Student Visa: International students may require a visa to enter Turkey based on their nationality and bilateral agreements. Students from visa-required countries must apply for a student visa at the nearest Turkish Embassy or Consulate with the acceptance and visa letter issued by Toros University. For detailed information on visa procedures by country, please visit the official website of the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Residence Permit: After completing their university registration, international students must apply for a student residence permit within one month of their entry into Turkey. The application process is managed by the Office of Student Affairs at Toros University, in collaboration with the Directorate General of Migration Management.
Documents Required for Residence Permit Application:
1-Declaration/Control Form (to be downloaded, filled out by the student, and submitted with the application)
2-Residence Permit Registration/Application Form (after completing the application on https://e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr/, a printed and wet-signed form must be submitted)
3-Passport or Equivalent Document (Original must be seen)
4-Document indicating student status
5- Biometric Photos 4 pieces
6-Valid Health Insurance (GSS or Private Health Insurance covering the duration of the residence permit request)
7-Document showing address details
a-If staying at own residence: copy of title deed (for extension applications, "residence certificate and utility bill" are sufficient)
b-If renting: notarized copy of lease agreement
c-If staying in a hotel or similar accommodation: document confirming the stay
d-If staying in student dormitories: document confirming accommodation
e-If staying with a supporter: notarized commitment letter from the supporter (if supporter is married, notarized commitment from spouse is also required)
8-Receipt of Residence Permit Fee Payment
9-For minors under 18, or for those arriving with visa exemption or a different type of visa, documents including parental/guardian information such as birth certificate, family certificate, and consent letter from parent/guardian/legal representative (for those arriving with a study visa, no consent letter and parental/guardian information will be required).
Ensure all documents submitted for residence permit applications are in Turkish. Non-Turkish documents must be accompanied by their originals and sworn translations.
This summary provides an overview of the procedures. For specific requirements and updates, please refer to the official sources mentioned and consult with the Office of Student Affairs at Toros Universit
Last updated: 26 October 2026