Turkish citizens need a Schengen visa to enter Spain, so the Digital Nomad Visa is typically applied for at a Spanish consulate in Turkey. The good news: Turkey is in the Hague Apostille Convention, so document legalisation is straightforward.
Visa-free Schengen entry
No — Schengen visa required
Apostille convention
Yes (Hague 1961)
Tax treaty with Spain
Yes
Consulates
Madrid embassy in Ankara, Consulate in Istanbul
Criminal record
Adli Sicil Kaydı issued via e-Devlet, then apostilled by the local Kaymakamlık (district governor’s office).
Apostille / legalisation
Apostille via Kaymakamlık for administrative documents and Adalet Komisyonu (Justice Commission) for court documents.
Where to apply
Apply at the Spanish Consulate-General in Istanbul or the Embassy in Ankara, depending on your registered address.
Tax considerations
Turkey’s tax treaty with Spain avoids double taxation. Plan to file a final Turkish return in your departure year.
Download the criminal record from e-Devlet
Use the “Adli Sicil ve Arşiv Kaydı” service. Print and bring to Kaymakamlık for apostille.
Apostille all documents
Educational diplomas via the relevant Valilik; criminal records via Kaymakamlık.
Sworn Spanish translations
Translate via a Spain-recognised traductor jurado after apostille.
Book the consulate appointment
BLS / consulate slots fill quickly — book as soon as documents are ready.
Enter Spain and apply for TIE
After visa issuance, enter Spain and apply for TIE within 30 days.
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