The required documents for students who will apply for a student residence permit for the first time and/or for those who will apply for an extension due to the expiration of their current student residence permit are listed below:

(Students are responsible for completing their residence permit application via https://e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr/ before their legal stay period expires and submitting the required documents to the International Office of the university within a maximum of 20 days after creating the application form.)

1) Application form: Must be signed with wet signature. Must include fingerprint criminal number starting with GI or LS.

NOTE I: Application files that do not include a fingerprint number on the application form will not be accepted. Students whose application forms do not contain a fingerprint number are required to obtain one by visiting the nearest Provincial Directorate of Migration Management before submitting their application files.

NOTE II: Within the first 20 days from the date indicated on the application form, the application form and all required documents must be submitted to our office located at Vadi Istanbul D Campus (Hamidiye Mah. Selçuklu Caddesi No: 10, D Block, Kağıthane/Istanbul). Otherwise, the application will be cancelled due to delay, and a new application will be required.

*If the student is under the age of 18 (visa exemption/different purpose): Birth certificate/family certificate, letter of consent to the 3rd person, and the commitment of the 3rd person are required. Student visa holders do not need a letter of consent.

2) Copy of passport or equivalent document: The original must be kept ready during submission.

3) Copy of the passport page showing the latest entry stamp to Turkey.

4) Copy of residence permit card (front and back): Required only for extension applications.

5) Current student certificate.

6) Current transcript: Required only for 2nd year and above students.

7) Four biometric photographs.

8) Valid health insurance: One of the following must be provided:

  • General Health Insurance (SGK) certificate or application document.
  • Private health insurance policy covering the residence permit period.

9) Document showing the address of residence:

  • Own property: Photocopy of deed, numbering certificate, and e-Government Residence Certificate.
  • Rental: Notarized rental agreement (must be "Arrangement" form).
  • Dormitory: Proof of stay (if no QR code, include signatory circular).
  • Hotel/Accommodation: Proof of stay and payment receipt.
  • Staying with someone: Notary approved commitment (plus spouse's commitment if married) and their address/invoice documents.

10) Receipt showing that the residence permit fee has been paid.

11) National Electronic Notification System (UETS) document: Required for extensions or applications within 90 days of expiry. 
*Minors must use their parent/guardian's UETS document.

12) Submission Certificate: Once submitted to Migration Management, this document will be issued. Students must collect it from the International Relations Office.