Main guide
Why some addresses qualify for a residence permit and others do not
Three separate checks before you pay: the basis for the permit, address registration and the status of the mahalle.
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Residence permit and address
Topic dossier
Explainers, checks and practical scenarios
Published and reviewed material for this section.
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The notarised lease and what it is for
Who asks for a notarised rental contract, what the notary checks and which documents the population registry (NVİ) wants for address registration.
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What to check about an address before you apply
A short order of checks: the building, the mahalle, the contract and the confirmations before you submit your documents.
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Why ‘rent a flat, get a residence permit’ no longer works
Why a lease and money in the bank do not replace a legal basis for a residence permit, and where that basis is written down.
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Insurance for a residence permit: which one, who is exempt and what comes next
Policy requirements for the application, age exemptions, the move to SGK and the mistakes that get applications sent back.
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Renewing a residence permit: what to prepare before the card expires
How to check the renewal procedure for your card, plan the preparation and gather details on your address, insurance and any change in personal data.
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