Student Work Permit
Compatibility Test
Instantly check the preliminary eligibility of your work permit application based on your student status, residency status, the type of job, and employer criteria.
Work Permit Consulting
This test is a preliminary assessment. The employer submits the student work permit application through e-İzin; the Atasa Consulting team is here to assist you with document preparation and eligibility checks.
SHORT ANSWER
A student residence permit does not, on its own, grant the right to work. Associate’s and bachelor’s degree students may work with a part-time work permit after completing their first year of study. This test checks whether your situation meets these conditions.
What criteria are considered?
Your educational level, active student status, the year of your studies, and the nature of the job you will be working in are all taken into account.
The province where one received their education is one of the evaluation criteria; it cannot be said that working in another city is strictly prohibited, but each case is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
The time spent as a student pays off later on
Half of the time spent with a student residence permit is counted toward the eight-year requirement for a long-term residence permit.
In addition, having legally resided in the country for at least one year under a student residence permit over the past three years may qualify for the work permit facilitation program set to take effect in 2026.
Work Permit Simplifications for 2026Insurance and Term
For part-time work, Social Security Institution (SGK) reporting is based on the number of days worked; it is not true that foreign nationals must always be reported based on 30 days. The code for incomplete days and the calculation of hours are determined based on the nature of the work.
Once a work permit has been obtained, both the permit’s validity period and the student’s status must be monitored: when the student’s status ends, the basis for the work permit may also change.
Working without authorization results in administrative fines for both the foreign national and the employer and may lead to deportation proceedings.
- Ministry of Labour and Social Security — General Directorate of International Labor
- Presidency of Migration Management
This content was compiled from the FAQ text that passed official source verification on August 25, 2026. Since regulations are subject to change, you should check the relevant agency’s most recent announcement before submitting your application.