Your Complete Guide to e-Devlet for International Students in Turkey

What Is e-Devlet?

As you settle into life in Turkey, you’ll hear one word constantly: e-Devlet (e-Government).
Whether you need student documents, residence information, or health codes, e-Devlet centralizes nearly all public services in one online platform—saving you time and effort.

1. The First Step: Getting Your Password (Şifre)

You cannot register online for the first time. Identity verification must be done in person at a PTT (National Post Office) branch.

What You Need to Bring

• Foreigner ID Card (İkamet): Required (ID number usually starts with 99)
• Passport: Recommended as backup
• Mobile Phone: With a Turkish phone number
• Small Fee: Approximately 4–10 TL (cash preferred)

Where to Go

• Any PTT branch
• Search “En yakın PTT” (Nearest PTT) on Google Maps

At the PTT

1. Take a queue number (usually under “Gişe İşlemleri”) or go directly to the counter.
2. Say:

   “E-devlet şifresi almak istiyorum.”
   (I want to get an e-Devlet password.)

3. You’ll receive a sealed envelope with a temporary password.
   ⚠️ Do not lose it.

Alternative Method (If Available)

If you already use internet banking with a Turkish bank, you may log in directly via your bank’s app or website by selecting “e-Devlet Kapısı”, without visiting PTT.

2. Logging In & Activating Your Account

1. Go to https://www.turkiye.gov.tr
2. Click “Giriş Yap” (Log In)
3. Enter:
   • T.C. Kimlik No: Your Foreigner ID number (starts with 99)
   • e-Devlet Şifresi: Temporary password from PTT
4. You will be prompted to set a new permanent password
   • Choose a strong and memorable one

3. How to Download Your University Transcript

Your digital transcript from e-Devlet is legally valid thanks to its barcode and QR code—no registrar visit needed.

Steps

1. Use the search bar and type “Transkript”
2. Select “Transkript Belgesi Sorgulama”
   (Provided by Yükseköğretim Kurulu Başkanlığı – YÖK)
3. Your university information will appear
4. Click “Belge Oluştur” (Create Document)
5. Download or print the generated PDF

📌 Note:
The barcode and QR code make the document official and verifiable for:

• Housing applications
• Visa or residence permit renewals
• Scholarships and internships

4. Downloading a Student Certificate (Öğrenci Belgesi)

Before grades, you’ll often need proof that you are currently enrolled as a student.

Common Uses

• Student travel card (e.g., Istanbulkart)
• Opening a bank account
• Museum and cultural discounts

Steps

1. Search for “Öğrenci Belgesi”
2. Click “Öğrenci Belgesi Sorgulama”
   (Provided by YÖK)
3. Review your enrollment details
4. Click “Belge Oluştur”
5. Download the PDF

✔️ This document is officially valid due to the barcode at the top.

Final Tip 📱

Download the e-Devlet mobile app.
It’s fast, user-friendly, and perfect for accessing documents on the go—especially when you need to show proof quickly.

Welcome to digital bureaucracy, Turkish-style 🇹🇷

Written by: Tahmineh