A work permit is an official document issued by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security that gives the foreigner the right to work and reside in Türkiye within the validity period. According to the Law No. 6735 on International Labour Force, foreigners within the scope of this Law must obtain a work permit or work permit exemption before starting to work in Türkiye. Foreigners who work without a valid work permit or work permit exemption are subject to criminal and administrative action.