Turkey Work Visa for Indians: A Comprehensive Guide

These are the Turkey work visa requirements for Indian citizens; you need the following relevant documents:

Manually filled visa application form in blue or black pen in capital letters with 1 photograph affixed to it, signed by the applicant.

The original passport should be issued under 10 years with a minimum validity of 1 year for Indian nationals or 2 years for Nepalese nationals beyond the intended duration of stay in Turkish territory and with at least two full blank pages.

Two biometric photos with a white background that were taken within the last 6 months, depicting the full face, including ears and all hair, clearly and completely visible without shadow, in 2.5inch x 2.5inch size.

Employment Agreement from Turkey Company (English + Turkish) The workplace address should be mentioned in the agreement.

An original Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is a mandatory document

If the Agent is making the application on behalf of the applicant, a letter of attorney from every applicant, in original

Copies of the first and last pages of the passport

Trade Registry Gazette (Ticaret Sicili Gazetesi) of the company in Turkey (Optional)

Invitation letter from the company, from Turkey, specifying the full name and passport number of the applicant (Optional)

Chamber of Commerce Certificate of the Company in Turkey (Optional)

Signature circulars of the company (notarized) in Turkey (Optional)

 Original relieving letter from present company on company letterhead. The letter should clearly describe the employee’s details, enclosing profession, designation; period of work; the purpose of appointment in Turkey with authorized signatory, name and designation with company seal and contact numbers. (Optional)

Copies of educational certificates (university, diploma)

There are various types of Turkey work permits available for Indians, depending on the type

Temporary Work Permit

According to Turkish labor laws, foreign individuals can apply for a temporary work permit to work in a specific job for a maximum duration of one year.  When your work permit is approved, and you have received a job offer from a real or legal person, public institution, or organization, the permit is issued. The work permit is specific to the job and employer.

If a foreign national wants and gets an extension of their work permit, they may do so for up to two years on the first application and up to three years on the following ones as long as they continue to work for the same employer. They must undergo a fresh evaluation procedure if they want to work for a different firm.

Indefinite Work Permit

Foreigners can apply for an indefinite work visa if they have a long-term residence permit or have been employed legally in Turkey for at least eight years. The foreign person's compliance with the application requirements does not provide them unrestricted rights.

The same privileges as those with a long-term residence permit are available to people with an indefinite work permit. With the exception of certain rules pertaining to social security entitlements, they are entitled to the same rights as Turkish citizens.

Independent Work Permit

Professionals can apply for an independent work permit if they meet the particular requirements specified in other legislation. Education level, professional experience, contributions to science and technology, effects on the national economy and employment, and other criteria established by the Ministry are all taken into consideration when evaluating an applicant for an independent work permit.

You should apply a maximum of 60 days in advance for Turkey work visa applications.

For applicants applying in New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Gurgaon, Kolkata and Kathmandu

The minimum Processing time is 15 working days from the date of submission at the Turkish Embassy.

For Work Permit cases, the minimum processing time is 25 working days.

> If an application is rejected, the applicant cannot reapply for 15 days from the date of refusal.

For applicants applying in Hyderabad

The minimum Processing time is 3 working days from the date of submission at the Turkish Embassy.

For Work Permit cases, the minimum processing time is 25 working days.

If an application is rejected, the applicant cannot reapply for 01 Month from the date of refusal.