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A Student Visa is a permit required to avail of the educational facilities in Turkey. It allows you to settle temporarily by applying for a residence permit. It can be granted to people who want to enrol in a university or do an internship in the country.
Working in Turkey while on a Turkish Student Visa is prohibited. If you want to work, you need to acquire a Work Permit for students from the Turkish government. Unlike in other countries, it is very difficult to find a part-time job in Turkey.
If you're from the Northern Republic of Cyprus or a student there, you don't need a visa to study in Turkey.
Similarly, the following groups are exempt from the Turkish Student Visa requirement:
Regardless of whether you're applying for a course, in a university or an internship, you will need evidence such as a letter of acceptance or equivalent to apply.
Documents required for this visa are:
The options given in the online form when you apply are:
You will have to choose one of these which suits you.
When to Apply
It is recommended that you apply for your visa at least one month and no more than two months before your trip.
Visa Processing Time
The visa takes about 15 working days to be processed. However, depending on circumstances, this period may be longer or shorter.
Duration
The resident permit validity is for one year. Also, you will be able to apply for an extension up to 60 days before it expires.
Fees
The visa fee varies depending on what kind of visa you opt for and the country from which you're applying. The visa fees are non-refundable.
You can apply for an extension six weeks before the expiration of your ikamet (residence permit) if you require so and have valid reasons. However, you cannot extend your visa online. It is essential to not overstay your visa in extending your visa.
Study
You can study with this visa at a Turkish educational institution or university.
Resident
Foreigners' residence permits will be revoked if they have spent more than 120 days outside Turkey in the previous year.
Extension
You can get an extension if your reasons are valid.
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