Work visa
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27 May 2019
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Work Visa from Nigeria to Turkey
- Nigerians intending to work in Turkey requires a work visa and permit.
- This permit is issued by the Turkish Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS).
- Most foreigners should apply for their work permits concurrent to their work visas.
- This means that you will submit your work visa application materials to the Turkish embassy or consulate in your home country, while your employer submits the required documents to the MLSS.
- It is also possible, however, to apply for a work permit from inside Turkey.
- Foreigners are eligible to do so if they have already been issued a residence permit with a remaining validity of at least six months.
- Foreigners who entered Turkey as tourists are not eligible for work permits.
- Regardless of whether you apply for a work permit from inside or outside of Turkey, you will need to have an employment contract or job offer.
- Once you and your employer have submitted your application, the MLSS will process the application within 90 days.
- If your application is approved, you must travel to a Turkish embassy in person to have the work visa and permit stamped into your passport.
