Question 1

What are the criteria for hiring foreign employees?

Accepted Answer

There is a requirement to hire 1 foreign employee for every 5 Turkish employees. Additionally, the company must have a paid-in capital of 100,000 TL, or an annual gross sales revenue of 800,000 TL, or an annual export of USD 250,000.

Question 2

We do not have 5 Turkish employees, so we cannot employ a foreign employee in a critical position for our company. What can I do?

Accepted Answer

Through our payroll services, we can employ a foreign worker in a company that meets these criteria without needing to comply with the criteria as a company.

Question 3

Are work permit applications for domestic workers different from regular work permit applications?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the necessary documents list and application type are different from regular work permit applications.

Question 4

Is the SGK premium paid for domestic workers standard?

Accepted Answer

No, there are incentives for SGK premium payments for domestic workers, so the amount is lower than normal.

Question 5

Are there any professional restrictions in work permit applications?

Accepted Answer

Yes, dentists, pharmacists, directors in private hospitals, lawyers, notaries, private security guards, professions related to the sea such as fishing, diving, pilotage, captaincy, deckhand, customs consultancy, tourist guiding, caregivers, and veterinarians cannot apply for work permits in Turkey.

Question 6

Our foreign employee's passport has expired. Can we apply for a residence or work permit?

Accepted Answer

No, foreign workers must have at least 1 year validity left on their passports to obtain a 1-year permit.

Question 7

Our senior foreign manager wants to bring his vehicle from abroad to Turkey, what should we do?

Accepted Answer

Foreign nationals can either permanently import their vehicles through customs or temporarily bring them to Turkey for 2 years. We can assist with customs and transportation, including the entire process from sharing vehicle registration and information with us.

Question 8

What steps should a foreigner take who will apply for a work permit for the first time?

Accepted Answer

If they do not have a valid residence permit, they must visit the Turkish Representative in their country, submit the necessary documents, and obtain a reference code.

Question 9

After receiving a reference code from the Turkish Representation, how many days do they have to apply to the Ministry of Family, Labor, and Social Services?

Accepted Answer

They must apply within 10 days; otherwise, they will need to obtain a reference code again.

Question 10

What should a foreign employee do after their work permit is approved?

Accepted Answer

They must extend their visa at the Turkish Representation in their country. They can only enter Turkey and start working with this extended visa.

Question 11

Our permit has been approved. Should I make SGK registration immediately?

Accepted Answer

SGK registration can be made within 30 days from the start date of the permit.

Question 12

How should a foreign employee with a residence permit apply for a work permit?

Accepted Answer

An employee with a valid residence permit does not need to start the application process from the Turkish Representation in their country. All procedures can be conducted in Turkey.

Question 13

Under what conditions can our foreign manager temporarily bring his car to Turkey?

Accepted Answer

Two basic conditions must be met: the vehicle's registration and plates must be in their name, and they must have lived outside Turkey for more than 6 months within the last 1 year from the date they bring the car.

Question 14

What support do you provide for sending our employees from Turkey to work in other countries?

Accepted Answer

We act as a bridge for sending employees to almost 100 countries independently from the country and can support our clients with our expert teams in the legislation of the countries they will work in just as in Turkey.

In addition to services such as work and residence permits, visas, patent, and citizenship application procedures, we offer any services that you may need in the relevant country through our local solution partners.

Your biggest advantage is that expert companies that take care of you both in the relevant country and in Turkey can meet all the needs of your employees without leaving any gaps behind.

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