Visa

All international degree-seeking and exchange students must obtain a Student Visa to register at ASBU. This requirement does not apply to Turkish citizens or legal dependents of diplomatic personnel or permit holders in Türkiye.

Student visas cannot be obtained within Türkiye. Once you receive your acceptance letter from ASBU, please visit the nearest Turkish Consulate. You will need to submit a copy of your Letter of Acceptance and a completed visa application form, which can be obtained from the consulate. An application fee may apply. The processing time for a student visa varies by country and can take up to six weeks.

For more information, please refer to the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Residence Permit

  Required Documents:

• Fill out the Declaration/Control Document and submit it to the Registrar’s Office. (It can be obtained from the Registrar’s Office website.)
• Complete the Online Application Form. You can obtain the form by visiting https://e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr/
• Provide your original passport and a copy of it
• 4 biometric photos
• Obtain a Student Certificate from your Institute/Faculty
• Provide a document showing your address details
• Submit the receipt for the Residence Permit card fee
• The national electronic notification system address from PTT is necessary for students who are applying for an extension only
• A document with parent or guardian information (such as a birth certificate or family certificate) and a consent letter from the parent, guardian, or legal representative is required for students who are under 18. (These documents are not requested from those who come with a student visa from our foreign representations.)
• Ensure you have Health Insurance( it covers the duration of the residence permit, meeting the minimum policy requirements stated below)

**Non-Contracted Institutions: Non-contracted institutions refer to hospitals, physician offices, and other healthcare facilities that do not maintain an agreement with the insurer.

The insurance policy must include the following statement: "This policy covers the minimum coverage stipulated in Circular No. 9, dated 06/06/2014, about private health insurance required for residence permit applications." Applicants must present the original insurance policy, duly signed and stamped or sealed, during the application process.

a. Erasmus+ Students: It is strongly advised that Erasmus students acquire valid health insurance in Türkiye that conforms to the minimum policy specifications. Assistance can be obtained from ASBU buddies in securing valid insurance. Should students choose to obtain insurance before their arrival, they must ensure that the policy explicitly states compliance with the minimum requirements outlined above, including the specified coverage limits. In the absence of clearly stated coverage, the acquisition of new health insurance in Türkiye may be necessary.

b. Other Exchange Students: For other exchange students, obtaining health insurance in Türkiye post-arrival is compulsory. The insurance must fulfil the minimum requirements delineated below. 

Remark: The Turkish Social Security Institution has established bilateral social security agreements with various countries. These agreements entitle insured individuals and their family members to healthcare benefits while residing in the territory of the other contracting party. As a result, nationals of these countries may access Turkish health services. For residence permit applications, they are required to submit an “E-signed/signed and stamped document” obtained from the Provincial Social Security units, which verifies that the foreign individual is receiving health services in Türkiye under the provisions of the bilateral social security agreements.

 Below is a list of countries with which Türkiye has established a Bilateral Social Security Agreement:

Important Issues

• Accuracy of Information: It is essential to provide accurate and complete information in all application materials.
• Follow Procedural Requirements: Adhering to procedural requirements is crucial. Failure to do so may lead to legal consequences.
• Changes in Personal Information: Any changes to your name, surname, marital status, address, or passport must be reported to the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management within 20 business days, along with the required documentation.    
• During the Residence Permit Duration:
  • If students change faculties or departments within the same university, or transfer to another university within the same city, they must inform the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management within 20 business days to update their records, provided their student status remains uninterrupted.
  • If students transfer to a university in another city, they must apply for a new residence permit within 10 days at the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management in the city where the new university is located.
• For Students Under 18: A guarantor (either a Turkish citizen or a foreigner residing in Türkiye) must be appointed, along with a letter of parental consent.
• Alterations or Loss of Residence Permit: The residence permit must not contain any erasures or alterations. If the permit is lost, the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management must be notified immediately.
• Student Status Monitoring: The Turkish authorities maintain a list of students along with their statuses (registered, not registered, on leave, disciplinary action, or Erasmus/Exchange) each semester. Any change in registration status (e.g., graduation, withdrawal, leave) must be reported within a week. It is crucial to comply with the relevant residence procedures and inform the Directorate of Migration Management of any changes. The residence permit does not extend eligibility to parents or any relatives of the student.
• Departing from Türkiye: Students must leave Türkiye within 10 days following the conclusion of their stay or upon graduation. If students wish to remain in Türkiye for activities such as a graduation ceremony or graduate applications while not currently enrolled, they must apply for a short-term residence permit before the expiration of their existing permit.
• For Students Unable to Graduate Within the Regular Program Duration: A residence permit may be issued for a maximum of one year at a time. Students must submit a student certificate confirming their active enrollment and entitlement to student privileges.
• Work Permit: Students wishing to engage in employment must obtain a work permit. For undergraduate students, the right to work begins after the completion of the first year of study and is limited to a maximum of 24 hours per week. To apply for a work permit, students must contact the Ministry of Labour and Social Security.