How to register on the North Cyprus Ministry of Interior website

Registration on this website is required for everyone planning to obtain a North Cyprus residence permit (ВНЖ). Here we explain the steps you need to take.

Sections:

• Step-by-step registration on the Ministry of Interior website
• What to pay attention to
• Further actions
• Frequently asked questions

Step-by-step registration on the Ministry of Interior website

• Go to the website permissions.gov.ct.tr/staypermit
• Click the link «Şimdi kayıt ol / Sign Up Now»
• Fill in the application form
• Click «Gönder / Submit»
• Proceed to fill in the information for the residence permit

Here is a sample of the completed application form on the registration page.

What to pay attention to

Local phone number — mandatory

To register on the website, you will need a local North Cyprus SIM card number.
Make sure it is activated in advance, as the number is required before clicking the «Gönder / Submit» button.

Note: all further confirmation codes will be sent only to this local number.

Read more in the article about mobile communications in North Cyprus.

Residential address

The address you provide must strictly match the address stated in your rental or property purchase agreement.

Any discrepancies may lead to additional checks and delays.

Parents' names

The application form must include the names of your parents, even if they are deceased.

Important: you only need first names without surnames — this is the traditional norm for the region.

Further actions

Further actions depend on the type of residence permit chosen and are detailed in our article «How to Obtain a Residence Permit in North Cyprus».

Frequently asked questions

Is there a residence permit for rental agreements?

Many people use the term "residence permit by rental agreement," but in reality, this is the «high-income residence permit». If you do not own property, you must prove to the government that you are financially capable and have sufficient income to live here, as well as a place to stay, so a rental agreement will be required.

Where and how is information about children provided?

To attach children to a parent’s residence permit, minors are included with your documents when filling out your personal information in the account.

Where does the interview (rendezvous) take place?

You must attend the interview at the police station corresponding to your residential area, according to your property or rental agreement.

Here are the contacts of police stations in North Cyprus by district.

For what duration can a residence permit be requested?

The TRNC authorities issue residence permits for 6, 12, or 24 months. The immigration officer may issue a permit for a different period than requested or refuse it altogether.

Assistance with North Cyprus residence permits

If you need help obtaining or renewing a residence permit in North Cyprus, you can contact a specialist:

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