60-Day Window & Continuous Legal Stay Legislation Checked On: Ekim 2026

Residence Permit Extension Consultancy

Administrative dossier preparation and timeline management for foreign nationals renewing their residence permits within the statutory 60-day window.

General Information About the Service

Foreigners residing in Turkey must apply for an extension within 60 days prior to the expiration of their existing residence permit. Late applications forfeit extension privileges and incur overstay sanctions.

👥 Who Is Eligible / Applicable?

Residence permit holders whose card expires within 60 days.

🔄 Application Stages

Timeline Verification

Ensuring filing within the 60-day pre-expiry period.

Address & Ground Continuity

MERNİS address verification and ongoing qualification review.

Online Extension Submission

Lodging the renewal application and fee calculation.

Dossier Delivery

Postal or in-person delivery as prescribed by the Provincial Migration Directorate.

📑 Required Documentation

Extension form, existing residence card, passport copy, 4 biometric photos, updated health insurance, certified address registration, and fee receipts.

⚠️ Important Notice & Key Nuances

Physical address audits are routinely conducted; failure to reside at the registered address results in revocation.

🛡️ Advisory Scope & Legal Boundary

Administrative tracking, renewal filing, and insurance coordination.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Service

? What happens if my card expires while waiting for extension approval?

Your legal stay is automatically extended until the migration authority reaches a final decision.

Statutory Basis: Law No. 6458, Article 24

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