What rights does a Turkish residence permit grant to a foreigner?

• stay legally in Turkey during the validity period of the ikamet;
• reside at the registered address;
• leave Turkey and return back during the period of validity of the residence permit;
• register a Turkish residential address;
• take advantage of many everyday opportunities: banking services, utility contracts, health insurance, schools and other services;
• buy and register a car and other vehicles in your name
• apply for visas for other countries through consulates in Turkey
• extend the residence permit while maintaining the basis and documents.

However, a residence permit does not grant the right to work in Turkey. For official employment, a work visa (Çalışma İzni) is required.