TR TR-STUDENT Non-immigrant Single entry (typical)

STUDENT VISA

Visa for international students enrolled in Turkish educational institutions

The result is informational and does not guarantee approval.

Last updated: 2026-04-09

Description

The Turkish Student Visa is required for foreign nationals who wish to study in Turkey for programs longer than 90 days. Applicants must have an acceptance letter from a recognized Turkish educational institution.

After arrival, students must apply for a student residence permit within 30 days. The permit is renewable for the duration of the study program.

Key rules (typical)

Maximum stay
Duration of study program
Validity
Duration of study program plus grace period
Entries
Single entry (typical)
Interview
Not required (typical)

Work
Not allowed
Employment and salary rules depend on the program.
Study
Allowed
Formal study may require a dedicated study program.
Petition
Not required (typical)
Some programs require prior approval from authorities.
Sponsor
Required
A sponsor is usually an employer, school, or family member.
Multiple entries
No
Final entry count can depend on the issued visa sticker.
Active
Active
If not active, it may be hidden from public lists.

Quick facts

Country
Turkey
Program code
TR-STUDENT
Kind
Non-immigrant
Work
Not allowed
Study
Allowed
Interview
Not required
Tip
How to use this page
Use the estimate to see readiness factors for your specific profile. The same visa program can be easy for one person and difficult for another.