Question 1

Do I need a work permit to teach English in Turkey as a foreigner?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Turkey's Ministry of Labour says foreigners must obtain a work permit or a work permit exemption before they start working. Working without one can bring administrative fines for both you and your employer, and the ministry reports the case to the Ministry of Interior, which can lead to deportation. The permit is issued for a specific job, workplace and address, so it does not carry over to a second job at another school.

Question 2

How does the work permit application work from outside of Turkey?

Accepted Answer

It has two halves. After you sign an employment contract, you apply at the Turkish embassy or consulate where you live and get a 16 digit reference number to pass to your employer. The employer then registers the workplace on the ministry's online system, uploads your reference number and documents, and approves the application with an electronic signature. The ministry says it evaluates a complete application within 30 days.

Question 3

What documents are needed for a Turkey work permit as a teacher?

Accepted Answer

The Ministry of Labour lists four items from you: the employment contract, a biometric photo, your passport and your diploma, without saying which diploma it means. Your employer supplies a tax registration certificate, trade registration gazette, balance sheet and certificate of activity. For education professionals it also needs a pre-permit from the Ministry of National Education, so ask your school early what it needs from you.

Question 4

What must I do after entering Turkey with a work permit and visa?

Accepted Answer

Register with the nearest Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs within 20 days of entering the country. Your employer must file a statement of starting employment with its Social Security Center within 30 days of your entry, with insured pay no lower than the wage declared on your application. You need to begin work within one month of entry and no later than six months after the permit's start date.

Question 5

Which TEFL Institute course fits a plan to teach English in Turkey?

Accepted Answer

The 120 Hour Advanced TEFL Course is the usual first step, with no degree or teaching experience needed to enroll, only strong C1 English. The 180 hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma, Ofqual 610/1571/4, is awarded by Highfield Qualifications and can be checked on the UK register. The 310 Hour Hybrid Level 5 Advanced TEFL Diploma, Ofqual 610/1573/8, adds extra modules and 10 hours of live online teaching practice.

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