How do I get a residence permit as a METU international student?
Written from the official source cited below. Where a rule changes each term, this answer describes the process and sends you to the source for the current dates.
International students staying in Türkiye beyond their visa/visa-free period need a short-term student residence permit (ikamet izni). You apply online through the Presidency of Migration Management (Göç İdaresi) e-ikamet system, book an appointment, and submit documents (passport, biometric photos, proof of enrolment/student certificate, proof of address, and health insurance). METU's International Students Office (ISO) guides new students through the process each term and often coordinates group appointments. Because required documents, fees, and timelines change, always follow the current official instructions from Göç İdaresi and the ISO, do not rely on dates shared in chats.
Source
- Authority
- Turkish Government
- Type
- Turkish Government
- Last verified
- September 4, 2026 (verified today)
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