How to extend a tourist residence permit in Turkey?
A tourist residence permit in Turkey can be extended for up to 1 year if the foreigner did not leave the country during the validity period of the previous residence permit. To extend a residence permit, you must submit an application to the Turkish Migration Service no later than 15 days before the expiration of the current residence permit.
To renew a residence permit, you must provide the following documents:
Completed application form for renewal of residence permit;
Valid passport;
Valid residence permit;
A copy of the Turkish visa on which the residence permit was obtained;
A copy of the rental agreement or a bank statement confirming the availability of funds for living in Turkey;
Medical insurance covering the costs of treatment in Turkey;
2 photographs measuring 35x45 mm;
A document confirming the availability of sufficient funds to live in Turkey (for example, a bank statement, a certificate from work, a certificate of ownership of real estate).
For the renewal of a residence permit, a fee of 160 Turkish lira is charged.
The procedure for extending a residence permit takes about 1 month.
Here are detailed instructions for extending a tourist residence permit in Turkey:
Fill out the form for renewal of residence permit. The application form can be downloaded from the official website of the Turkish Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Prepare the necessary documents.
Make an appointment with the migration service.
Bring all necessary documents to the migration service.
Pay the fee for extending the residence permit.
Get a new residence permit.
Here are some tips for extending a tourist residence permit in Turkey:
An application for renewal of a residence permit must be submitted no later than 15 days before the expiration of the current residence permit.
Make sure you have all the necessary documents.
Be prepared for the fact that the procedure for extending a residence permit may take about 1 month.