Official Resources
Official Resources
Official Turkish government and public authority links for patients planning treatment in Türkiye. Open any resource to learn what it's for before visiting the official site.
These links lead to external official resources. Information may change, so always confirm details directly with the relevant authority.
Healthcare & Provider Verification
HealthTürkiye Official Portal
HealthTürkiye is the Republic of Türkiye's official platform for international health services, operated under the Ministry of Health. It brings government-backed information and services for people considering treatment in Türkiye into one place.
Go to official site www.healthturkiye.gov.trCertified Healthcare Providers & Facilitators
An official HealthTürkiye listing of healthcare providers and facilitator (intermediary) organisations that hold international health-tourism authorisation.
Go to official site healthturkiye.gov.trAuthorized Health Facilities & Intermediaries
The Ministry of Health's health-tourism directorate publishes lists of health facilities and intermediary organisations authorised to serve international patients.
Go to official site shgmturizmdb.saglik.gov.trTÜSKA Accredited Organizations
TÜSKA, the Turkish Health Care Quality and Accreditation Institute (part of TÜSEB), accredits healthcare organisations against defined national quality standards.
Go to official site tuska.tuseb.gov.trVisa, Entry & Stay
Visa Information for Foreigners
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes official information on visa requirements and passport validity for foreign nationals travelling to Türkiye.
Go to official site www.mfa.gov.trOfficial e-Visa Application
The official government e-Visa system lets eligible travellers apply for a Turkish visa online, quickly and securely.
Go to official site www.evisa.gov.trResidence Permit Types
The Presidency of Migration Management explains the types of residence permit available in Türkiye, including permits related to medical treatment and longer stays.
Go to official site en.goc.gov.tre-Residence Application
The official e-residence (e-İkamet) system is where foreigners apply for and manage residence permits in Türkiye.
Go to official site e-ikamet.goc.gov.trPatient Rights & Support
Patient Rights in Türkiye
The Ministry of Health publishes official information on patient rights in Türkiye, helping patients understand what to expect from care providers.
Go to official site www.saglik.gov.trInternational Patient Support
HealthTürkiye provides official support services for international patients, including an international call center for help before, during and after your visit.
Go to official site www.healthturkiye.gov.trYİMER 157 – Foreigners Communication Center
YİMER 157 is the official Foreigners Communication Center, offering multilingual assistance on visa, residence permit and related matters, including emergencies.
Go to official site en.goc.gov.trCİMER – Official Complaint Portal
CİMER, the Presidency's Communication Center, is the official channel for submitting applications, requests, complaints and feedback to public institutions.
Go to official site www.cimer.gov.trTravel & Tourism
GoTürkiye Official Travel Guide
GoTürkiye is the official travel guide of Türkiye, covering destinations, experiences and practical information to help plan a trip.
Go to official site goturkiye.comCertified Accommodation Facilities
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism offers a search for officially certified accommodation facilities across Türkiye.
Go to official site ktb.gov.trTÜRSAB Travel Agency Search
TÜRSAB, the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies, lets you check whether a travel agency is officially registered and licensed.
Go to official site online.tursab.org.trTÜRSAB Digital Verification System
TÜRSAB's digital verification system helps confirm the authenticity of travel agency websites, so you can spot fake or copycat sites.
Go to official site www.tursab.org.tr