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Turkey Residence Permit 2026: Types, Fees, Rules & What Changed
Residence & Visas

Turkey Residence Permit 2026: Types, Fees, Rules & What Changed

The complete 2026 guide to living in Turkey legally — permit types, the new stricter rules, real fees, and how to apply via e-ikamet.

10 min readJune 19, 2026
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Universities in Turkey 2026: Rankings, Fees, Admission
Residence & Visas
6 min readOct 3, 2026

Universities in Turkey 2026: Rankings, Fees, Admission

Universities in Turkey by official figures: 128 state and 75 foundation universities, QS 2027 ranks, tuition under Decision 11625, and scholarships.

Sara Murat
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Best Restaurants in Istanbul: MICHELIN, Prices 2026
Travel & Tourism
6 min readOct 3, 2026

Best Restaurants in Istanbul: MICHELIN, Prices 2026

Istanbul restaurants from official sources: the 2026 MICHELIN selection, municipal menu prices, famous dishes, and the 2026 ban on service charges.

Sara Murat
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Bodrum Turkey: Distances, Castle Fees and Guide 2026
Travel & Tourism
6 min readOct 3, 2026

Bodrum Turkey: Distances, Castle Fees and Guide 2026

Bodrum, Turkey from official sources: 804 km from Istanbul, Milas-Bodrum Airport, the castle museum at €20, and Bodrum against Marmaris and Antalya.

Sara Murat
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Cappadocia Turkey: Distances, Fees and Balloons 2026
Travel & Tourism
7 min readOct 3, 2026

Cappadocia Turkey: Distances, Fees and Balloons 2026

Cappadocia, Turkey from official sources: 724 km from Istanbul, Göreme entry €20, balloon rides €150–300, airports compared and the best months to go.

Sara Murat
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Driving Licence Exchange Turkey 2026: The Six-Month Rule
Residence & Visas
5 min readSep 23, 2026

Driving Licence Exchange Turkey 2026: The Six-Month Rule

Driving licence exchange turkey rules: six months for foreigners and two years for citizens from the date of entry, plus documents and fees.

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Where to Live in Istanbul 2026: Neighbourhoods for Expats
Real Estate Investment
5 min readSep 23, 2026

Where to Live in Istanbul 2026: Neighbourhoods for Expats

Where to live in Istanbul comes down to two questions: which neighbourhood suits you, and which one will register your residence address at all.

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Property Tax in Turkey 2026: Rates, Dates and Exemptions
Real Estate Investment
5 min readSep 23, 2026

Property Tax in Turkey 2026: Rates, Dates and Exemptions

Property tax in Turkey from Law 1319: the annual rates, the metropolitan doubling, the two instalments and compulsory earthquake cover.

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Company Formation in Turkey for Foreigners 2026 Guide
Residence & Visas
5 min readSep 23, 2026

Company Formation in Turkey for Foreigners 2026 Guide

Company formation in turkey for foreigners: minimum capital after the 2024 decision, the MERSIS steps and the 2026 corporate tax rates.

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Medical Visa Turkey 2026: Rules, Documents and Permits
Medical Tourism
6 min readSep 23, 2026

Medical Visa Turkey 2026: Rules, Documents and Permits

The medical visa turkey guide from official sources: who is already exempt, why the e-Visa will not cover treatment, and the treatment permit.

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