Work Remotely from Turkey
Everything you need to know about Turkey's digital nomad visa, cost of living, and the best cities for remote work.
🇹🇷 Turkey Digital Nomad Visa — Quick Facts
Income Req.
$3,000+/mo
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Tax on Foreign Income
None
Launched
April 2024
Requirements: Valid passport, age 21–55, proof of income ($3,000+/month), health insurance, university degree, clean criminal record. Applicants must be from one of 36 eligible countries. Apply via digitalnomads.goturkiye.com or at Turkish consulates.
Last verified: March 2026. Check official sources for the latest requirements.
Best Cities for Digital Nomads
Istanbul
- ✓World-class food scene
- ✓Vibrant expat community
- ✓Excellent coworking spaces
- ✓200+ Mbps fiber common
Antalya
- ✓300+ days of sunshine
- ✓Beach lifestyle
- ✓Lower cost than Istanbul
- ✓Growing nomad community
Izmir
- ✓Relaxed Aegean vibes
- ✓Most affordable big city
- ✓Great food scene
- ✓Less touristy
Practical Tips for Digital Nomads in Turkey
Coworking
Istanbul: Workinton, Kolektif House, Impact Hub ($80–150/mo). Antalya: 7/24 Coworking, Nest ($50–100/mo). Many cafés have fast Wi-Fi and nomad-friendly policies.
Internet
Get a Turkcell or Vodafone eSIM when you arrive (~$15 for 20GB). Home fiber: 100 Mbps for ~$15/month. Starlink is available in Turkey.
Banking & Money
Wise card works everywhere. ATMs usually give strong exchange rates. Turkish banks: get a vergi numarası (free) and open a Ziraat or Garanti account.
Health Insurance
Required for the nomad visa. SafetyWing ($45/mo) and World Nomads are popular. Turkish private hospitals are excellent and affordable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turkey's digital nomad visa?
Launched April 2024, it allows remote workers earning $3,000+/month to live in Turkey for 1 year (renewable). No Turkish income tax on foreign-sourced income. You need valid health insurance and a clean criminal record.
How much does it cost to live in Turkey as a digital nomad?
Expect $800–2,000/month depending on city. Istanbul: $1,200–2,000. Antalya: $800–1,400. İzmir: $700–1,200. This covers rent, food, transport, coworking, and entertainment.
Is internet fast enough for remote work in Turkey?
Yes. Major cities have 50–200 Mbps fiber. Cafés and coworking spaces typically offer 30–80 Mbps. Mobile data (Turkcell, Vodafone) covers 4G/5G in cities. Get an eSIM or tourist SIM when you arrive.
Do I need to open a Turkish bank account?
Not required but helpful for daily expenses. Wise and Revolut work well in Turkey. For a Turkish account, you need a tax number (vergi numarası) from any tax office — free and takes 30 minutes.
