Ranked universities. English-taught degrees. Low living costs. Halal food on every corner. And a fully funded government scholarship. For many families, it is the most comfortable way to study abroad. Ready to study in Turkey from Pakistan? Unity Consultants helps with both scholarship and self-funded routes.
Study in Turkey
To study in Turkey from Pakistan, you need a student visa. You apply at the Turkish Embassy in Islamabad or a Turkish consulate once you have your acceptance letter. A complete file makes your Turkey student visa from Pakistan quick and simple.
After you register at your university, you apply online for a student residence permit through e-İkamet. You do this within your visa’s validity. Your permit stays valid only while you are an active student.
Work rights depend on your level. Bachelor’s students can work part-time after their first year, up to 24 hours a week, with a work permit. Master’s and PhD students can apply for a work permit from day one.
Student Visa Key Facts
- Documents: acceptance letter, passport, bank statements, housing details and attested papers.
- Residence permit: apply through e-İkamet after you enrol.
- Health insurance: join Türkiye’s General Health Insurance within 3 months of getting your permit.
- Polio certificate: carry a polio vaccination certificate when you travel from Pakistan.
- Work permit: always needed for off-campus work.
After Graduation Key Facts
- No post-study visa: Türkiye has no special post-study work visa.
- Staying on: you need an employer-sponsored work permit.
- Recognition: confirm HEC equivalence before you enrol.
Why students choose Unity Consultants: we compare public and private universities in Turkey for Pakistani students. We guide your Türkiye Burslari application. We help with diploma equivalence (denklik). Then we prepare your visa file.
1 yr+
Work possible after first year for undergraduate students
1 yr
Maximum post-study residence permit
6 mo
Apply after graduation
The cost of studying in Turkey is among the lowest of any study destination. Most students spend US$400–700 a month. Istanbul costs more. Ankara, Izmir and Konya cost less.
Prices change fast because of inflation. That is why many private universities set their fees in US dollars or euros. Most also offer partial scholarships to strong students.
| Monthly cost | Typical range (USD) |
| Rent (dormitory or shared flat) | 150–400 |
| Food and groceries | 120–200 |
| Transport (student card) | 15–30 |
| Phone, internet and personal | 40–80 |
Key Facts
- Tuition: public universities are low-cost. Private universities range from about US$3,000 to over US$20,000 a year.
- University scholarships: many private universities give 25–100% tuition scholarships for good grades.
- Food: eating out is cheap, and campus meals are subsidised.
Türkiye Burslari 2027: this government scholarship covers tuition, a monthly stipend, housing, health insurance, flights and a one-year Turkish course. Applications usually run from about 10 January to 20 February. Age limits apply: under 21 for bachelor’s, under 30 for master’s and under 35 for PhD.
Türkiye has two intakes. September is the main one. February is smaller. Public universities often require an entrance exam (YÖS or SAT). Private universities usually admit you on grades alone, which is faster.
| Intake | Course start | Typical application window |
| September (main) | September–October | March to August (direct entry); about 10 January–20 February (Türkiye Burslari) |
| February (limited) | February | October to December |
How to study in Turkey from Pakistan
- Choose public or private universities.
- Apply directly, or through Türkiye Burslari.
- Receive your acceptance letter and pay any deposit.
- Apply for your student visa in Pakistan.
- Register at your university and apply for your residence permit.
- Complete diploma equivalence (denklik) if required.
Entry requirements for Pakistani students
- Bachelor’s: FSc, ICS or A-Levels. Many private universities accept around 50–60% marks.
- Master’s: a recognised bachelor’s degree. Some programmes ask for ALES or GRE.
- Study in Turkey in English: English-taught courses ask for IELTS or TOEFL.
- Study in Turkey without IELTS: take an English preparatory year in Turkey instead. Turkish-taught courses include a Turkish prep year.
Documents to prepare: passport, attested transcripts and diplomas, English test results (if you have them), photos, acceptance letter, bank statements and polio certificate.
Türkiye feels familiar from the first day. It is a Muslim-majority country with mosques, halal food and prayer spaces everywhere. People are warm, and Pakistan and Türkiye share a long friendship.
Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Konya mix history with modern campus life. International student communities are large and active.
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- Language: many courses are in English; basic Turkish helps with daily life.
- Earthquakes: know your building’s emergency plan.
- Hospitality: warm, family-centred culture.
- Prep year: many universities start with an English or Turkish preparatory year.
- Flights: direct flights between Istanbul and major Pakistani cities.
Why study in Turkey from Pakistan? Low costs, a familiar culture, English-taught degrees and the generous Türkiye Burslari. Book your free consultation with Unity Consultants and start your Turkey plan today.
Capital
Ankara
Language
Turkish
Time
GMT +3
Currency
Turkish lira(TRY)
Population
85.7M
Immigrants
8.2%
Top Universities in UK
Istanbul Aydin University
Location: Florya , Turkey
Rankings
QS Ranking
#1201–1400
THE Ranking
N/A
Founded in
2007
Tuition Fee
On request