Guides for Studying & Living in Türkiye

Everything from visa steps and document checklists to the history, food, and destinations worth exploring during your studies.

What to expect when applying for your student visa and residence permit to study in Türkiye.

A practical breakdown of what to budget for as a student living in Istanbul.

How Turkey's state and foundation (private) universities differ, and how to decide between them.

The core documents international students need to gather before applying, in one place.

A historic Orthodox monastery dedicated to the Virgin Mary, carved into the cliffs above Trabzon.

Exploring eastern Türkiye's dramatic natural and cultural landscape around its largest lake.

The archaeological richness of Gaziantep's Roman-era mosaics and the site behind them.

Celebrating a region renowned for its food production and agricultural heritage.

The meditative practice and ceremonial elements behind Konya's whirling dervishes.

A secluded cove along one of Türkiye's most famous coastal trekking routes.

How this centuries-old beverage tradition shapes everyday life across Türkiye.

Charming small towns offering peaceful alternatives to Türkiye's big cities.

Destination and travel content courtesy of the official Go Türkiye tourism board.