ISO: IR • Non-Apostille (Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Turkish Consulate Legalization Required)

Turquoise Card Guide for Iranian Nationals

TL;DR / Quick Summary

Iranian nationals with advanced degrees, recognized scientific contributions, or significant investment capital can obtain Turkey's prestigious Turquoise Card. Because Iran is not a Hague Apostille party, documents require Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) attestation and Turkish Consular legalization.

Consular & Document Specification Matrix

2026 Protocol

Jurisdiction	Turquoise Card Guide for Iranian Nationals (ISO: IR)
Apostille Convention	Non-Apostille (Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Turkish Consulate Legalization Required)
Primary Embassy City	Tehran
Average Processing Time	~75 Business Days
Certified Translation	Certified Turkish Sworn Translation with Notarization / Consular Seal

Application Procedures Under Law No. 6735

The Turquoise Card represents the highest tier of Turkish legal status for foreign talent, exempting holders from ordinary work permit quotas. The initial 3-year transition period monitors professional contributions before granting indefinite status.

Consular Submission Guidelines

Submit certified documents through the Turkish Embassy in Tehran or consulates in Tabriz, Mashhad, and Urmia, or directly inside Turkey if holding legal status. Consular legalization is strictly mandatory for all Iranian civil and educational certificates.

Country-Specific Frequently Asked Questions

How are Iranian documents verified without Apostille?

Documents must be translated by an official justice translator in Iran, verified by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and legalized by the Turkish Consulate.

What is the minimum investment requirement for Iranian investors?

Investors must demonstrate capital investment, export contribution, or enterprise generation as evaluated by the Turquoise Card Commission.

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Ensure complete regulatory compliance under Law No. 6735 before filing at the consular mission.

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