Moving to Turkey
Complete relocation guide
Moving Checklist
Before & after arrival
Relocation Timeline
Week-by-week what to expect
Cost of Living
Budgets across major cities
Healthcare in Turkey
Insurance, SGK, hospitals
From the UK
From Germany
From the Netherlands
From Belgium
From France
From Sweden
From Norway
From Switzerland
From Austria
From the USA
From Canada
From Australia
From the UAE
Cost Planning Tool
Turkey Residence Permit
Cost Calculator
Get a realistic total cost estimate for your Turkish residence permit — including the card fee, health insurance, and all associated administrative costs.
EU/EEA citizens · 12-month permit
€875 total
Insurance per month
€65/mo
Annual recurring cost
€835
Estimates based on typical market rates. Actual fees vary by nationality, insurer, and year. Card fee rates are updated annually by the Turkish government.
Cost breakdown
What you pay for and why.
Permit card fee
€55–120Paid to the Turkish government — varies by nationality. Paid once per permit period at PTT (post office) or online before your appointment.
Health insurance
€35–220/moMandatory for all short-term permits. Must be valid for the full permit duration. Most expats choose a Turkish private insurer like Anadolu Sigorta or Allianz Turkey.
Notarised contract
€30–60Your rental contract must be notarised by a notary public (noter). The landlord pays this, but some landlords pass the cost to tenants.
Immigration lawyer
€200–600Optional but recommended for first applications or complex situations. A lawyer ensures documents are correct and can help with appointments in congested provinces like Istanbul.
FAQ