Immigration & Citizenship Law
We serve foreign clients in three languages on residence and work permits, Turkish citizenship by investment, objections to deportation orders and international protection applications.
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- Residence PermitIn Preparation
A residence permit is a document issued by the migration authority allowing foreign nationals to legally reside in Türkiye for a specified period. Its types — short-term, family, student and long-term — are each subject to different conditions and durations.
- Work PermitIn Preparation
A work permit is the document foreign nationals must obtain from the competent ministry to work, whether as an employee or independently, in Türkiye. It generally also serves in place of a residence permit.
- Turkish Citizenship by Investment: Current Conditions and Process
- Deportation OrderIn Preparation
A deportation order is an administrative decision issued by the migration authority requiring a foreign national to leave Türkiye in the circumstances specified by law. It may be challenged before the administrative court within a short period from notification.
- Administrative DetentionIn Preparation
Administrative detention is the holding of a foreign national in a removal centre under administrative supervision until deportation procedures are completed. Its duration and conditions are limited by law, and the decision may be challenged before the magistrate's court.
- International ProtectionIn Preparation
International protection encompasses the refugee, conditional refugee or subsidiary protection status granted in Türkiye to foreign nationals at risk of persecution or serious harm in their country of origin. If the application is refused, the right to sue before the administrative court remains available.
- Company Formation by ForeignersIn Preparation
Company formation by foreigners is the process by which foreign natural or legal persons establish a company in Türkiye under Turkish law as a means of investment. Foreign investors are generally subject to the same formation procedure as domestic investors.
- Property Acquisition by ForeignersIn Preparation
Property acquisition by foreigners is the area governing the statutory conditions, such as reciprocity and area limits, under which foreign natural persons may own real estate in Türkiye. Acquisition in areas deemed sensitive for military or security reasons may be further restricted.
Frequently Asked in This Area
Can I obtain Turkish citizenship by purchasing property?
Yes; property purchases meeting the statutory minimum amount with a three-year no-sale commitment qualify you to apply. We manage the process end to end.
Learn moreWhat types of residence permits are available in Türkiye?
There are short-term, family, student, long-term, humanitarian and other permit types defined by law; each is subject to different duration, conditions and renewal rules. Choosing the correct permit type is decisive for the application's success.
Learn moreHow can a deportation order be challenged?
An annulment action against a deportation order may be filed before the administrative court within seven days of notification; filing the case does not automatically halt deportation unless the court decides otherwise, so it should be combined with a stay-of-execution request.
Learn moreHow long does a residence permit application take in Türkiye?
The duration varies depending on the type of application and the migration authority's workload; submitting a complete application with all required documents helps speed up the process.
Learn moreCan I work in Türkiye on a tourist visa?
No, a tourist visa or visa exemption does not confer the right to work; a foreign national wishing to work must separately obtain a work permit.
Learn moreThe information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a lawyer about your specific situation.