Most Saudi citizens are interested in coming to Turkey in order to invest in it, as Turkey is a first-class tourist country, and investing in it is considered one of the investments that offer high profit returns for Saudis, also, Saudi citizens are interested in studying in Turkey due to that the Turkish universities offers high quality education with high rankings worldwide, in addition to that the traditions and customs in Turkey are so close to those in the Arab culture.
Can Saudi Citizens Enter the Turkish Lands?
Saudi citizens can enter Turkish lands through its border ports and airports using an electronic visa without the need to be present and provide official documents in the Turkish embassy, this visa has a validity period of 90 days, and in case the Saudi citizen wants to stay for a longer period they can apply for any type of residence permits, but according to the conditions and procedures that are required in Turkey.
What are the Types of Residence Permits in Turkey for Saudis?
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Real estate residence permit for Saudis:
Considered one of the strongest residencies that Saudis can get in Turkey, it is valid for one year and can be renewed and that is after purchasing a property in Turkey.
What are the conditions for the real estate residency for Saudis in Turkey?
1.Purchasing or owning a property in Turkey.
2. Registering the property in the land registry department.
3. Obtaining the ownership statement also known as Tapu in Turkey..
Required documents for Saudis to obtain real estate residency in Turkey:
1. Biometric images.
2. A valid passport.
3. Entrance stamp for Turkey.
4. Title deed document.
5. Health insurance.
6. Document of Earthquake insurance.
Advantages of obtaining real estate residency in Turkey for Saudis:
1. The ability to renew the real estate residency annually and easily.
2. The ability to travel from and to Turkey at any time during the residency period.
3. The real estate residency is grated to the spouse of the Saudi citizen and children under 18.
4. Children gets the right of free education.
5. The ability to get treatment in Turkish government hospitals.
.2Permanent Residence Permit for Saudis in Turkey:
Saudi citizens who are wishing to settle in Turkey for a long period of time can obtain the permanent residency provided they meet the following conditions:
1. Staying in Turkey for 8 uninterrupted years.
2. Not have received any social aid.
3. The Saudi citizen should have a clear criminal record.
4. Having a steady income through working.
5. The Saudi citizen is not a refugee or have a humanitarian residency.
Required documents to obtain the permanent residency for Saudis in Turkey:
1. Biometric images.
2. A valid passport.
3. Residence address statement.
4. Health insurance.
5. Proof that the Saudi citizen did not get any social aid.
6. Proof of a steady income.
And one of the most important advantages of the permanent residency for Saudis in Turkey that its holder is exempted from military service.
.3Tourist Residency for Saudis in Turkey:
Tourist residency is considered the most imported for Saudis in Turkey. Tourist residency can be applied for two months before the end of the period allowed for Saudis after entering Turkish territory. The residency is granted for a period of one year and can be renewed, but under certain conditions.
What are the conditions for Tourist residency for Saudis in Turkey:
1. Entering Turkey with a passport that is stamped at the airport.
2. Reserving an appointment to provide the official documents.
3. Providing the required documents.
4. Providing a bank account with a certain amount that differs from state to another.
Required documents for Tourist residency for Saudis in Turkey:
1. Biometric images.
2. A passport translated and certified by the notary.
3.Residence statement or home rental contract.
4. Payment receipt of the fees and taxes related to the residency.
5. Health insurance.
Advantages of Tourist residency for Saudis in Turkey:
1. Traveling in and out of Turkey at any time.
2. The ability to open a bank account in Turkey.
3. The ability to Real estate ownership in Turkey.
4. Free education for children.
5. The ability to establish a company in Turkey.
6. The ability to obtain a work permit.
4. Work Residency for Saudis in Turkey:
Saudi citizen can extract a work residency in Turkey under certain conditions which are:
1. The applicant should be above 18, above the legal age for work.
2. Working at a single place for a certain amount of time.
3. The applicant should be present in Turkey for at least 6 months.
4. The applicant should get an approval from the Labor and Social Security Ministry in Turkey.
5. The work residency will be granted for one year renewable.
Documents required for work residency in Turkey for Saudis:
1. A passport translated and certified by the notary.
2. Biometric images.
3. A tourist residency valid for 6 months.
4. Submitting an application to obtain the work residency from the Ministry of labor and social security.
5. Providing a work contract signed by the employer and the employee.
Advantages of the work residency in Turkey for Saudis:
1. The Saudi residency holder is entitled to all the rights of the worker under Turkish law.
2. Obtaining health insurance for the residence holder, which includes all members of his family as well.
3. Applying to obtain Turkish citizenship after five years of work permit.
5. Student Residency for Saudis in Turkey:
Saudi university and postgraduate students are entitled to obtain student residency for the entire period of study and until the completion of the academic stage and graduation, however, the student’s residency period must not exceed more than one year and must be renewed until the end of the education period.
Conditions for student residency for Saudis in Turkey:
1. The validity of the visa must be less than 90 days so that the Saudi student in Turkey can carry out the procedures to obtain student residency so that his presence becomes legal in Turkish territory.
2. The student’s residency does not give his family the right to obtain residency in Turkey.
