Turkey Long-Term Residence 2026: 8-Year Rule, Income & Insurance
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2026
10 Sep
Uzun Donem is Turkey's only indefinite Suresiz residence (Law 6458 Art 42-45): 8 continuous lawful years, no annual renewal, near-citizen rights except vote, public office and military.
Guide from Gars residence services. See residence hub.
1. Counting 8 Years
| Prior Status | 2026 Count |
|---|---|
| Short, family, work | Full 100% |
| Student | Half only |
| Humanitarian/protection | Zero, excluded |
| Break | 6+ months in 1 year or 1+ year in last 5 (non-exempt) resets count |
2. Four Conditions & Cancellation
No social aid 3 years, banked income at minimum wage level, valid insurance, clean record. Cancelled only for serious threat or 1+ continuous year abroad non-exempt; re-application without new 8 years prioritized in ~month. Compare insurance guide and rejection appeal.
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