Türkiye’s government announced the introduction of the Digital Nomad Visa in April this year. It is now available for nationals of certain countries.
The new Digital Nomad Visa is intended for certain foreign nationals who are seeking to work remotely from Türkiye for companies located abroad.
Recently, the Turkish authorities have begun accepting residence permit applications from eligible remote workers, thereby providing them with an opportunity to extend their stay in Türkiye.
With the newly-implemented Digital Nomad Visa, remote workers can apply from their home or residing countries to Turkish foreign missions without having to enter the country as a first step, like it was required for the short-term residence permit.
The introduction of a digital nomad visa is a nod to the growing importance of new work patterns – which are anticipated to continue for the foreseeable future – and the evolving needs of employers and employees in this “work from anywhere” world.
The Digital Nomad Visa will provide more flexibility for foreign nationals who are working remotely – or wish to work remotely – in Türkiye.
This new visa option has opened the door for individuals who want to experience life in Türkiye while working remotely in the country.
Turkish Immigration authorities have always allowed foreigners to work remotely for companies abroad with a valid short-term residence permit. However, there was not a specific type of visa or a procedure available that provided a direct way for them.
Türkiye’s government announced the introduction of the Digital Nomad Visa in April this year. It is now available for nationals of certain countries.
The new Digital Nomad Visa is intended for certain foreign nationals who are seeking to work remotely from Türkiye for companies located abroad.
Recently, the Turkish authorities have begun accepting residence permit applications from eligible remote workers, thereby providing them with an opportunity to extend their stay in Türkiye.
1 For information on the eligibility requirements and application process, see the webpage (In English, but also accessible in other languages): “Application requirements for Digital Nomad Identification Certificate” at: https://digitalnomads.goturkiye.com/application-requirements-for-digital-nomad-visa-and-short-term-residence.
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