Hello, I hope you can help me,

I plan to live in Turkey the next year as au pair. It seems I am going to be there at least a year with my host family. I already read some topics but still I have some questions, I apreciate any help.

1. I know I need a visa before going there (I am from Colombia), but I am not sure what kind of visa should I apply for (and this is important because the consulate for colombians is located on Venezuela, so, I need to make things right). private visit visa? work visa? tourist visa? which do you think is the best option?

2. I am not sure if i need a work permit if i am au pair.

3. I am not sure if i need a residence permit.

I am sorry if this seems repetitive, but I really need help as soon as possible and still I get really confused about my official status there. Thanks : )

MayraD.