Foreign Shepherds Are Coming: Work Permit Applications Now Open – Vezir Agency
Foreign Shepherd Work Permit Applications Now Open in Turkey
The Turkish Ministry of Labor and Social Security has announced that applications for work permits for foreign shepherds are now being accepted. This initiative aims to bolster the livestock sector by facilitating the employment of experienced foreign shepherds when domestic labor does not suffice.
Overview of the Work Permit Process
In collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, the Directorate General of International Labor has initiated the process to grant work permits to foreign shepherds and animal caretakers employed in registered livestock enterprises. These enterprises must be registered in the Animal Information System and possess specific herd sizes to qualify.
Eligibility Criteria for Foreign Shepherds
- Applicants must hold a valid residence permit issued for at least six months prior to application.
- Foreigners coming from abroad to work in Turkey are eligible to apply.
Requirements for Livestock Enterprises
- A small ruminant enterprise must have a minimum of 200 small ruminants.
- A beef cattle enterprise must maintain at least 100 cattle.
- A dairy cattle operation should have no fewer than 50 cattle.
- Mixed livestock farms combining beef and dairy cattle must possess at least 75 cattle.
Application Limits
Work permits can be issued to a maximum of three foreigners per livestock enterprise. Each permit can include one shepherd or herd manager, provided the enterprise meets the specified herd size criteria.
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