For foreign students planning to or already studying in Turkey, changing their residential address can sometimes be a confusing process. Especially when you want to move out of your student dormitory and move home or change cities, it is important to report the change of address correctly. Changing your residence address in Turkey can also directly affect your visa process and residence permit.
In Turkey, the Department of Migration Management and the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs generally handle address change procedures. Here are some critical steps and support points that you may encounter in the process:
Migration Administration in Turkey: Support for International Students
The Directorate of Migration Management is one of the first points of contact for all residence procedures of foreign students in Turkey. When applying for a change of address, you can get support from the nearest Provincial or District Directorate of Migration Management. To register your residence permit duration and address, you need to make an appointment online using the appointment system.
For more information, see Department of Migration Management in Turkey: Services for International Students article.
Communication Center for Foreigners in Turkey (YİMER): Services and Communication
You must have heard of it: 157 Foreigners Communication Center (YİMER) is a support hotline that answers questions of foreign students in Turkey. You can get support from YİMER to get information about documents, appointment systems or other procedures during the change of address process. This 24/7 center provides assistance in many languages, including English.
How to Notify an Address Change
Online and Face-to-Face Application Steps
- Online Application: You can apply for a change of address via e-Devlet. However, in some cases (e.g. change of dormitory) you may need to physically submit your documents.
- Face-to-Face Application: You can apply for a change of address by going to the nearest Directorate of Migration Management or Population Directorate.
Immigration Consultancy Services in Turkey: When to Apply
If your documents are missing or you have problems with the process, you can get help from immigration consultancy services. Especially before the residence permit expires or before moving to a new address, consulting can prevent possible penalties. In Turkey, such consultancy services usually range around 100 USD – 150 USD.
Documents and Costs Required for Address Change
| Documents Required | Description |
|---|---|
| Passport | Current passport and photocopy. |
| Certificate of Residence | Document showing your previous address. |
| Rental Contract or Residence Certificate | Document showing your new address. |
| Residence Permit Card | Card of your current residence permit. |
What to do in case of passport loss
If you lose your passport, you should contact your consulate as soon as possible. Once you have a new passport, you must notify the Immigration Authority. You must also reconfirm your change of address with a new passport number and photocopy.
Address Registration System (AKS) Operations
The Address Registration System (AKS) is also used to officially register your address. If you do not register your new address with AKS, you may have problems with your residence permit extension applications.
Turkey Tax Number and Residence Address Update
As a student in Turkey, it is mandatory to obtain a tax number in order to open a bank account, conclude a lease agreement or benefit from certain public services. It is important to update this information after a change of address.
Getting Tax Number for International Students in Turkey
To obtain a tax number, simply go to the nearest Tax Office and present your passport and proof of residence. You should also update your address information during the process. If you have changed your address, registering your current address with the tax office will prevent future problems with banks and other official institutions.
The process of getting a tax number is free and usually takes 10-15 minutes. You can check your information after an address change in our article Getting a Tax Number for International Students in Turkey.
Lease Agreement or Dormitory Documents
In Turkey, you will usually be asked for your new lease agreement or an official letter from the dormitory management to prove your change of address. These documents must have your full name, surname and new address written on them.
What to Consider After Address Change
Bank and University Transactions with Your New Address
Notifying your new address to your bank is very important for the security of your bank accounts and for official correspondence to reach the correct address. Also be sure to submit your new address details to your university’s student affairs office. This ensures that your university letters or documents reach the correct address.
Transport and Health Insurance Information
If you have a public transportation card (Istanbulkart, Ankarakart, etc.), you need to enter your address into the system after you change your address. For health insurance (SSI or private insurance), reporting your change of address ensures that your insurance policy is kept up to date.
Haydi, Step into the Dream of Education in Turkey!
The system is very practical and supportive for foreign students who want to study in Turkey. If you prepare your documents completely and apply to the right institutions, you can formalize your new address in a short time.
Come now to RoadToStudy to learn about the application process and continue your studies in Turkey with peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to change address for foreign contacts
A change of address must be reported in person at the Migration Management Authority or the civil registry office.
How to change address for a student
Foreign students must update their new address within 20 days by going to the Immigration Administration.
How to register the address of foreigners in 2025?
Foreigners who obtain a residence permit can register their address at the population directorate or via e-Government.
Whose number is 157?
157 is the General Directorate of Migration Management’s counseling and information line for foreigners.