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Manage the Work Permit and Document Process for Foreign Employees on a Clear Plan
For foreign employees hired from abroad or already holding an eligible status, we track work permit applications, document preparation, employer eligibility checks and official process coordination under a single plan.
Consultancy-DrivenPre-eligibility analysis · Document checks · e-İzin process · Official application tracking
REGULATORY CONSULTANCYe-İzin · Documents · Process Management
Corporate guidance at every step of the legal process
A work permit application is not just form-filling; it is a file-management exercise in which the employer's financial data, the employee's qualifications and the criteria of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security (ÇSGB/MoLSS) must align precisely. Zirve Global coordinates this process end to end — transparently and in full regulatory compliance.
Comprehensive analysis before the official application minimizes the risk of refusal while helping employers plan their legal obligations accurately.
- Company-level foreign-hire quota and financial analysis before application
- Job description and occupation-based minimum salary checks
- Digital application management via e-İzin, Türkiye's official online work permit system
- Tracking of extensions, status changes and the visa stage
From preparation to approval: step-by-step coordination
We turn complex bureaucratic steps into a simplified workflow for the employer, with reporting at every stage.
- 01
Company eligibility analysis
The employer's current number of Turkish employees, financial data and foreign-hire quota are analyzed in advance against Ministry criteria.
- 02
Document and file preparation
We make sure documents on both the employer and employee side are complete, up to date and fully compliant with the regulations.
- 03
e-İzin system filing
The official application and digital signature steps are completed through the Ministry of Labour and Social Security's e-İzin online system.
- 04
Process tracking and approval
The application's status at the Ministry is monitored in real time, and any additional information or documents requested are coordinated quickly.
For safe and transparent process management
Regulation-first approach
Processes are run in full compliance with the current International Labour Force Law and its regulations, with risks removed from the equation.
Employer eligibility screening
To prevent flawed applications, thresholds such as the 5-to-1 quota (5 Turkish employees per foreign hire), financial standing and SGK (social security) debt status are checked in advance.
Digital file management
All document flows and application files are stored in our secure digital archive, with extension and renewal periods tracked.
International coordination
For applications from abroad, the consulate and foreign mission stages are coordinated in sync with the employee.
Critical checkpoints before the official application
Accurately reflecting the parameters the Ministry evaluates in the application file is critical to a successful outcome.
| Assessment area | Detail and practice |
|---|---|
| Employment quota | The workplace must employ at least five Turkish employees for each foreign employee. |
| Financial standing | The workplace's paid-in capital, net sales or export figures must meet the Ministry's minimum thresholds. |
| Salary level | Depending on the foreign employee's occupation and competency, the salary must be a specified multiple of the minimum wage. |
| Document compliance | Passports, diplomas, employment contracts and company activity certificates must be current, apostilled and translated. |
Frequently asked details about work permits
- How long does a work permit application take?
- The statutory review period at the Ministry is 30 days. In practice, it can vary depending on the completeness of the documents and application volumes.
- Can a work permit be obtained for someone on a tourist residence permit?
- An in-country application is possible for foreigners holding a residence permit valid for at least 6 months. For those without a residence permit, the process runs through an application from abroad (via a consulate).
- When should an extension application be filed?
- The extension application must be filed no later than 60 days before the work permit expires — and in any case before the expiry date.
- What are the criteria for work permits in domestic services?
- In domestic services, permits can be obtained for specific needs such as elderly care, childcare or patient care, subject to the employer's financial standing.
- Does Zirve Global guarantee work permit approval?
- No. The final decision-making authority is the Ministry of Labour and Social Security. Our responsibility is to coordinate the application so that it is complete and aligned with the legal criteria as closely as possible.
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Pre-eligibility analysis · End-to-end coordination · Regulatory tracking