Turkey•AsiaFamily Residence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-21 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 3 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for spouses, children, and dependents of Turkish citizens or legal residents. Valid up to 3 years.
Family residence permit for spouses, children, and dependents of Turkish citizens or legal residents. Sponsor must meet income and housing requirements.
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Requirements
Personal
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for permit duration
Proof of relationship
Marriage certificate, birth certificate, or family documentation
Completed application form
E-ikamet family residence permit form
Passport photos
4 recent photos (4x5cm)
Sponsor Documents
Turkish citizen/resident ID
Copy of sponsor's ID or residence permit
Proof of income
Monthly income at least one-third minimum wage per family member
Health insurance
Coverage for all family members
Proof of accommodation
Suitable housing documentation
Criminal record clearance
Proof no convictions related to family order
Address registration
Proof of registration in address system
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Advantages
- Covers spouses and children
- Longest initial validity (3 years)
- Renewable indefinitely
- Pathway to long-term residency
- Family reunification support
Considerations
- Dependent on sponsor
- Sponsor income requirements
- Must meet housing standards
- Sponsor must have been in Turkey 1+ year
- Family member restrictions (must be spouse/child/dependent)
Application Process
Turkish sponsor prepares documents
Turkish citizen or resident gathers proof of relationship and income
Family member registers online
Applicant creates account on e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr
Complete family residence permit application
Fill out family permit application form
Gather relationship documents
Prepare marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.
Schedule appointment
Book appointment at migration office
Attend appointment
Submit documents and biometric data with sponsor
Receive residence permit
Get family residence permit ID card
Application Forms
Family Residence Permit Application
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