Dynamite information. A lot of hustlers out there saying you need to sign over power of attorney for a big fee and they will submit all information for a permit. Not needed. Very easy to understand the self-done application. Thanks for the tip on Fatih. That's where I am currently living.
Thank you Alex. As always really helpful, super accurate, and totally correct. Thanks to your helpful videos, I have also currently moved to Istanbul, waiting for my appointment. Really beautiful city.
It looks a lot more simple than getting my Brazilian Residency. I had to wait almost 6 months for it to be finished!!! There are too many difficult parts of getting that residency to mention😅 the entire process is disorganized.
Alex, thanks so much for this video. Like i've told u, i've seen a few videos about this topic before, but hands down, your version is the best! Just curious how much money should i have in the bank tho....I'm afraid that i dont have enough money to support me for a year...If i show them a bank statement with $2k in it, i wonder if they would reject it.
Thank you so much for the kind words and the support. They never asked me to show anything. It's just suggested to have something I guess in case they do ask. If you do have $2,000 you can simply state that you will not be staying for the entire year. It should be fine. I even said I am unemployed and they didn't ask for proof of funds.
Thank you so for making this really informative video i really appreciate it. I have a small question, my filling the application there was tab saying "gelir ve meslek bilgileri" would you please share information about it and what to write in it? Thank you so much.
Thank you so much. I understand it's very specific. But a few people asked for it and I remember when I applied for mine, there wasn't much clear instructions on how to apply for one. Thank you Levina.💙
@@Livingabroadalex So Helpful, especially when you explain it step by step. Have a Great week ahead. Maybe you will have a Video for us mid week 😀. No pressure of course😀😀.
Good job Alex! I have a question, in the last part of the video you said something about how to extend the tourist visa for more days by paying between 1000 TL and 2000 TL. How can this be done? How does the process change? I am asking you because I have a relative there, he is concerned because his tourist visa is going to expire and he needs more days! Thanks for your response.
THANK ALEX FOR YOUR GOOD INFORMATIONS I AM A US CITIZEN FOR 40 YEARS [BORN IN SYRIA] I HEARD SYRIAN CAN NOT OWN PROPETY IN TURKY,[ NOT SURE FOR US CITIZEN ] IS HARDER TO RESIDENT PERMIT ALSO THANKS YOU SO MUCH
Not sure bro. But due to the economy and deep rooted racism and scamming, I highly recommend a reputable firm, before even considering purchasing a property in Turkey.
Hi, how about the tax number? Do I get it at the same time when paying for the residence application at the tax office? Is the tax number in a separate department from payment of the residence application? Thanks!
Hi Alex i would like to stay in an Apartment for just 6 months and I would like to have a rental contract for 1 year to apply for my First temporary Residence Card ,what can be done even though I have and can do and obtain the other documents. Can I use a sponsor account for the 1 year temporary Residence Card? to apply for it, or is not possible must only be a bank statement with my names on it an not for a sponsor and how much must at least should be shown for my support myself for 1 year .AND ALL TOGETHER BY YOUR EXXPERIENCE IN TOTAL HOW MUCH DID IT COST YOU AFTER ALL EXPENSES DOING IT,must be a bank statement of thelst 3 or 6 months or 1 year which of this.
What if you don't have a lease but are staying in hotels as you travel across the country? What do you show for proof since there is no lease agreement?
@@Livingabroadalex do I need to show a receipt for a hotel for the entire year, or just show a receipt for the hotel I'm staying at for the first two weeks in Antalya?
Theoretically the entire year. If you plan to stay a few months, just pay the over stay fine, it's not expensive relative to the PR application fee etc.
Hi Alex thank you for your video, its good info. about that TR is it only grant to personal? if I come to Turkey with my wife and children how to apply?
Salam Brother… kindly guide me if you may.. I have been living in USA for past 30 years and have decided to move to Turkey with my family… please guide me in this regard. My kids are growing and I don’t want to raise them here. Now, do I come to Turkey on a visit visa and apply for resident permit or beforehand? Also, do I apply for work permit before coming or after? I’m so lost and confused.. please brother give a detail response if possible… thank you in advance
Hi Alex, hoping you're doing good? Please how did you get your health insurance for the residence permit? I am about to renew mine, please advice soonest.
I how are doing brother, one question please the 4 weeks spent that you received your IKAMET was in what city, Istambul or somewhere else. Because I've heard in the other cities that don't have much movement it is much faster to receive your IKAMET.like Ankara, Konya. since I'm an English teacher I would like to move there in next year. Or maybe a Call center Agent.
Not really sure about advice. But lira is so volatile. I suggest that you do your research about the school that is hiring you to get a better understanding of how they treat their teachers. Some schools are infamous for not paying teachers on time or not pay them at all. nothing specific but Istanbul and turkey can be hellish if you don't take precautions. Cost of living is increasing and lira is falling still.
If I am staying in a hotel, can I put that as my address in the application? And what if I have no other alternative person for the card to be sent to? After the application is filled out, is there a download button to save it on a memory card to take to the printing shop? Is there any health checks required by the insurance company?
1. Yes but you need to get a letter from the hotel stating your length of stay and have that letter notarized. 2. Skip it. 3. Yes you can download you completed application and either email it to yourself for printing or put it on a memory stick to take with you to print at a store etc. 4. No medical check required.
Hey Alex, thanks for the video. I am planning to move to turkey within 60 days. I have watched other videos that mentioned the process takes in Istanbul about 3-4 months because they are many applications on the line. Can I apply on the website you mentioned online before I come to turkey? So that I can save time and not being overstated even it looks fine. I have more questions to ask bro if u can share with me any of info of urs so that I can ask u in depth. I will really appreciate bro! Thanks
It used to take a long time before. But I think now the process is a little faster. I'm not sure. I'm just speaking from my own experience. And no I don't think you can apply from out of the country before even coming in here. How will you get an notorized home address? How will you get insurance without a home address? And there will be no stamp on your passport with an entry into Turkey.
@@Livingabroadalex Hmm I got it. I have plenty of other questions. Can you share with me ur contact details such as WhatsApp etc ... to get in touch pls. I am kind of emergency! I will appreciate ur time
The video is pretty thorough if you watch the whole thing. List your questions here so other people can see it and benefit too in case they have the same question.
@@Livingabroadalex Okay. I am exempted from visit visa but my wife isn’t. But she is eligible to apply for the e-visa online. She can get visit visa up to 30 days but she has to have a return ticket as of the requirements plus health insurance. I wanna know how can we apply for residence visa together? Should the tenancy contract be under my name or her name or both or two different separate contracts? I mean our marriage certificate is in Dubai where we are currently living. But it looks not clear the process for Married couple. Can u advice pls ?
Yah those are all questions I have no clue about. Best to contact an immigration lawyer for those questions. I don't want to misinform. Good luck and keep us posted about your findings 🤞
They never asked me for a bank statement. But of course I assume it would need to be recent. The bank statement is not obligatory, but might be required if they request it. It's not required on the online application. And when you go for your appointment, you simply submit all the "required" documents listed on the application form and they put a sticker at the back of your passport and that's it.
It is up to the the person reviewing your application whether proof of funds is necessary or not. They never asked me so I don't know. Watch the video In full and it will answer your questions.
Just type in Sigorta into Google or use Allianz to get basic coverage from any insurance provider. Should cost around 200 TL or less for the entire year. I got mine from Ray Sigorta.
Nice video. So you applied for the short term residency card? Is that good for max 2 years? How is the long term permit different from short term residency permit? Any idea how long is the long term residency permit good for?
Yes you can apply for a short-term residency up to 2 years maximum and then you can reapply again after that. The long-term residency permit allows you to stay in the country indefinitely. You can apply for one after residing in Turkey continuously for 8 years.
@@Livingabroadalex i see. So long term residency permit is like Permanent residence/ indefinite leave to remain. It will be great if you could do another video on how the short term residency permit of 2 years is renewed...
Yes exactly. I made this video because I can speak from experience. However to renew, it will be pretty much the same procedure including all the necessary paperwork as well as I believe you just have to pay taxes for the year. Which you can do at your nearest tax office. But I think once you go through the initial application then the renewal can be very simple.☺️
You sure they wont need anything else for renewal other than 'being there for tourism'. I mean after the initial 2 years for a renewal for a 2nd time they might want some proof of property purchase or business start up etc 🤔
Good point. I didn't think of that way. But you're not applying for those specific reasons. I mean one can spend an entire lifetime exploring a country. I assume proof of funds might be all they ask for. And if you get rejected, you can reapply. Or worst case scenario, leave for 90 days and come back. However if your purpose after 2 years is no longer tourism, perhaps one can simply apply for the correct visa type. Property, business, work, student etc.
I've heard the same. But I wouldn't know for sure, since I haven't applied myself. But your rental contract has to be in that city, so not sure how fast you need it. Just apply for it as soon as you come to Turkey.
Thank you. Do I need to have a Turkish phone number in the application? Or can I receive the text message on my country's prepaid phone card (that I have in my phone now)?
I don't know. I suggest getting a Turkish sim card so you don't miss the txt message for the rendezvous for the interview in case they fail to Emil you the info.
Hi, it says on a website that all foreign phones will stop working after 120 days unless it's registered. But is that registering my phone or the prepaid SIM cards in my phone? If I don't register, it means I can't receive verification texts from my bank transactions? It means I can't use my own prepaid SIM cards anymore?
Well I think that's if you stay there beyond a year. I was there 9 months. Didn't pay a penny in tax. I after getting my TR just went to Turkcell. They registered me and my phone was free to use.
@@Livingabroadalex Is it still possible to use hotel Wi-Fi in a hotel room on my phone with my own SIM card without registering my phone? Thanks for your replies!
Np. Yes you can do that. You just won't be able to make calls, receive messages or use internet via 4G/5G mobile data when you are not in wifi zones. For me I needed internet because I was out and about often and needed directions or something. But if you don't think you'll be in areas without wifi too often then i wouldn't worry too much about it. Ir if you have an old phone bring that too and toss a Turkish sim card in there after 3 months and you'll be good for 6 months using 2 phones. Or just buy a cheap burner phone from Turkey has already paid the taxes 😊
Hi again :) At the end of the application, it doesn't let me choose from a list of offices to go to. The end screen just shows a few offices and nothing can be clicked. Do I wait for an e-mail to tell me? After the application is done online, do I just wait for them to give me an appointment?
Yes you will be given the exact address visa email or SMS text or both. With a date address and appointment time. But you can go earlier than the time in your date if you like. It's not really an interview. You simply hand over the hard copy of your application with the required documents and wait to receive your TR card.
@@Livingabroadalex Thank you! :) The English version of the Ikamet hung suddenly (technical error) and I had to go back and resume with the Turkish language version which was hard and time consuming. I wondered why yours was perfect!
You're welcome! Haha not sure. But the website sucks. If it helps, try using the Turkish version and use Google translate from your phone to scan over the Turkish language with the camera function, so it gets translated to English. Then you can just fill the information that way. It's a pain, but I think it might make the process smoother.
Absolutely not. Buying a car in Turkey is a complete waste of money in my opinion. It is 3 or 4 times the cost of cars in Canada. You might as well buy a house 😂 Yes you can get a loan.
Hi Alex, thank you for the great video! However, towards the end you said that there are instructions for people staying on AirBnB and if possible, I would very much be interested in that. Is there some document explaining what to do? Do I book 1 year in advance and then is the pdf enough for the residency? Do I need a letter from the owner or something? Thank you very much!
Thank you. According to the application page itself it says "if you're staying in a rental home: a rental copy of your agreement : notarized" Or "if you're staying in a hotel a proof of your stay" Thats the exact words from the application. However it doesn't clearly state what they require so if I was you I would speak with the airbnb owner and ask him to provide you a letter that says that you are renting the home for a year or an actual lease agreement for one year and then have that notarized or basically rent the home with "flexible cancellation" through airbnb then cancel the airbnb for free after you apply for your TR.
@@Livingabroadalex Thank you very much. I thought it was something specific to Airbnb. If the owner was to provide the notarized letter, probably it would be easier to just make a cheaper rental contract. I was thinking that if I cancel the airbnb later, I would be breaking the law because we notarized the contract for 1 year and also, if I am supposed to stay in that address. But thank you again, it gave me the idea. I would not cancel but maybe I can get a letter from some airbnb. Thanks for the tips! And btw... I suggest you visit Portugal. A few days in Porto, Lisbon and Madeira island (digital nomads island). Cheers!
Hi, Paul. Going throug the same exact thing. I am renting out an Airbnb for 3 months according to my visa duration and I'm trying to apply for a 1 year TR visa but I' not sure how to get a 12 month lease from my Airbnb
Hi Alex, I had one small question Alex. might seem a bit strange, but do they let you bring tablet and phone with you there? I was thinking maybe I can show them my bank account info using my phone if needed.
Like I've said before I didn't have to present evidence of my income. But I don't see the issue with it if there's no clear indication of how to present your income to them. Worst case they tell you to print out something. But I don't see the harm in trying. That is if they even ask for it.
Hey Alex! thanks for the video it was SUPER helpful and informative, But I am a little confused.. where do we need to submit the passport copy and (optionally proof of funds) and the notarized lease and insurance copy etc?? Is it an actual office? or is it just scans onto the e-ikamet website? Just moved here from Lebanon! New subscriber
Thank you so much for your kind words, and support 🥳. I'm happy to be helping. Once you submit your online application and then they will send you an address to hand in your paperwork in person. So you will actually go into the government office to submit these documents. You simply go up to the front desk, they collect it and put a sticker on the back of your passport to aknowledge your submission of the application.
It doesn't specify on the application. And they didn't ask me when I went there to submit everything. However they suggest that you be ready in case they ask to see it. I assume around 500 USD per month. But that number is just speculation 😅
Which of the requirements do you think is the hardest to get?
None, provided thorough research work is done before landing in Turkey.
I agree completely 👍
Insurance!
What insurance are they talking about? Do I have to apply for Turkish insurance before coming to their country?
How did you searched for your Rental agent
Dynamite information. A lot of hustlers out there saying you need to sign over power of attorney for a big fee and they will submit all information for a permit. Not needed. Very easy to understand the self-done application. Thanks for the tip on Fatih. That's where I am currently living.
So happy to be helping. 😊
@@Livingabroadalex Watching your videos from IST. Good stuff. Accurate.
Thanks Richard. I appreciate the support 😁
How do I search for a Rental agent
Thank you Alex. As always really helpful, super accurate, and totally correct. Thanks to your helpful videos, I have also currently moved to Istanbul, waiting for my appointment. Really beautiful city.
Glad to hear! I appreciate the kind words. Enjoy your stay 😊
Thank you for sharing this. I was always curious how residency worked in different countries.
You're welcome 😊
Hey Alex, thanks a lot for the video. It was indeed helpful. 👍
I'm glad you liked it and thank YOU so much for the idea. 💙🤝
@@Livingabroadalex You're welcome! :)
Thank you so much. I've always wanted to asked this question.
You're welcome 😊
It looks a lot more simple than getting my Brazilian Residency. I had to wait almost 6 months for it to be finished!!! There are too many difficult parts of getting that residency to mention😅 the entire process is disorganized.
Wow sounds stressful 😬
Very helpful Alex, thank you!
You're welcome. I'm glad it was helpful 😊
Alex, thanks so much for this video. Like i've told u, i've seen a few videos about this topic before, but hands down, your version is the best! Just curious how much money should i have in the bank tho....I'm afraid that i dont have enough money to support me for a year...If i show them a bank statement with $2k in it, i wonder if they would reject it.
Thank you so much for the kind words and the support. They never asked me to show anything. It's just suggested to have something I guess in case they do ask. If you do have $2,000 you can simply state that you will not be staying for the entire year. It should be fine.
I even said I am unemployed and they didn't ask for proof of funds.
@@Livingabroadalex ok....thanks...i'll do that then. :)
Merhaba , very happy to going back but will live beside the ocean
Great video. Super helpful
Thank you glad to help 😊
Thank you so for making this really informative video i really appreciate it. I have a small question, my filling the application there was tab saying "gelir ve meslek bilgileri" would you please share information about it and what to write in it? Thank you so much.
Sorry I have no idea. That was a long time ago and can't remember the details. 🥺
No problem at all. Thank you so much for letting me know.
Great information for those who need it. Thank you for sharing.👍☘✌.
Thank you so much. I understand it's very specific. But a few people asked for it and I remember when I applied for mine, there wasn't much clear instructions on how to apply for one. Thank you Levina.💙
@@Livingabroadalex So Helpful, especially when you explain it step by step. Have a Great week ahead. Maybe you will have a Video for us mid week 😀. No pressure of course😀😀.
Thanks again for the support. I'll definitely have a very short cost of living video midweek and hopefully something more interesting Sunday 😉
@@Livingabroadalex Looking forward to them already 👍☘💚.
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In the mother and fathers name box do you need the surnames ?
Excellent video, very informative.
Thank you so much I'm glad you liked it. ☺️
Good job Alex! I have a question, in the last part of the video you said something about how to extend the tourist visa for more days by paying between 1000 TL and 2000 TL. How can this be done? How does the process change? I am asking you because I have a relative there, he is concerned because his tourist visa is going to expire and he needs more days! Thanks for your response.
Glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful. Pay the overstay fine at the airport.
Good information
Glad to help 😊
Hi Alex thanks your information
I need some information, by obtaining TR can I travel visa free countries, what are those
THANK ALEX FOR YOUR GOOD INFORMATIONS I AM A US CITIZEN FOR 40 YEARS [BORN IN SYRIA] I HEARD SYRIAN CAN NOT OWN PROPETY IN TURKY,[ NOT SURE FOR US CITIZEN ] IS HARDER TO RESIDENT PERMIT ALSO THANKS YOU SO MUCH
Not sure bro. But due to the economy and deep rooted racism and scamming, I highly recommend a reputable firm, before even considering purchasing a property in Turkey.
Hi, how about the tax number? Do I get it at the same time when paying for the residence application at the tax office? Is the tax number in a separate department from payment of the residence application? Thanks!
For me ya, it was in the same office as the application fee in Kadikoy.
Where did you get the health insurance?
Hi Alex i would like to stay in an Apartment for just 6 months and I would like to have a rental contract for 1 year to apply for my First temporary Residence Card ,what can be done even though I have and can do and obtain the other documents. Can I use a sponsor account for the 1 year temporary Residence Card? to apply for it, or is not possible must only be a bank statement with my names on it an not for a sponsor and how much must at least should be shown for my support myself for 1 year .AND ALL TOGETHER BY YOUR EXXPERIENCE IN TOTAL HOW MUCH DID IT COST YOU AFTER ALL EXPENSES DOING IT,must be a bank statement of thelst 3 or 6 months or 1 year which of this.
What if you don't have a lease but are staying in hotels as you travel across the country? What do you show for proof since there is no lease agreement?
Just book something on Agoda with free cancellation and full refund to your application and once you submit it just cancel the reservation
@@Livingabroadalex do I need to show a receipt for a hotel for the entire year, or just show a receipt for the hotel I'm staying at for the first two weeks in Antalya?
Theoretically the entire year. If you plan to stay a few months, just pay the over stay fine, it's not expensive relative to the PR application fee etc.
Do I need to live in Turkey to get delivery for the card? How can I recieve my card if I'm just a visitor or tourist?
Alex super video, one question is true you need a turkey bank account? Do you have one?
Not at all. I've been here 9 months without a Turkish bank account.
Can I fill and apply online process till i find room for rent and show room agreement on biometric date
No because you need the address of your room on the application
Hi Alex thank you for your video, its good info. about that TR is it only grant to personal? if I come to Turkey with my wife and children how to apply?
You're welcome. You can apply for them too. Just add your family members on the application form.
@@Livingabroadalex I see, so me and family just apply one time? is it any limited age for children?
Yes that's right. Not sure about age limits.
I have to do application in Turkey or before I move to Turkey?
So helpfull where can i get insurance
Salam Brother… kindly guide me if you may.. I have been living in USA for past 30 years and have decided to move to Turkey with my family… please guide me in this regard. My kids are growing and I don’t want to raise them here. Now, do I come to Turkey on a visit visa and apply for resident permit or beforehand? Also, do I apply for work permit before coming or after? I’m so lost and confused.. please brother give a detail response if possible… thank you in advance
Can you help me to get it done for me while I am in Istanbul??
Watch the video 😊
Hi can you please make a complete video of how to get a work permit in turkey because I want to shift turkey permanently with my family from uae
Sorry I am no longer in Turkey. I don't work in Turkey, and i don't know anything about it.
@@Livingabroadalex oh any way thanks
No problem 👍
Hi Alex, hoping you're doing good? Please how did you get your health insurance for the residence permit? I am about to renew mine, please advice soonest.
Just walk outside and there are many insurance providers. Or type in "insurance" in your Google maps and plenty of options will populate.
@@Livingabroadalex Thanks a bunch. God bless you
You're welcome. You can also buy it online just type in "sigorta" and many options would be available 😊
Hi Alex - Do you recommend motorbike rental to travel around Istanbul or would public transport suffice? I am planning to stay around Atasehir.
Definitely public transportation. It's very easy to get around the city here. It's Very cheap and safer too.
@@Livingabroadalex Thank you Alex. I appreciate your content.
Nice presentation
Thank you 😊
I how are doing brother, one question please the 4 weeks spent that you received your IKAMET was in what city, Istambul or somewhere else. Because I've heard in the other cities that don't have much movement it is much faster to receive your IKAMET.like Ankara, Konya. since I'm an English teacher I would like to move there in next year. Or maybe a Call center Agent.
Istanbul. And I hope your salary isn't in Lira 🤭
@@Livingabroadalex well my brother is going to be in Lira, what advice can you give me. I really want to work and start a business over there.
Not really sure about advice. But lira is so volatile. I suggest that you do your research about the school that is hiring you to get a better understanding of how they treat their teachers. Some schools are infamous for not paying teachers on time or not pay them at all. nothing specific but Istanbul and turkey can be hellish if you don't take precautions. Cost of living is increasing and lira is falling still.
@@Livingabroadalex yes I've heard that bro, what about the call center. Thank you for your advices and opinion
No clue bro. I never worked in Turkey. I've never heard any positive stories about working there.
Hi. Which bank would you recommend?. I'm moving to Istanbul in October.
How long wilm uou stay here? You cant open a bank account sithout TR. I personally don't have a Turkish bank so unfortunately I can not say.
Thanks !!
Glad to help 😊
If I am staying in a hotel, can I put that as my address in the application? And what if I have no other alternative person for the card to be sent to? After the application is filled out, is there a download button to save it on a memory card to take to the printing shop? Is there any health checks required by the insurance company?
1. Yes but you need to get a letter from the hotel stating your length of stay and have that letter notarized.
2. Skip it.
3. Yes you can download you completed application and either email it to yourself for printing or put it on a memory stick to take with you to print at a store etc.
4. No medical check required.
Hey Alex, thanks for the video. I am planning to move to turkey within 60 days. I have watched other videos that mentioned the process takes in Istanbul about 3-4 months because they are many applications on the line. Can I apply on the website you mentioned online before I come to turkey? So that I can save time and not being overstated even it looks fine.
I have more questions to ask bro if u can share with me any of info of urs so that I can ask u in depth. I will really appreciate bro! Thanks
It used to take a long time before. But I think now the process is a little faster. I'm not sure. I'm just speaking from my own experience. And no I don't think you can apply from out of the country before even coming in here. How will you get an notorized home address? How will you get insurance without a home address? And there will be no stamp on your passport with an entry into Turkey.
@@Livingabroadalex Hmm I got it. I have plenty of other questions. Can you share with me ur contact details such as WhatsApp etc ... to get in touch pls. I am kind of emergency! I will appreciate ur time
The video is pretty thorough if you watch the whole thing. List your questions here so other people can see it and benefit too in case they have the same question.
@@Livingabroadalex Okay. I am exempted from visit visa but my wife isn’t. But she is eligible to apply for the e-visa online. She can get visit visa up to 30 days but she has to have a return ticket as of the requirements plus health insurance. I wanna know how can we apply for residence visa together? Should the tenancy contract be under my name or her name or both or two different separate contracts? I mean our marriage certificate is in Dubai where we are currently living. But it looks not clear the process for Married couple. Can u advice pls ?
Yah those are all questions I have no clue about. Best to contact an immigration lawyer for those questions. I don't want to misinform. Good luck and keep us posted about your findings 🤞
One more question, bank statements they should be fresh n new right? Not older than 1-2-3 weeks? Can you tell please
They never asked me for a bank statement. But of course I assume it would need to be recent. The bank statement is not obligatory, but might be required if they request it. It's not required on the online application. And when you go for your appointment, you simply submit all the "required" documents listed on the application form and they put a sticker at the back of your passport and that's it.
@@Livingabroadalex if no bank statements then how do I prove that I have sufficient fund?
It is up to the the person reviewing your application whether proof of funds is necessary or not. They never asked me so I don't know. Watch the video In full and it will answer your questions.
Do you have a link on how to get the proper insurance
Just type in Sigorta into Google or use Allianz to get basic coverage from any insurance provider. Should cost around 200 TL or less for the entire year. I got mine from Ray Sigorta.
Informative
Glad you thought so 👌I'm happy to share mh experience if it helps others 😁
Nice video. So you applied for the short term residency card? Is that good for max 2 years? How is the long term permit different from short term residency permit? Any idea how long is the long term residency permit good for?
Yes you can apply for a short-term residency up to 2 years maximum and then you can reapply again after that. The long-term residency permit allows you to stay in the country indefinitely. You can apply for one after residing in Turkey continuously for 8 years.
@@Livingabroadalex i see. So long term residency permit is like Permanent residence/ indefinite leave to remain. It will be great if you could do another video on how the short term residency permit of 2 years is renewed...
Yes exactly. I made this video because I can speak from experience. However to renew, it will be pretty much the same procedure including all the necessary paperwork as well as I believe you just have to pay taxes for the year. Which you can do at your nearest tax office. But I think once you go through the initial application then the renewal can be very simple.☺️
You sure they wont need anything else for renewal other than 'being there for tourism'. I mean after the initial 2 years for a renewal for a 2nd time they might want some proof of property purchase or business start up etc 🤔
Good point. I didn't think of that way. But you're not applying for those specific reasons. I mean one can spend an entire lifetime exploring a country. I assume proof of funds might be all they ask for. And if you get rejected, you can reapply. Or worst case scenario, leave for 90 days and come back. However if your purpose after 2 years is no longer tourism, perhaps one can simply apply for the correct visa type. Property, business, work, student etc.
Thanks. I heard applying from other cities is faster than applying from Istanbul, is it true?
I've heard the same. But I wouldn't know for sure, since I haven't applied myself. But your rental contract has to be in that city, so not sure how fast you need it. Just apply for it as soon as you come to Turkey.
@@Livingabroadalex right, thank you sir 👍
Thank you. Do I need to have a Turkish phone number in the application? Or can I receive the text message on my country's prepaid phone card (that I have in my phone now)?
I don't know. I suggest getting a Turkish sim card so you don't miss the txt message for the rendezvous for the interview in case they fail to Emil you the info.
Hi, it says on a website that all foreign phones will stop working after 120 days unless it's registered. But is that registering my phone or the prepaid SIM cards in my phone? If I don't register, it means I can't receive verification texts from my bank transactions? It means I can't use my own prepaid SIM cards anymore?
That's correct. The phones serial number will be blocked. Your IMEI will be blocked. You can register it for free once you get your TR.
@@Livingabroadalex But how about the 2006 lira tax?
Well I think that's if you stay there beyond a year. I was there 9 months. Didn't pay a penny in tax. I after getting my TR just went to Turkcell. They registered me and my phone was free to use.
@@Livingabroadalex Is it still possible to use hotel Wi-Fi in a hotel room on my phone with my own SIM card without registering my phone? Thanks for your replies!
Np. Yes you can do that. You just won't be able to make calls, receive messages or use internet via 4G/5G mobile data when you are not in wifi zones. For me I needed internet because I was out and about often and needed directions or something. But if you don't think you'll be in areas without wifi too often then i wouldn't worry too much about it. Ir if you have an old phone bring that too and toss a Turkish sim card in there after 3 months and you'll be good for 6 months using 2 phones. Or just buy a cheap burner phone from Turkey has already paid the taxes 😊
Hi again :) At the end of the application, it doesn't let me choose from a list of offices to go to. The end screen just shows a few offices and nothing can be clicked. Do I wait for an e-mail to tell me? After the application is done online, do I just wait for them to give me an appointment?
Yes you will be given the exact address visa email or SMS text or both. With a date address and appointment time. But you can go earlier than the time in your date if you like. It's not really an interview. You simply hand over the hard copy of your application with the required documents and wait to receive your TR card.
@@Livingabroadalex Thank you! :) The English version of the Ikamet hung suddenly (technical error) and I had to go back and resume with the Turkish language version which was hard and time consuming. I wondered why yours was perfect!
You're welcome! Haha not sure. But the website sucks. If it helps, try using the Turkish version and use Google translate from your phone to scan over the Turkish language with the camera function, so it gets translated to English. Then you can just fill the information that way. It's a pain, but I think it might make the process smoother.
do you buy car or House since u living in turkey? lets say if u buying house..can you get bank loan there?
Absolutely not. Buying a car in Turkey is a complete waste of money in my opinion. It is 3 or 4 times the cost of cars in Canada. You might as well buy a house 😂
Yes you can get a loan.
Hi Alex, thank you for the great video! However, towards the end you said that there are instructions for people staying on AirBnB and if possible, I would very much be interested in that. Is there some document explaining what to do? Do I book 1 year in advance and then is the pdf enough for the residency? Do I need a letter from the owner or something? Thank you very much!
Thank you. According to the application page itself it says "if you're staying in a rental home: a rental copy of your agreement : notarized"
Or "if you're staying in a hotel a proof of your stay"
Thats the exact words from the application. However it doesn't clearly state what they require so if I was you I would speak with the airbnb owner and ask him to provide you a letter that says that you are renting the home for a year or an actual lease agreement for one year and then have that notarized or basically rent the home with "flexible cancellation" through airbnb then cancel the airbnb for free after you apply for your TR.
@@Livingabroadalex Thank you very much. I thought it was something specific to Airbnb. If the owner was to provide the notarized letter, probably it would be easier to just make a cheaper rental contract. I was thinking that if I cancel the airbnb later, I would be breaking the law because we notarized the contract for 1 year and also, if I am supposed to stay in that address. But thank you again, it gave me the idea. I would not cancel but maybe I can get a letter from some airbnb. Thanks for the tips! And btw... I suggest you visit Portugal. A few days in Porto, Lisbon and Madeira island (digital nomads island). Cheers!
Yah I agree! Good luck with all that 😊 Don't over think it. You'll be fine. I've been to Portugal 3 times and love it there 💙
Hi, Paul. Going throug the same exact thing. I am renting out an Airbnb for 3 months according to my visa duration and I'm trying to apply for a 1 year TR visa but I' not sure how to get a 12 month lease from my Airbnb
On the application page it tells you exactly what is needed for Airbnb
Hi Alex, I had one small question Alex. might seem a bit strange, but do they let you bring tablet and phone with you there? I was thinking maybe I can show them my bank account info using my phone if needed.
Like I've said before I didn't have to present evidence of my income. But I don't see the issue with it if there's no clear indication of how to present your income to them. Worst case they tell you to print out something. But I don't see the harm in trying. That is if they even ask for it.
@@Livingabroadalex Thanks, I hope there will be no problem, but was there any prohibition regarding taking your mobile with you like other embassies?
No not at all. It's not really an embassy just a government office. You simply drop off everything.
Hey Alex! thanks for the video it was SUPER helpful and informative, But I am a little confused.. where do we need to submit the passport copy and (optionally proof of funds) and the notarized lease and insurance copy etc?? Is it an actual office? or is it just scans onto the e-ikamet website?
Just moved here from Lebanon!
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Thank you so much for your kind words, and support 🥳. I'm happy to be helping. Once you submit your online application and then they will send you an address to hand in your paperwork in person. So you will actually go into the government office to submit these documents. You simply go up to the front desk, they collect it and put a sticker on the back of your passport to aknowledge your submission of the application.
@@Livingabroadalex thank you for the quick response! currently looking for the best insurance options! wish me Luck!
Np. They're all the same essentially. It's just bare minimum coverage for the purpose of application. Good luck. You got this 👍🏽
@@Livingabroadalex Do you recommend any? Also is there an agency you trust that can do all this work
Sorry I don't know
hi, how nuch do i need show in my bank account for tourist resident /thank you.
It doesn't specify on the application. And they didn't ask me when I went there to submit everything. However they suggest that you be ready in case they ask to see it. I assume around 500 USD per month. But that number is just speculation 😅
thank you Alex,what is the procedure for 2 years tlc?
It is the exact same procedure . Simply check the box that says two years, insteadof one 😊
Which city is fast to get trc now
Hi Alex, just to ask. Does GOC idaresi send the appointment date to email or how do i know my date?
You choose how you want to be notified txt or email. I said email and I got a text and an email
@@Livingabroadalex i chose email just as you did, so should i expect the appointment email as no text has been sent to my phone yet
Yes 😊
@@Livingabroadalex Thank you so much and God bless
Happy to help. Good luck 🤞
I have a question, does it occur that I do everything you stated but they still reject the application? I heard that it happens.
Yea sometimes
If you a weak passport, they might reject you
How i can down load ?
TÜRKİYE CUMHURİYETİ
REPUBLIC OF TURKEY
- Valiliği Governorate
İKAMET İZNİ MÜRACAAT BELGESİ
RESIDENCE PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
Website is not loading for me?
Sorry bro this was a year ago. Not sure if they've updated their process or system etc.
@@Livingabroadalex yeah when I tried to do it says This site can't be reached???
Send then an email or use Firefox
Everything follow rules
Absolutely 😊