Turkey is home to many foreigners from all over the world and family reunification residence permit offers these foreigners the opportunity to live and work in Turkey. We provide a detailed guide for those who wish to obtain a family reunification residence permit in Turkey. Here is an informative article explaining this process step by step:

1. Who can apply for a family reunification residence permit?

In order to apply for a family reunification residence permit, you must have a family member (Turkish citizen or residence permit holder) legally residing in Turkey. You can find more information on who can apply below:

– Foreigners who have a spouse who is a Turkish citizen or a residence permit holder in Turkey,

– Foreigners who have children who are Turkish citizens or hold a residence permit in Turkey,

– Foreigners who have a mother or father who are Turkish citizens or hold a residence permit in Turkey.

2. Preparing the Required Documents:

It is important that you prepare the necessary documents for your application process completely and accurately. These documents may include the following:

– Application form

– Passport and biometric photographs

– Population registration sample

– Marriage or birth certificate

– Proof of health insurance

– Documents showing your income status

– Criminal record

– Letter of Undertaking (by the person granted family reunification authorisation)

– Tuition fee receipt

3. Online Application and Appointment:

You can apply online through the official website of the Migration Management. After completing your application, you will need to make an appointment. You will submit your documents on the appointment day.

4. Application and Processing Process:

On the appointment day, you must go to the relevant Directorate of Migration Management and submit your documents. It may take some time for your application to be reviewed and approved. The processing time may vary depending on the intensity of the application.

5. Residence Permit and Extension:

Once the family reunification residence permit is issued, you have the right to live and work legally in Turkey. The residence permit is issued for a certain period of time and you may need to apply for an extension when this period expires.

Obtaining a family reunification residence permit in Turkey allows foreigners to have opportunities to live and work in Turkey while maintaining the right to be together with their families. The application process can be complex, so it is important to prepare the necessary documents completely and accurately and seek the assistance of a professional counsellor. Turkey’s rich cultural heritage, beautiful landscapes and warm hospitality offer a fascinating life opportunity for family reunification residence permit holders.