Turkey Digital Nomad Visa
Turkey's Digital Nomad Visa lets remote workers aged 21-55 from 36 eligible countries, earning at least $3,000/month, live in Turkey, starting with an online identification certificate and then a visa or one-year residence permit.
Open to citizens of 36 countries (the EU/EEA, UK, Switzerland, US, Canada and a few others) who hold a university degree, a barrier most nomad visas don't have. You apply online for a Digital Nomad Identification Certificate, then turn it into a visa at a consulate or a residence permit inside Turkey. There's no nomad tax break, and some popular Istanbul and Antalya districts are closed to new residence permits. [Source: Republic of Türkiye (Go Türkiye Digital Nomads) ↗]
Updated: Online applications opened September 2024; income holds at $3,000/month, and some Istanbul/Antalya districts are now closed to new residence permits.
Key requirements
- Be aged 21-55 and a citizen of one of 36 eligible countries
- Hold a university degree (a notable extra barrier)
- Income ≥$3,000/month from an employer or clients outside Turkey
- Get the Digital Nomad Identification Certificate online, then a visa or residence permit
Before you apply
Turkey requires private health insurance for the application. A nomad policy (like SafetyWing or Genki) meets the requirement and covers you abroad.
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How much income do you need for the Turkey digital nomad visa?
You need about $3,000/month ($36,000/year), shown from income earned outside Turkey.
Who can apply for the Turkey nomad visa?
Citizens of 36 listed countries (EU/EEA, UK, Switzerland, US, Canada and others), aged 21-55. It's for people working remotely (employed, freelance) for clients or employers outside Turkey. It does not cover family reunification.
How long is the Turkey nomad visa valid?
It's granted for 12 months, renewable up to 2 years total. Processing typically takes ~2–4 weeks (certificate, then visa or permit).
Do you pay tax in Turkey as a digital nomad?
Staying 183+ days in a year makes you a Turkish tax resident on worldwide income; the visa carries no special tax break.
Do you need health insurance for the Turkey nomad visa?
Yes. Turkey requires private health insurance covering your stay. Nomad policies like SafetyWing or Genki are built for this.
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Visa rules and income thresholds change and can vary by consulate. Confirm the current requirements with Republic of Türkiye (Go Türkiye Digital Nomads) before applying. This page is general information, not legal advice.