According to the International Labor Law No.  6735, foreigners who intend to work in Turkey should apply for a work permit in the ministry of labor and social security and this application should have a positive result before they start working. The work permit replaces the residence permit.

REQUIREMENTS FOR WORK PERMIT APPLICATION

FOREIGNERS WHO DON’T NEED REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY FOR A WORK PERMIT

Types of Work Permits for foreign nationals are grouped under 4 main headings