and prepare the strongest possible application for governorship approval.

Tourist Residence Permit

Fell in love with Turkey and want to stay longer than your visa allows? A tourist residence permit is the legal way to extend your stay — but the requirements, documents, and process trip up many first-time applicants. We make it straightforward, so you can keep enjoying Istanbul without the anxiety of overstaying.

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