It is now easier than ever for Canadian digital nomads to work remotely from Türkiye. With the new Digital Nomad Pre-Application platform Digital Nomad GoTürkiye, digital nomads can now easily initiate their application process online. Gaining popularity following the COVID-19 pandemic, digital nomads capitalize on remote work by travelling the world and logging on wherever they have an internet connection.
Türkiye, with its robust technology infrastructure, easily accessible location, and highly advanced digital banking and payment systems has become a popular destination for digital nomads in recent years.
How to become a digital nomad in Türkiye
In order to obtain a Digital Nomad Identification Certificate, one must upload the following documents after signing up on the platform:
- Travel document/passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in Türkiye
- Higher Education diploma or diploma substitute document
- Document showing that the applicant works as a Digital Nomad, which can be either a contract if working for a company (except companies in Türkiye) or, if self-employed, proof of contracted work between the applicant and the company (except companies in Türkiye)
- Biometric photo
- Document proving that the applicant has a monthly income of US$3,000 or an annual income of US$36,000.
Who can become a digital nomad?
Citizens of Canada and the United States aged 21-55 can apply for a Digital Nomad Visa in Türkiye.
With a Digital Nomad Visa, visitors can extend their stay in Türkiye and enjoy the country’s unique beauty while they make use of high-speed internet and cellular connectivity in its major cities.
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