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WorkPermitTurkey

Independent work permit consultancy

A clear path through the Turkish work permit process

First application, extension or applying from abroad: we listen to your situation, explain which steps you need and help you get your application ready to submit to the Ministry, complete and on time.

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Every day 09:00–19:00 · Türkiye time

WorkPermitTurkeyEvery day 09:00–19:00 · Türkiye time

Hello! What can we help you with regarding your work permit?

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Hello, I'm contacting you via workpermitturkey.com. I'd like advice about a work permit in Türkiye. Here is a short summary of my situation:

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Which situation are you in?

Start with the page that fits you; each covers the official rules, what you need and common questions.

Plain talk

What we do — and what we don't

Trust starts with being clear about what you offer. Here are the limits of our service, up front.

What we do

  • Work out the right route and permit type for your situation
  • Check before you apply whether the employer meets the criteria
  • Prepare a document list for you and your employer and review the documents
  • Support you in preparing a complete e-İzin application and follow the process
  • Plan the fees, entry, social security and extension timeline after approval

What we don't do

  • We don't find jobs or recruit staff
  • We don't guarantee approval; the Ministry decides
  • We don't provide legal representation or litigation
  • We don't act on behalf of any government authority

Process

From your first message to your first working day

  1. 1

    First conversation

    We listen to your situation by phone or WhatsApp.

  2. 2

    Assessment

    We tell you the route, criteria and risks plainly.

  3. 3

    Documents

    We gather the documents with a list made for you.

  4. 4

    Application

    We prepare the e-İzin application and follow up.

  5. 5

    After approval

    Fees, entry, social security and extension dates.

See the process in detail
From abroadFrom Türkiye
1Initial assessmentRoute, permit type, criteria2DocumentsList and review3e-İzin applicationSigned by your employer4Ministry decision30 days if completeStart workingSocial security, notifications

Extension · last 60 days

The main steps of the work permit process: From abroad / From Türkiye → Initial assessment → Documents → e-İzin application → Ministry decision → Start working. Extension · last 60 days.

Two application routes

Whether you hold a valid Turkish residence permit determines where the process starts.

If you're outside Türkiye

  1. 1Apply in person at a Turkish embassy or consulate
  2. 2Your employer applies in e-İzin with your 16-digit reference number
  3. 3After approval: visa and entry into Türkiye within 6 months
  4. 4Address registration within 20 days of entry
Applying from abroad

If you're in Türkiye

  1. 1You need a valid residence permit of at least 6 months
  2. 2Your employer applies directly in e-İzin
  3. 3A residence permit alone doesn't allow you to work
  4. 4Since 3 Aug 2026, employer criteria are relaxed for some applicants
Applying from within Türkiye

Regulatory update

New exemptions in the assessment criteria

For in-country applications on behalf of foreigners who have legally stayed in Türkiye for at least one year in the last three years, the employment and financial criteria no longer apply for up to three people per workplace. Manufacturing, poultry farming and recycling also gained new flexibility until 31 Dec 2027.

See the employer criteria

Wherever you are

  • Every province in TürkiyeThe process is electronic, so your city doesn't matter.
  • From abroad, tooRemote support from the consulate stage onwards.
  • Daily 09:00–19:00Including weekends, Türkiye time.

Common questions

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Are you a government office?

No. We are an independent consultancy and have no connection with the Ministry of Labour and Social Security or any other authority. The Ministry decides on work permits.

Can you find me a job?

No. We don't provide job placement or recruitment. Once you have a job offer from an employer in Türkiye, we support you through the work permit process.

How long does it take?

The Ministry assesses complete applications within 30 days. Preparing documents, consulate appointments and requests for additional documents can extend the overall timeline.

When should I apply for an extension?

In the window that opens 60 days before your permit expires, and before it expires. An application after expiry doesn't count as an extension. Extension guide

What do you charge?

Our fee depends on the type of application and the work we take on; after the first conversation we confirm the scope and fee in writing. Official fees are separate. 2026 official fees

Tell us about your situation in a few lines

Message us on WhatsApp or call. Together we'll clarify which route fits you and what the next steps are.

Message us on WhatsApp (opens in a new tab)Call us, +90 541 908 16 77

Every day 09:00–19:00 · Türkiye time

We are an independent consultancy, not a government office. Work permit decisions are made by the Turkish Ministry of Labour and Social Security.