Relocate from Ukraine

Moving to Türkiye from Ukraine

Visa-free entry, established Ukrainian communities in Antalya and Istanbul, and accessible residence pathways. Türkiye is one of the largest Ukrainian destinations since 2022.

Key facts

Visa-free entry
90 days within any 180-day window
Largest community
Antalya, Istanbul
Banking access
Workable with residence permit
CBI route
Open · USD 400K property

Türkiye is among the largest destinations for Ukrainians since 2022 — visa-free entry, geographic proximity, established Ukrainian and Russian-speaking services in Antalya and Istanbul, and accessible residence permits make it a practical landing point. Antalya and Istanbul host the largest Ukrainian communities; Mersin and Alanya have growing populations.

Türkiye allows visa-free entry for Ukrainian citizens for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Long-term residence requires a Turkish residence permit, applied for in-country at e-ikamet.gov.tr. Renewals are typically straightforward.

Banking access has tightened compared to pre-2022 conditions but is generally easier for Ukrainians than for Russians — major Turkish banks accept Ukrainian residence-permit-holders without unusual friction. Bringing original apostilled documents (birth, marriage, education) before arrival saves significant time.

Visa-free · 90 days in 180

Ukrainian passport holders enter Türkiye visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Longer stays require a residence permit applied for in-country.

Antalya + Istanbul communities

The two largest Ukrainian communities in Türkiye are in Antalya (especially Konyaaltı/Lara) and Istanbul. Russian-language services are widely shared.

Banking is workable

Major Turkish banks accept Ukrainian residence permit holders. Have a Turkish tax number + active address ready before walking into a branch.

Citizenship via property

USD 400,000 property purchase route remains open to Ukrainian buyers. Real-estate prices have risen materially since 2022 — verify the valuation supports the threshold.

Run the numbers for Ukraine

Calculators most relevant for Ukrainians

Antalya Cost of Living Calculator

Antalya is one of the two largest landing cities for Ukrainian arrivals.

Istanbul Cost of Living Calculator

Istanbul for professional and international school options.

Citizenship by Investment Calculator

CBI via property is one path to a Turkish passport for Ukrainians.

Residence Permit Cost Calculator

Ukrainian passport (Bracket-B) residence permit fees and document costs.

Tax Residency Calculator

Score your tax residency exposure before crossing the 183-day threshold.

Moving to Turkey Checklist

Pre-arrival and first-30-days task list.

What do Ukrainians need to know before moving to Türkiye?

  • Bring apostilled originals of birth certificate, marriage certificate, and education credentials. Apostille is processed at the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (or relevant ministry depending on document type).
  • The Bracket-B nationality fee tier in our residence permit calculator is the relevant range for Ukrainian applicants.
  • Most Ukrainian arrivals base in Antalya or Istanbul. Smaller communities exist in Alanya, Mersin and Trabzon.
  • Russian-language services are widely accessible — many Ukrainians use them in addition to Ukrainian-language community resources where available.
  • Driving: Ukrainian driving licences are accepted for the first 6 months; after that, exchange or local Turkish licence required.

Do Ukrainians need a visa for Türkiye?

Visa-free for 90 days within any 180-day period. Longer stays require a Turkish residence permit, applied for in-country at e-ikamet.gov.tr. Ukraine is in the Bracket-B nationality range for residence permit fees.

How are Ukrainians taxed when moving to Türkiye?

Türkiye and Ukraine have a double tax treaty in force. If you become Turkish tax resident, the treaty determines which country taxes which income type — review with a Turkish tax advisor before settling on a long-term plan.

How big is the Ukrainian community in Türkiye?

An estimated 70,000–150,000 Ukrainian citizens are medium-to-long-term residents of Türkiye, the largest concentration of Ukrainians in any non-EU country.

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