Türkiye launched the Tech Visa Program, aiming to attract talent with critical technological skills and innovative business models to further strengthen the country's tech ecosystem. In a joint event attended by Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacır and Labor and Social Security Minister Vedat Işıkhan, the initiative was officially introduced, marking a significant step towards Türkiye's vision of becoming a global technology hub.
Minister Kacır highlighted that the Türkiye Tech Visa Program serves as a cornerstone in the country's journey to establish itself as a leader in global technology. The program offers a comprehensive support package that facilitates the seamless integration of tech professionals and entrepreneurs into Türkiye's innovation landscape. By accelerating their entry, the program aims to boost the success of innovative startups and enhance the growth of tech ventures, further solidifying Türkiye's position in the global tech scene.
"By offering participants a special three-year work permit, we accelerate their transition to living and working in Türkiye, enabling them to explore long-term opportunities and integrate into the local community, helping them feel truly at home," Minister Kacır remarked.
The Türkiye Tech Visa Program provides participants with a three-year work permit, allowing them to live and work in Türkiye with minimal administrative barriers. This initiative is designed to help tech talent make long-term plans and establish permanent roots in Türkiye, while offering expert guidance to navigate legal, financial, and technical challenges during the first six months of their entrepreneurial journey.
Minister Işıkhan also emphasized the program's value for Türkiye's workforce, noting that it will attract international talent while also upskilling the local workforce. The program will streamline work permit processes for startup founders, reducing bureaucratic obstacles and fostering a more dynamic business environment.
Through the Tech Visa Program, Türkiye will further integrate international tech talent into its growing innovation ecosystem, enhancing collaboration between domestic and global players.