Turkey Work Permit

Culturally and linguistically close for Arab applicants, with a broad industrial and tourism market — though the permit is tied to a foreign-worker quota.

Work permits are issued by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security and are filed by the employer, not the worker. The governing rule is the five-to-one ratio: the company must employ five Turkish nationals for every foreigner, and this is the primary reason applications are refused — not the applicant's qualifications.

We verify the company meets this ratio and its paid-up capital before starting your file, because applying with a non-compliant company means near-certain refusal and lost fees. Some sectors such as education and healthcare carry additional conditions, which we explain case by case.

Most in-demand sectors

Textiles and ready-made garments
Tourism and hotels
Construction
Trade and logistics services

Expected timeline One to three months if the company meets the ratio, and considerably longer if it does not.

Core requirements A valid passport, legalised and translated certificates, an employment contract, and a company meeting the Turkish-employment ratio.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you provide official work contracts in Europe?

Yes. We arrange official employment contracts approved by the relevant authorities in the destination country, along with the full work-permit and legal-residency process.

How long does the work-permit process take?

It varies by country and job type, most commonly between two and six months. We share the expected timeline for each country before you begin.

What documents are required to apply?

Typically a valid passport, personal photos, and any qualifications or experience relevant to the role. We send you a precise document checklist based on your case.

Are the fees paid fully upfront?

No. We use staged payments tied to clear milestones, and we explain every fee before you commit — no surprises.

Can I bring my family after securing the job?

In many European countries family reunification is possible once your job and residency are established. We advise on this per destination country.