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Getting Started

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Can foreigners move to Türkiye?

Yes. Entry rights and the right to live in Türkiye long term are different issues. The appropriate legal basis depends on nationality, purpose of stay and personal circumstances.

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What should I arrange before moving to Türkiye?

Plan your legal stay, initial accommodation, core documents, health coverage and settling-in budget. Families should coordinate housing and school decisions together.

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How far in advance should I start planning my move?

Simple moves may need only a few weeks; family, school, work-permit or complex document cases should start earlier.

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Do I need a residence permit to live in Türkiye?

If you will stay beyond the period allowed by your visa/visa exemption and do not hold another qualifying status, an appropriate residence status is generally required.

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Which residence permit is right for me?

It depends on your purpose and circumstances: family, study, property, business, investment and other lawful grounds can lead to different routes.

Can I apply after arriving in Türkiye?

Eligible applications are handled through the official e-Residence system; timing must be considered together with your lawful stay period.

Finding & Renting a Home

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Can foreigners rent a home in Türkiye?

Generally yes. The property, landlord authority, lease terms and suitability of the address for the client's wider relocation needs should still be checked.

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Do I need a residence permit before renting?

Renting a home and holding a residence permit are different matters, although landlords/agents may request documents and the lease/address can matter for immigration processes.

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Why can renting be harder for foreigners?

Market practice can include additional documentation, advance-rent or security requests. These are not universal legal rules and vary by landlord and market conditions.

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Insurance & Healthcare

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Do I need health insurance when moving?

Requirements depend on your legal status and application, but health coverage is also a practical relocation issue beyond immigration compliance.

What insurance do I need for residence purposes?

The policy or coverage must satisfy the requirements applicable to the relevant residence process; documented alternative coverage may be accepted in some cases.

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Banking, Money & Tax

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Can a foreigner open a bank account?

Often yes, but documentation and compliance requirements vary by bank, branch, nationality and customer profile.

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Do I need a Turkish tax number?

A tax identification number can be required for various financial and administrative processes.

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Do I need a residence permit to open an account?

There is no single universal bank practice; requirements vary by institution and compliance profile.

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SIM, Internet & Utilities

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Can I get a Turkish SIM card as a foreigner?

Yes, subject to the operator's identity and registration requirements.

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What happens if I use my foreign phone long term?

Imported devices are subject to Türkiye's IMEI/device-registration rules; current official time limits and fees should be checked when needed.

How do I set up electricity, water, gas and internet?

Requirements vary by city, building and provider. Existing subscriptions and required documents should be checked before or at handover.

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Family & Education

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Can my children attend school in Türkiye?

Yes, subject to the relevant school type, admission conditions, age, status and education history.

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What schooling options are available?

Families may consider public, private Turkish and eligible international/foreign-curriculum options, depending on circumstances.

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Should I choose a school before a home?

School and housing should usually be planned together because commute, traffic, transport and school-bus arrangements affect daily life.

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Arrival & Settling In

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What should I do during my first week?

Priorities may include transport/SIM, housing, legal-stay tasks, tax number, banking, insurance and appointments — sequenced according to the client's case.

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Should I arrange everything before arrival?

No. Some tasks can be prepared in advance; others require presence or a local address. The goal is to know what happens before and after arrival.

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Should I use temporary accommodation first?

For newcomers unfamiliar with the city, temporary accommodation can provide time to test neighborhoods before a long-term lease.

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What does NAVITICAL Move include?

Depending on package, Move can coordinate residence/documents, home setup, insurance, family/education, banking, SIM, utilities and settling-in support.

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What is the difference between Move Essential, Complete and Family?

Essential covers core support; Complete adds broader hands-on relocation; Family adds family and school-related needs. Final scope follows the current Pricing page.

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