FAQ
Making a permanent return from Germany to Turkey is an important turning point in your life. Even if you're returning not to a new country but perhaps to your roots, the systems, ways of doing business, and dynamics of daily life are quite different from Germany.
For this reason, knowing which steps to take after arriving in Turkey both speeds up the process and minimizes potential stress. In this comprehensive guide, we walk through, step by step, all the procedures you need to complete after returning to Turkey.
First Things to Do After Arriving in Turkey
After entering Turkey, you'll need to complete certain official and practical procedures as soon as possible. These steps directly affect both your job search and your daily life.
You are required to be officially registered at an address in Turkey. This can be done:
Without address registration, you cannot carry out many official procedures. That's why it's one of the first things you need to do.
A tax number is required for almost all official and financial transactions in Turkey.
Without a tax number:
It's a quick procedure that you can complete at the tax office in just a few minutes.
In Turkey, salary payments are made through banks. For this reason, having an active bank account is essential.
When opening a bank account, you'll generally be asked for:
In Turkey, many systems work via SMS verification. That's why you need to get an active phone line.
In addition:
a phone number is critically important.
e-Devlet is a digital system that lets you carry out all official procedures in Turkey through a single platform.
Through e-Devlet, you can:
You can log in to the system by getting a password from PTT (post office) branches.
What You Need to Know for Daily Life and Your Commute
Public Transport: The Fastest and Most Economical Option
The most common and economical way to get around within cities in Turkey is the public transport system. In major cities like Istanbul and Ankara, there are many different transport options, such as:
These systems run actively for most of the day and let you move quickly around the city. Especially during commuting hours, public transport offers a major advantage in getting around without getting stuck in traffic.
Easy Use with Transport Cards
Using public transport in Turkey is quite convenient. In Istanbul, thanks to transport cards like the Istanbulkart, you can use all forms of public transport with a single card.
With these cards, you can:
easily board all forms of transport like these and take advantage of transfer options.
Topping up the cards can be done quickly at many locations or through mobile apps.
The Advantage of Getting to Our Branches
At Juvenis Telekom, making our employees' commute easier is an important priority for us. That's why we position our branches specifically in places that are:
This way, our employees can reach our offices comfortably and conveniently with our shuttle service, without losing extra time on their way to work. Proximity to metro and bus lines in particular makes the daily commute much easier.
Using Taxis: A Fast Alternative Solution
Compared to Germany, taxi use is quite widespread in Turkey. Taxis offer an important alternative, especially in emergencies or at hours when public transport isn't convenient.
Using a taxi:
You can also easily hail a taxi through mobile apps and quickly reach the nearest vehicle to your location.
What Is the Blue Card?
The Blue Card (Mavi Kart) is an official identity document given to people who were Turkish citizens by birth and later renounced their citizenship, allowing them to benefit from certain rights in Turkey. Through the Blue Card, these individuals can benefit from rights such as residence, employment, and property ownership in Turkey.
Who Is the Blue Card Given To?
The Blue Card is given to the following individuals:
How Do You Get a Blue Card?
The Blue Card application process is quite simple. The required documents are prepared and submitted to the relevant institutions.
Required Documents:
Where Do You Apply?
Blue Card applications are made to the following institutions:
Following the review conducted after the application, the Blue Card is issued to those deemed eligible.
Advantages of the Blue Card
Blue Card holders can benefit from many rights in Turkey:
However, political rights such as voting and standing for election are not included.
Thanks to investments made in recent years and a strong infrastructure, health services in Turkey are provided to high standards for both citizens and foreigners. Modern hospitals, a staff of expert doctors, and healthcare institutions equipped with advanced technology raise the quality of the system.
How Does the Health System Work in Turkey?
In Turkey, health services are provided through two main structures: the public and private sectors:
Public Health Services:
Provided through state hospitals and city hospitals. Individuals covered by the Social Security Institution (SGK) can benefit from these services free of charge or at low cost.
Private Health Services:
Provided by private hospitals and medical centers. They offer advantages such as faster appointments, comfortable service, and personalized solutions.
Who Can Benefit from Health Services in Turkey?
Health Insurance and Its Coverage
Insurance is highly important for making effective use of health services:
Advantages of Health Services in Turkey
Thanks to this strong structure, Turkey also stands out in terms of health tourism.
The Juvenis Telekom Advantage
One of the important benefits Juvenis Telekom offers is private health insurance support. This way, whether on a weekday or a weekend, you can easily receive service from hospitals whenever you wish. While safeguarding your health, you also gain access to fast, comfortable health care.