In some types of work foreigners must obtain prior authorization that shows the foreigner has necessary qualifications and expertise.
It is mandatory to obtain prior authorization in the evaluation of work permit applications of foreigners who will work in health and education services that require professional competence.
Prior authorization is the evaluation by the relevant public institutions whether the applicant foreigners have the necessary qualifications and expertise for the professions they will serve.
Health services, education services, lecturers and R&D personnel need prior authorization to pursue their profession in Turkey.
How to Obtain Prior Authorization to Work In Turkey?
The Ministry of Health in health services and the Ministry of Education in education services are authorized to give prior authorization documents to foreigners who will be engaged in professional activities in these services.
The work permit for foreign academic staff is given by the Ministry of Labor and Social Security based on the prior authorization to be given by the Council of Higher Education in accordance with the relevant legislation.
Work permit applications of foreigners who will work as R&D personnel in companies that have R&D Center Certificate within the scope of the Law on Supporting Research, Development and Design Activities no. 5746 and related legislation are evaluated if the Ministry of Science, Industry and Technology has a positive opinion.