How to Obtain a Student Certificate

You can request and download your Student Certificate through the Online Information System (OIS).

Step 1: Log in to OIS
Visit ois.beykoz.edu.tr and sign in using your student username and password provided by the University.

Step 2: Open the Document Request Menu
Click the purple menu icon on the left-hand side of the screen.

Step 3: Create a New Request
Select Online Document Request.
Choose Student Certificate as the Document Type.
Select your preferred Document Language.
Click Insert to create your request.

Step 4: Submit Your Request
Click the green Send Document Request to Student Affairs button to submit your request.

Step 5: Track Your Request
Your request will be processed by the Student Affairs Office. You can monitor its status through the OIS.
When the status changes to Signed, your certificate is ready for download.

Step 6: Download Your Student Certificate
Click the red download button next to your request to download the document.
All official student certificates are issued with an electronic signature, making them legally valid and verifiable online. You will see the statement “Electronically Signed” on the document.
After downloading, you may save the file digitally or print a hard copy whenever needed.

How to Get a Student Transportation Card (Istanbulkart)

What Is an Istanbulkart?

The Istanbulkart is a rechargeable smart card that allows you to use all public transportation services in Istanbul, including:

• Metro
• Metrobus
• Marmaray
• Tram
• Public buses
• Ferries

Instead of purchasing a separate ticket for each journey, you simply tap your Istanbulkart when boarding or entering the station. As a registered student, you are eligible for a Student Istanbulkart, which provides discounted fares on public transportation. We strongly recommend obtaining one to make your daily travel more convenient and affordable.

How to Apply

There are two ways to apply for a Student Istanbulkart.

Option 1: Apply Online

You can apply online through the official Istanbulkart website by following the application instructions and submitting the required documents.

Option 2: Apply in Person

You can also apply at an Istanbulkart Application Center or one of the official mobile application vehicles located in various districts, including Beykoz, Şişli, and Taksim.

To find the nearest application center, visit:

Istanbulkart Application Centers
https://www.istanbulkart.istanbul/basvuru-merkezleri

Note: Before applying for a Student Istanbulkart, please ensure that your student registration at Beykoz University has been completed and your student status has been activated in the system.

How to Get Health Insurance

All international students in Türkiye are required to have valid health insurance for the duration of their stay. There is a main options available: Private Health Insurance.

Private Health Insurance

Private health insurance provides coverage in private hospitals that have agreements with your insurance provider.

Key Points:

*You can purchase private health insurance for 1 or 2 years.
*It can be obtained directly from insurance companies.
*Beykoz University can also assist students in obtaining private health insurance.
*Payments should be made to the Accounting Department with support from the International Office.

How to Get a Residence Permit

All international students are required to obtain a Residence Permit to legally stay in Türkiye. Maintaining a valid residence permit throughout your studies is essential to avoid any disruption to your education.

International students must apply through the Directorate General of Migration Management (Göç İdaresi).

Step 1: Online Application

Complete your application and book an appointment via the official website:

https://e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr

Step 2: Prepare Your Documents

Before your appointment, you must prepare a complete application file. We strongly recommend visiting the International Office for document checks before submission.

Required Documents:

• Passport (original and photocopy)
  Must be valid for at least 6 months
• Visa page and entry stamps (or e-visa copy if applicable)
• Valid health insurance policy
• Student Certificate
• Statement of income (provided by the International Office)
• Previous residence permit (if applicable)
• Name equivalency letter (if names differ in passport)
• Birth certificate and parental consent (for applicants under 18, with notarized translation)
• Tax payment receipt (paid at tax offices as indicated in the application form)
• Signed residence permit application form
• Notarized rental contract
• Copy of landlord’s title deed (Tapu)
• 4 biometric photographs

Additional Requirements

• All documents must be complete and accurate before your appointment.
• Your passport must be valid for at least six months.
• Ensure that all forms are signed correctly before submission.

Step 3: Attend Your Appointment

Arrive on time at your scheduled appointment with your complete document file.

Missing documents may result in delays or rejection of your application.

Important Reminder

Maintaining a valid residence permit is mandatory for all international students in Türkiye. Please ensure that your application is completed within the required timeframe to avoid any legal or academic issues. Students must also update the university with their residence permit information once it is issued; failure to do so may result in administrative or academic complications.

Address Registration

After receiving your Student Residence Permit and Foreigner Identification Number (YKN), you are required to register your residential address with the Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs (Nüfus Müdürlüğü) in the district where you reside.

Please complete your address registration within 20 days of receiving your residence permit.

Required Documents

When registering your address, you will need to provide one of the following documents showing your name and residential address:

• A notarized rental agreement, or
• A recent utility bill (such as electricity, water, natural gas, or internet) issued in your name.

Important: Keeping your address registration up to date is a legal requirement in Türkiye. If you move to a new address, you must update your address registration with the relevant authorities and inform Beykoz University of your new address.

How to Select and Register for Courses

For undergraduate students, course registration for the first semester is completed automatically by the University. You do not need to select your courses during your first semester.

From your second semester onwards, you are responsible for selecting and registering for your courses through the Online Information System (OIS).

Course Registration Steps

1. Log in to your OIS account using your student credentials.
2. Click the first (grey) menu icon on the left-hand side.
3. Select Course Taking.
4. A list of available courses will be displayed, including:
   • Courses available for your current semester
   • Courses you have not yet taken
   • Courses you are required to repeat
   • Courses you may choose to repeat (if applicable)
5. Click the Enroll button next to each course you wish to register for.
6. After selecting your courses, click Send to Advisor to submit your course registration for academic approval.
7. Wait for your academic advisor to review and approve your course selection.

Master Degree students should make course registration by themselves with the help of the relevant Institute.

Contacting Your Academic Advisor

You can find your academic advisor’s name and email address on the OIS home page after logging in.

Alternatively, you can send a message directly through OIS:

1. Go to the Inbox section on the main page.
2. Click Compose Message.
3. Click the + icon next to your advisor’s name.
4. Write your message and click Send.

Important: Your course registration is not complete until it has been approved by your academic advisor. Please complete your course selection within the announced registration period to avoid delays in your studies.

How to Check Your Weekly Course Schedule

You can view your weekly class schedule through the Online Information System (OIS).

Steps

1. Log in to your OIS account using your student credentials.
2. Click the purple menu icon on the left-hand side of the screen.
3. Select Course Program.
4. Your weekly course schedule will be displayed, including the days, times, classrooms, and courses you are registered for.

Tip: We recommend checking your course schedule regularly, especially at the beginning of each semester, as classroom locations or course times may occasionally change.

How to Get a Turkish SIM Card

Having a Turkish phone number is highly recommended, as it will make it easier to communicate with the University, receive verification codes, and access various services in Türkiye.

You can purchase a SIM card from the official stores of major mobile operators, including:

• Turkcell
• Türk Telekom
• Vodafone

Required Documents

To purchase a SIM card, you will generally need:

• Passport (if you do not yet have a Residence Permit)
• Residence Permit (if available)
• Payment (prices and packages vary depending on the mobile operator)

Store staff can help you choose the package that best suits your needs.

How to Register Your Mobile Phone in Turkey?

1. Take your phone, your passport, and your Turkish residence permit to a Turkish government tax office (Vergi Dairesi).
2. Present them your imported mobile device from abroad and apply for device registraion.
3. Once you pay the tax, you will receive a Vergi Dairesi Alındısı, a paper receipt for the payment of the registration tax, with your mobile device’s IMEI noted on it.

!The registration tax fee changes every year.

How to Open a Bank Account

Opening a Turkish bank account will make it easier to manage your finances, receive payments, and carry out everyday transactions during your studies in Türkiye.

To open a bank account, visit a bank branch with the required documents.

Required Documents

Most banks require the following:

• Residence Permit
• Passport
• Turkish Tax Identification Number (obtained from the Tax Office)
• Address Registration Certificate

Once your documents have been verified, the bank will assist you in opening your account and provide information about your debit card, online banking, and mobile banking services.

Important: Required documents and account opening procedures may vary depending on the bank and even between different branches. We recommend contacting the bank in advance to confirm the latest requirements.

How to Get Important Announcements?

Important Announcements are usually posted under the news field on the website

• Regularly visit https://www.beykoz.edu.tr/
• Check your OIS portal for any announcements
• Check your Beykoz University Student Email inbox regularly.

How to Follow Important Dates

Beykoz University publishes all key academic dates in the Academic Calendar on its official website.

How to Access the Academic Calendar

1. Visit the Beykoz University website.
2. Select Academic Calendar from the menu.
3. Review important dates throughout the semester, including:
   • Registration periods
   • Course add/drop dates
   • Midterm and final examination periods
   • Public holidays
   • Semester start and end dates
   • Graduation and other academic deadlines

Important: The Academic Calendar may be updated when necessary. Please check the News section and the University’s official announcements regularly for any changes.

How to Check Exam Schedule/Timetable

1. Log in to Your OİS Account
2. Click on the purple icon on the left.
3. Click on “Exam Schedule”.
4. Your Exam Schedule will be displayed.