What Is the Turquoise Card (Turkuaz Kart) in Türkiye?

To attract qualified foreign labour, Türkiye has introduced a special scheme: the Turquoise Card (Turkuaz Kart). The card offers an important status in terms of the rights it provides. This article explains the Turquoise Card for information purposes.

🟦 Who Is the Turquoise Card Granted To?

The Turquoise Card (Turkuaz Kart) may be granted to foreigners regarded as qualified on criteria such as education level, professional experience, contribution to science and technology, or contribution to investment and employment in Türkiye. After a fixed transition period, the card may become indefinite. In a sense, it is one of the most comprehensive work permit statuses.

✅ Rights It Provides

A foreigner holding the Turquoise Card may benefit from the rights that an indefinite work permit provides. A related document may also be issued to the cardholder's spouse and dependent children. In this respect the card offers an advantage for both work and family unity. The transition period and conditions of the card are set by legislation.

📋 Application and Assessment

The Turquoise Card application is made to the relevant ministry and is assessed within the framework of the qualification criteria. During the transition period, certain obligations are expected to be fulfilled. In the longer term, the card can also form a stable basis for qualified foreigners considering citizenship. Each application is handled separately.

📌 Related Topics

The topic is connected with the indefinite work permitTR and the long-term residence permit.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions