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A Digital Nomad Visa is a temporary residence permit that allows visitors to stay in a country and work remotely via computer for an employer or business based abroad. These visas typically have a validity period of 12 months and can be extended for one or more years depending on the issuing country.
Türkiye is one of the fastest-growing economies in the Middle East and Europe. Strategically located, it serves as a crucial gateway to the EU market of 448 million consumers. Over the years, the Turkish government has consistently implemented effective reforms and policies, increasing its credibility and using this as leverage to further develop the domestic economy and attract foreign investment.
Türkiye is one of the fastest-growing economies in the Middle East region.
According to the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the program is open to citizens of 36 selected countries, including the United States, Canada, and most of Europe, who work remotely and are between the ages of 21 and 55.
To be eligible, you need a monthly income of at least $3,000 USD, equivalent to an annual income of $36,000 USD. This income must come from a company based outside of Türkiye or from self-employment. You also need a university degree and a passport valid for at least six months after your arrival in Türkiye.
After submitting all the necessary information through the online portal, eligible applicants will be issued a digital nomadic identity certificate. The certificate, supporting documents, and visa photo must be brought to the Turkish visa center or consulate, where the visa officer will issue the visa.
Türkiye aims to make it easier for foreigners to visit and stay in the country.
Once approved, remote workers can live and work in Türkiye for up to one year (although extensions are possible). Turkey's digital nomad homepage provides several resources for remote workers on how to get started in several major cities, including Istanbul, the country's largest city (and one of the few cities worldwide that spans two continents), as well as Izmir and Bodrum, two popular seaside resorts for expats.
Remote work visa programs have become increasingly popular in recent years; Türkiye is just the latest to join the competition. For these countries, attracting unattached workers is often seen as an economic boon; workers aren't taking jobs from locals but are spending their money locally. For digital nomads, the visa offers greater flexibility, allowing them to stay in a country longer than a tourist visa.
This move is the latest effort by Türkiye to make it easier for foreigners to visit and stay in the country. Earlier this year, Türkiye waived the visa requirement for American visitors. Without a visa, American visitors can stay in the country for up to 90 days.
Perhaps the country's welcoming policy toward international visitors is why Istanbul is the most visited city in the world. According to a writer in Istanbul, no matter how long you stay in Turkey, whether for a short break or a temporary move, these are essential places to visit in the country.
