Address registration
Register your home within the legal window
Who is this service for?
- Newcomers who just received their permit
- Anyone moving to a new home in Türkiye
Core requirements
- Residence card or YKN
- Certified rental contract or deed
- Passport
- Supporting bills if requested
The registry may request extra supporting documents case by case
What the service includes
- The exact documents for your housing case
- Certified rental contract, deed or hosting proof
- Accompaniment at the civil registry or online filing
- Verifying the address appears in your record
- Guidance on updating other institutions
The legal rule
Under Article 50 of the Population Services Law No. 5490, address changes must be notified within 20 business days — at district civil registry offices or online via e-Devlet. Late or false notifications carry fines under Article 68.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the deadline?
- 20 business days from moving (Law 5490, Art. 50).
- Can I do it online?
- Yes, via e-Devlet's address-change service with an active account.
Official sources
Information is summarised from official sources and may change — final decisions rest with the competent Turkish authorities, and details may differ by nationality, province and case.
Ready to start your file?
Start with a clear first consultation with the MAQAM team