Turquoise Card is a revolution that provides indefinite work and residence permits to foreign scientists, athletes, artists, foreigners who buy a house in Turkey or make different investments, as well as the right to transition to Turkish citizenship, and also grants an indefinite residence permit to the foreigner’s spouse and dependent children. It is a new application.
Turkuaz Card provides certain rights to its owner and their relatives. In addition to rights, Turquoise Card holders must fulfill certain obligations. The most basic right that a Turquoise card holder can benefit from is to obtain an indefinite work permit. Along with the work permit, he/she will also be entitled to a residence permit. Relatives of the Turquoise Card holder are only entitled to an indefinite residence permit.
Provided that there is no situation that would pose an obstacle to the relevant foreign public order and national security, it is possible for Turquoise Card holders to acquire Turkish citizenship exceptionally if other conditions are met. To summarize in general terms, Turquoise Card holders are subject to the same legislation and provisions as Turkish citizens. However, foreigners are still deprived of several rights. Turquoise Card holders cannot work as public servants. Foreigners who are not obliged to do military service cannot perform some professions regulated by special laws. The right to vote and be elected is also excluded from the scope.
Foreigners who can be issued a Turquoise Card are regulated in Article 5 of the Turquoise Card Regulation. In accordance with the article in question, turquoise card;
Considered as highly qualified workforce in terms of their education level, wage, professional knowledge and experience, contribution to science and technology and similar qualities.
It is considered as a highly qualified investor in terms of its investment or export level, the size of the employment it will provide, its contribution to scientific and technological development and similar characteristics.
Scientist or researcher who contributes to scientific and technological development or conducts studies and research that are considered strategic for the country’s interests at the international level in the fields of science, industry and technology.
Successful at international level in terms of cultural, artistic or sports activities
It can be awarded to foreigners who contribute to the international recognition or promotion of Turkey or Turkish culture and who operate at the international level in matters related to Turkey’s national interests.
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