Foreigners Law

Foreigners’ law is the branch of law that regulates the living, working and benefiting from various rights of foreign nationals in a country. In Turkey, many issues such as foreigners’ entry and exit procedures, work permits, residence permits, immigration status and social security rights of foreigners are regulated within the framework of foreigners’ law. This area of ​​law is of critical importance for immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, foreign workers and other foreign nationals.

Foreigners law in Turkey is based on fundamental legislation such as the Law on Foreigners and International Protection No. 6458 and the Law on Granting Work Permits to Foreigners No. 4926. These legal regulations determine the legal status of foreigners in Turkey and also cover immigration and refugee rights. Foreigners law also includes legal support for foreigners residing in Turkey on important issues such as obtaining work permits, applying for residence permits, applying for citizenship and settlement permits.

Basic Issues to be Considered within the Scope of Foreigners Law:

1. Residence Permit: – Foreigners need to obtain a residence permit in order to stay in Turkey for a certain period of time. Detailed information about the required documents and processes must be provided in order for the residence permit application to be accepted.
2. Work Permit: – Foreign nationals need to obtain a work permit to work in Turkey. Work permit applications may vary depending on specific sectors and areas of work. In the work permit process, it is important to manage the application within the legal framework.
3. International Protection and Refugee Status: – Turkey may grant refugee or asylum seeker status to individuals who apply for international protection. Professional guidance is provided on the necessary procedures and legal rights for such applications of foreigners.
4. Family Reunification and Family Permit: – Family members of foreign nationals must obtain a family reunification permit in order to come to Turkey and live together. Family reunification and family permit applications are subject to special regulations.
5. Citizenship Application: – It is possible for a foreign national to apply for Turkish citizenship after residing in Turkey for a certain period of time. The conditions, documents and application procedures required for citizenship application are important.
6. Social Security Rights of Foreigners: – Social security rights are also an important issue when foreign nationals work or reside in Turkey. Payment of social security premiums and insurance rights of foreigners are subject to certain legal regulations.
7. Immigration Status and Processes: – In order for foreign nationals in Turkey to have immigration status, certain procedures must be fulfilled. Immigration procedures vary depending on special permits and residence conditions.
8. Immigration Status and Processes: – In order for foreign nationals in Turkey to have immigration status, certain procedures must be fulfilled. Immigration procedures vary depending on special permits and residence conditions.
9. Exit of Foreigners from Turkey: – Legal regulations regarding the exit procedures of foreign nationals from Turkey and their return to their country are also included in the scope of foreigners law. These processes sometimes include situations such as temporary or permanent relocation.
10. Foreigners Acquiring Real Estate in Turkey: – In order for foreign nationals to purchase real estate in Turkey, they must comply with certain rules. The permits and documents to be obtained in this regard are also evaluated within the framework of foreigners’ law.

Legal Services We Provide as Aykut Law Firm within the Scope of Foreigners Law:

• Residence and Work Permit Applications: Applications for permits required by foreign nationals to reside or work in Turkey and management of application processes.
• International Protection and Refugee Applications: Evaluation of refugee status applications and international protection requests, provision of legal guidance.
• Citizenship Applications: Fulfilling the necessary procedures for foreigners to apply for Turkish citizenship.
• Family Reunification Applications: Legal support regarding family reunification applications of foreign nationals and the settlement of family members in Turkey.
• Social Security and Insurance Rights: Protecting the social security and insurance rights of foreigners in Turkey and providing guidance on their legal rights.
• Acquisition of Real Estate by Foreigners: Obtaining the necessary permits and carrying out the legal procedures for foreigners to purchase real estate in Turkey.
• Legal Disputes and Dispute Resolution: Professional support for resolving legal disputes of foreigners in Turkey.

As Aykut Law Firm, we provide accurate and reliable guidance to foreign nationals in their legal processes in Turkey with the comprehensive services we offer in the field of foreigners’ law. We provide professional support at every stage in order to facilitate the lives of foreigners in Turkey and to protect their legal rights.