This announcement is to inform you about a very important procedure change in the residence permit applications’ follow-up method.

Previously, the Immigration Directorate used to inform universities in Istanbul directly in case of any missing documents or issues with the students’ residence permit applications, and it was the universities notifying students about the issue(s).

According to the latest announcement from the authorities, universities are no longer in this information flow. The students are required to check up on their application status and issues by themselves.

In this regard, please make sure you frequently check the status of your application through the e-ikamet system (https://e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr/), “I would like to see my application result” button.

In case of any issues with your application, the system will provide you with its instructions. Please make sure you follow the instructions on time. If the instructions you receive through the platform are not clear, you can dial 157 and request further details.

Note that missing documents must be collected and submitted to the authorities within 30 days starting from the date it is indicated in the e-ikamet system. Missing this deadline means rejection of your application. In that case, you need to make a new application from scratch if you have a remaining visa or permission to stay without a visa period. If you do not have, you will be obliged to depart from Türkiye and re-enter in order to make a new application.

Please be cautious, check the status of your application regularly not to miss any notification, and take necessary actions on time.

Remember that following up on your permit application is your responsibility.

Sincerely,