Foreign Caregiver Work Permit (2025)

The employment of foreign caregivers is becoming widespread in Turkey, especially for childcare, elderly or sick care. However, a work permit issued by the Ministry of Labor and Social Security is mandatory for a foreign caregiver to work.

In this article, you can find step-by-step information on the requirements, documents and processes specific to the employment of a caregiver.

1. Application Requirements

Employers who want to employ foreign caregivers:

• Be a citizen of the Republic of Turkey,
• Providing concrete reasons such as child care, elderly/ill care,
• Prove their income level (minimum monthly income of 110.000 TL) with bank statements,
• The caregiver assumes all the obligations of the caregiver with a notarized undertaking,

is required.

For a broader general framework see: Foreign Work Permit in Domestic Services

2. Required Documents

Requirements from the Employer

• Letter of Undertaking (to be submitted together with spouse)
• Certificate of residence
• 6-month bank account statement
• SSI service breakdown and payslip
• Proof of birth registration

What is required from the caregiver

• Passport photocopy and entry stamp
• Biometric photo
• 1 year private health insurance
• Fee receipts
• Previous permits (if applicable)

For the full detailed list: Work Permit Requirements

3. Application Process

1. The employer opens a Home Services Employer registration through e-Government.
2. The foreign caregiver’s information is entered into the system.
3. The application is completed with an electronic signature.
4. The application is tracked from the employer’s account.

For detailed steps: Work Permit Application Process

4. SSI Obligations

• The day the work permit is approved, the caregiver can start work.
• Within 30 days, the SSI entry declaration must be submitted.
• Salary payments and SSI premiums must be paid regularly.

Detailed Information: SSI Notification of Foreigners

5. Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the income requirement for foreign caregivers? The employer must prove a monthly income of at least 110.000 TL with a bank statement.
• Which positions can be authorized? Childcare, elderly/infirm care. (Cleaning jobs may require a separate permit, see: Foreign Work Permit for Domestic Work)
• Can the caregiver work before the permit is approved? No. Employment without authorization carries serious administrative fines for the employer and the foreigner.

Legal Support

Caregiver work permit applications are frequently rejected due to missing documents or incorrect applications.

You can contact MFY Legal | Law Office lawyers to manage the process correctly.