Address Registration and Change of Address for Foreigners in Turkey
🏠 1. Why Address Registration Matters More Than Ever
As of June 24, 2024, all foreigners in Turkey must use the official Göç İdaresi Appointment System to register or change their residential address.
Failure to comply may result in:
Residence permit rejection or cancellation
Penalties and loss of legal rights
Issues with healthcare, banking, or citizenship applications
👤 2. Who Must Use the System?
The following groups must register their address or update it through an official appointment:
Foreigners with newly granted residence permits
Those applying for extension or status change
Students, work permit holders, family members
Anyone moving to a new apartment or city
📑 3. Required Documents for Address Registration
Bring the following to your appointment:
Passport
Valid residence permit card
Notarized rental agreement or property deed (Tapu)
Recent utility bill (electricity, gas, or water within last 2 months)
DASK insurance policy (for homeowners)
Turkish Foreign ID Number (YKN)
Consent letter or taahhütname if staying at someone else's residence
🗓️ 4. How to Get an Appointment at randevu.goc.gov.tr
You must use the official Göç İdaresi Randevu System:
Log in with your e-Devlet credentials
If you don’t have an e-Devlet password yet, read our full guide here
Choose "Address Declaration" as your appointment type
Select your province and available time slot
Print your confirmation and attend the appointment on time
🏢 5. Where Will It Be Processed?
Appointments are held at your local Directorate General of Migration Management (Göç İdaresi)
If system records block the update (e.g. due to overcrowding or mismatches), you may be redirected to the Population Directorate (Nüfus Müdürlüğü)
⏳ 6. Deadline for Reporting Address Changes
You must notify the authorities of your new address within 20 business days of moving.
Missing the deadline may result in:
Administrative fines
Rejection of future applications
Legal complications
⚠️ 7. Legal Warnings
False address declarations are a criminal offense in Turkey
Your address may be inspected by police within 2 months
If your property is too small or already full (by record), the request can be denied
Sharing without proper consent will likely be rejected
🚫 8. What If You Live in a Restricted (Closed) District?
Some districts in Istanbul (like Fatih, Esenyurt, Bağcılar, Zeytinburnu) are closed to new foreign address registrations, unless:
You are a student
You hold a valid work permit
You purchased the property yourself
You are undergoing medical treatment
👫 9. Shared Living? Here's What You Need
If you’re not the main tenant or owner:
Bring a notarized consent letter from the leaseholder or owner
A maximum of 3 foreigners can legally register at a single address (sometimes 4 if justified)
You may also need a notarized taahhütname (declaration of support)
| 🧭 Step | 📝 Action | 📌 Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ | Visit Appointment System | Go to 👉 randevu.goc.gov.tr |
| 2️⃣ | Log in with e-Devlet |
Use your Foreign ID Number (YKN) and password. Don’t have one? Click here for step-by-step instructions. |
| 3️⃣ | Choose Appointment Type | Select “Address Declaration (Adres Beyanı)” as the service category. |
| 4️⃣ | Prepare Your Documents |
- Passport + Residence Permit Card - Notarized Rental Contract or Title Deed (Tapu) - Utility Bill (last 2 months) - DASK Policy (if applicable) |
| 5️⃣ | Attend Appointment at Göç İdaresi | Bring all documents and your confirmation form. Be on time and ready to submit your application. |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I skip the randevu system?
No. It's mandatory as of 2024.
Can I go directly to Nüfus Müdürlüğü?
Only if directed by Göç İdaresi due to system limitations.
What if I live in a hotel or friend’s house?
Get an official declaration or taahhütname. Hotels are only accepted for temporary short stays.
💬 Need Help?
We offer full support for:
Address registration and disputes
Shared residence documentation
Notarized contracts and declarations
Compliance for residence permit renewals
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