Alanya, Türkiye

Residence permit in Alanya: application, renewal and appeals

We prepare the file, book the appointment at the Provincial Migration Directorate and represent you if the permit is refused or cancelled.

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In short: Most foreigners in Alanya hold a short-term residence permit (kısa dönem ikamet) under Law No. 6458. The application is filed online at e-ikamet, followed by an appointment at the Migration Directorate. Requirements depend on the ground: tourism, property ownership, family, study or work. Some neighbourhoods of Alanya are closed to new registrations of foreigners, so the address must be checked before the application.

When you need a lawyer

First application for a short-term residence permit
Renewal, including a change of address or grounds
The application was refused or the permit was cancelled
Long-term residence permit after eight years of continuous residence
Entry ban codes or a deportation decision

What the law says

Residence permits are governed by the Law on Foreigners and International Protection No. 6458 and its implementing regulation. Applications are decided by the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management (İl Göç İdaresi Müdürlüğü) in Antalya.

A refusal or cancellation can be challenged before the administrative court. Time limits are short, so the decision should be reviewed by a lawyer as soon as it is received.

Prepared by IS & Partners and reviewed by lawyer [Name], Antalya Bar Association. Updated: November 2026. For general information only — the outcome of your case depends on your documents.

How we work

We agree the scope, timeline and fee before we start.

Review

We check your grounds, address and documents against current requirements.

Online application

We complete the e-ikamet form and book the appointment.

Appointment

We prepare the file and, if required, attend the Migration Directorate with you.

Decision

We track the application and, if refused, prepare an objection or a lawsuit.

Documents you will need

Passport and copies of the passport pages
Biometric photographs
Rental contract certified by a notary or title deed (tapu)
Health insurance valid in Turkey
Address registration and, where required, proof of income

The exact list depends on your situation — the lawyer will confirm it after the first consultation.

Send us photos of your documents — the lawyer will assess your case and quote a fee.

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FAQ

Can I apply if my apartment is in a closed neighbourhood?

As a rule, new registrations of foreigners are not accepted in closed neighbourhoods. The list is updated by the authorities, so the address should be checked before signing a rental contract.

What happens if my permit is refused?

You receive a written decision. It can be challenged in the administrative court within the statutory period. You must also observe the deadline to leave the country stated in the decision.

Does owning property guarantee a residence permit?

No. Property ownership is one of the grounds, but the application can still be refused, for example because of the neighbourhood restriction or incomplete documents.

Can you handle the renewal if I am abroad?

The online application can be prepared remotely, but the applicant usually has to attend the appointment in person.

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