Legal Risks of Working Without a Permit in Turkey: What Foreigners Must Know
Working without a permit in Turkey is subject to serious sanctions for both worker and employer under Law No. 4817.
Sanctions for the Foreign Worker
- Administrative fine
- Cancellation of residence permit
- Deportation order
- Entry ban (restriction code)
Sanctions for the Employer
- Heavy fine per undocumented worker
- Doubled fines for repeat violations
- Exclusion from public tenders and incentives
Remote Work Note
Working remotely for a foreign company from Turkey can technically constitute work in Turkey. This area is legally grey; consult an expert if you are staying long-term.
Contact Demirel Consultancy to obtain the correct permits for legal work in Turkey.
