1. Introduction: Why the Family Residence Permit Matters For many foreigners who decide to live, work or invest in Turkey, the first priority is not only their own residence status, but also how to bring their family legally and safely. Under Turkish law, this is primarily regulated through the “family residence permit” (aile ikamet izni). […]
In recent years, foreigners in Turkey have seen a sharp increase in residence permit (ikamet) rejections – especially for touristic and short-term permits. Wrong permit type, incomplete documents, late extension, and “insufficient income” are among the most common reasons. If your residence permit has been refused, don’t panic – but do act quickly and strategically. […]