Your Trusted Guide to Life in Turkey
We have spent 11 years navigating Turkish bureaucracy so you do not have to. From residence permits to buying a car, we offer practical, first-hand guidance in English and Russian - backed by a vetted directory of professionals who actually help.
How We Can Help
Professional assistance with the processes that matter most
Turkish Citizenship
Full support with citizenship applications - from eligibility assessment through to oath ceremony.
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Residence Permit
We handle your ikamet application, renewal and address registration from start to finish.
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Buying a Car
Notary paperwork, insurance, vehicle inspection and registration - all sorted for you.
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Work Permit
Employer-sponsored and independent work permit applications with document preparation.
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Property Purchase
Due diligence, title deed transfer and military clearance for foreign buyers.
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Bank Account
We help you open a Turkish bank account - including the tax number and appointment booking.
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Certified Translation
Sworn and notarised translations between English, Russian and Turkish.
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Driving Licence Exchange
Convert your foreign licence to a Turkish one with our step-by-step assistance.
Learn More →Knowledge Base
In-depth guides based on real experience
How to Buy a Car in Turkey as a Foreigner
Everything you need to know about buying, registering and insuring a vehicle in Turkey - from choosing between new and second-hand to handling the notary transfer.
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How to Apply for a Residence Permit (Ikamet)
A complete walkthrough of the Turkish residence permit process - online application, required documents, biometric appointment and what to do if you are rejected.
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How to Get Turkish Citizenship
All the routes to Turkish citizenship explained: property investment, marriage, exceptional circumstances and the standard five-year path.
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Calculators, checklists and eligibility checkers
Citizenship Eligibility Checker
Answer a few questions and find out which route to Turkish citizenship suits your situation.
Get Started →Car Cost Calculator
Calculate the true cost of buying a car in Turkey - including tax, insurance, inspection and notary fees.
Get Started →Residence Permit Checklist
Generate a personalised document checklist for your ikamet application based on your permit type.
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Tax Calculator
Estimate your Turkish income tax, MTV vehicle tax or property tax in seconds.
Get Started →Find a Professional
Verified lawyers, translators, accountants and more
Finding a reliable lawyer, accountant or translator in Turkey can feel like a gamble. Our directory only lists professionals we have personally vetted - people who speak your language, understand the system and have a track record of helping foreigners.
What People Say
We were completely lost with the residence permit process until we found My Turkey Guide. They walked us through every step and even came with us to the appointment. Genuinely could not have done it without them.
I bought a second-hand car in Istanbul and had no idea what paperwork was needed. The team sorted the notary, insurance and registration in one day. Worth every penny.
The citizenship eligibility checker saved me months of guesswork. Turns out I qualified through the property route and the team guided me all the way to the oath ceremony.