Enrollment
The enrollment process for incoming exchange students at Karadeniz Technical University is managed by the International Relations Office. This process usually takes place 1-2 weeks before the course registration period, aligning with the official start of the academic year. Upon completion of enrollment, students are granted access to the Student Information System (BYS), provided with a university email account, and issued a unique student identification number.
Student Enrollment Certificate
Also known as a "student letter" or "öğrenci belgesi" in Turkish, this document can be obtained from the Student Affairs Office (Öğrenci İşleri Dairesi). It contains vital information about your academic program at KTU, including your department/faculty, the duration of your studies, and your student number. Be sure to take note of key details, particularly your student number (öğrenci numarası), as it will be needed for all your academic activities.
Ph.D. and Postdoctoral Researchers
You will receive personalized instructions and guidance throughout your enrollment process. For further information and assistance, please feel free to contact the International Office.
Obtaining a tax identification number is an essential step for various administrative and official processes in Türkiye, including opening a bank account at certain banks or arranging health insurance. This number also plays a key role in completing tasks prior to receiving your residence permit, as it serves as an official identifier required by many institutions. To obtain your tax ID number, please visit here. This process can be done either online or in person at the nearest tax office.
Required Documents to Open a Bank Account.
When applying to open a bank account, banks typically request specific information and documents. With the completion of these documents, it is possible to easily create a bank account. The documents required for opening a bank account are as follows:
VakıfBank and Ziraat Bank offices are conveniently located on the Kanuni Campus of Karadeniz Technical University (KTU)
KTU provides easy access to ATMs for many major banks, available for both students and staff.
Remember to obtain your Tax ID Number in advance. And, please notify the KTU Erasmus Office about your intention to open a bank account for further assistance.
The Directorate General of Immigration Management (Göç İdaresi Genel Müdürlüğü), operating under the Ministry of Interior, is the official governmental authority responsible for residence permits in Türkiye.
The information provided here is intended for general guidance and may not reflect the latest legal or procedural updates. Incoming staff and students are responsible for managing their own applications, document submissions, and follow-up processes. For detailed instructions and the most current official updates, please refer to the Directorate General of Immigration Management's website.
All internaitonal staff and students planning to stay in Türkiye for more than three months (90 days) are required to apply for a residence permit, regardless of their nationality. Applicants must ensure they submit their residence permit application within the legal timeframe allowed after entering Türkiye. For example, if you hold a one-month visa or are exempt from a visa, you must apply for the residence permit within that one-month period. For residence permit extensions, the application process should be initiated at least two months (60 days) before the current permit expires.
The E-Devlet (E-Government) platform offers an online gateway to a variety of services provided by various government institutions in Türkiye. To obtain an E-Devlet password, you must visit a PTT (Post Office) branch with the following documents:
For more details about the E-Devlet system, please visit here
