MOVING TO TURKEY

elow is a list of the documents you will need when planning an international removal to Turkey:

• Work permit
• Detailed moving inventory – We will complete this if you want us to undertake a full packing service for your removal
• Original Passport (Of the individual moving/importing the goods)
• Letter to Customs
• Tax identification number (TIN)
• Original bill of lading (OBL) / air waybill (AWB) – We will take care of this if completing the entire international removal to Turkey for you.
• Marriage certificate (non – citizens coming for marriage)
• Rental contract / property title or deed (non – citizens)
• Turkish citizenship number (non – citizens / returning citizens)
• Permanent return certificate / export declaration form (returning citizens)
• Letter of assignment (diplomats, government officials)
• Diplomatic franchise (applicable only to diplomatic relocations / diplomats moving)

We recommend providing these as soon as possible to reduce delays with your removal to Turkey. Late receipt of documentation can lead to missed shipments, additional charges and penalties at Turkish Customs. For your own protection, we will almost never ship your goods without the above in place.

• Only used goods may be imported.
• The detailed moving inventory must include a description of each item in the shipment, including the brand name and serial numbers of electrical items.
• The shipment may contain no items packed by the owner (PBO).
• The names on the passport and original bill of lading (OBL) / air waybill (AWB) must match identically.
• Customs clearance takes approximately 4 – 5 business days.
• For small air shipments entering by way of paid taxes, the owner of the goods must arrive more than 1 month prior to or 1 month after the arrival of the goods.
• The shipment must arrive no earlier than 2 months prior to owner of the goods’ arrival or no later than 6 months after the owner of the goods’ last entry into Turkey.
• For non – citizens coming to Turkey to marry, the shipment must arrive within 12 months after or 2 months prior to the marriage date; the Turkish spouse must have resided in Turkey for the 12 months preceding the marriage date.
• Non – citizens must provide a list of entry and exit dates in last 2 years from nearest police headquarters.
• For non – citizens shipping by air, a residence permit or rental contract (valid for a minimum of 24 months) must be certified by a notary or the original of the property title or deed is required for permanent import.
• There are three document options for non – citizens shipping household goods into Turkey:
• Option 1: The owner of the goods must present a copy of a rental contract (minimum of 24 months), certified by a notary, or an original property title / deed must presented for permanent import.
• Option 2: If the owner of the goods does not have a rental contract or property title / deed with a work permit for temporary import and original residence permit, a deposit must be paid of approximately 30% above the total value of the shipment or a bank guarantee letter must be provided.
• Option 3: If the owner of the goods does not have a rental contract, property title / deed, work permit or residence permit, the owner of the goods must pay tax if the value of the shipment exceeds1500€ for permanent import of approximately 20%.
• The shipment must arrive within 30 days of the arrival of the owner of the goods.
• Returning citizens must provide their spouse’s passport if they are married.
• If they are a bachelor they must provide their ID certificate from Registry Office(Nüfus müdürlügünden vukuatlı nüfus kayit örnegi)
• Returning citizens must provide a list of entry and exit dates in last 3 years, obtained the nearest police headquarters
• There are four document options for returning citizens shipping household goods into Turkey:
• Option 1: The owner of the goods must present the original permanent return certificate from the nearest Turkish Consulate in the origin country indicating that the owner of the goods has resided in the country of origin for at least 2 years.
• Option 2: A copy of the export declaration form used to export the same shipment from Turkey previously.
• Option 3: If the owner of the goods does not have a permanent return certificate or export declaration form, taxes must be paid if the shipment exceeds 1500€ of approximately 20%.
• Option 4: A copy of the rental contract (minimum of 24 months), certified by a notary or an original property title / deed for permanent import is required.

If you are unsure about what you need, one of our international move managers is always willing to help. Just call us on +44 20 7097 5335 , or fill out an international removal enquiry, and we’ll ease you through the process.

If you’re moving to Turkey, it’s very likely you’ll have to exchange a large amount of currency. Many people waste thousands doing this through their bank as they think there is no alternative; but we partner with Global Reach who specialise in doing just this. Global Reach will offer all Gerson Moving Services customers preferential rates when exchanging currency and guarantee to beat other rates you’re receiving. Ask one of our move managers about this, to find out more click here or give us a call: +44 20 7097 5335 .

We always advise taking out an insurance policy with us on every move. Although we like to think we’re the best in the industry, the odd accident can occasionally happen. For added peace of mind, make sure to speak to one of our move managers about this.

If you have already contracted us for your international removal to Turkey, then you can download the insurance form and email the completed form back to your international relocation manager.