First-time residence application
From assessment to the migration appointment — one plan
Who is this service for?
- Newcomers on a visa or visa exemption
- Anyone planning the move and preparing early
Core requirements
- Valid passport
- Biometric photos
- Health insurance
- Proof of address
Directorates request extra documents depending on the permit type
What the service includes
- Assessment and the right permit type
- e-ikamet form and appointment booking
- A document list tailored to your province and case
- Pre-appointment file review
- Follow-up after submission until the decision
How the first application works
The first application is filed online via e-ikamet within your visa or visa-exemption period, then completed at your provincial migration directorate appointment with the full document file and official fee receipts.
Frequently asked questions
- When must I apply?
- Within your legal stay period (visa or exemption) — and early enough to prepare the file.
- Do you guarantee approval?
- No — the decision belongs solely to the migration authority; we make sure your file arrives complete and correct.
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