Foreigners Law
Turkey is historically located on an important migration and trade route and in recent years has become a country where foreigners apply to invest, work or reside. This situation increases the importance of the field of Foreigners' Law, which regulates the legal status of foreigners in Turkey. Senkur Law and Attorney Pelşin Senkur, operating in Izmir, plays an important role in solving legal problems, especially for foreign investors, employees and residents, with its services in the field of foreigners' law.
In this article, we will examine in detail the basic concepts of foreigners' law, the rights of foreigners in Turkey and the legal regulations they face. We will also discuss the developments in the field of foreigners' law and Senkur Law's services in this field.
What is Foreigners' Law?
Foreigners' law is the branch of law that regulates the legal status, rights and obligations of foreigners within a country. In Turkey, foreigners' law covers many processes from the entry of foreigners into Turkey to their transactions such as working, residing, investing, and acquiring citizenship. At the same time, the legal rights of foreigners in Turkey and the provisions on how to protect these rights are also included in this branch of law.
Foreigners' law in Turkey is shaped by many laws and regulations. Among these, the most important laws are the following:
Turkish Citizenship Law: Sets the conditions for foreigners to acquire Turkish citizenship.
Law on Foreigners and International Protection: Regulates the residence and working conditions of foreigners in Turkey.
Law on Work Permits: Determines the conditions for foreigners to work in Turkey.
Regulations on Real Estate Sales: It includes the legal regulations applicable for foreigners to buy real estate in Turkey.
Senkur Law provides consultancy services to its foreign clients in Izmir in accordance with these legal regulations and helps to complete the processes quickly and in a legally correct manner.
Entry of Foreigners into Turkey and Residence Permits
The entry and residence of foreigners in Turkey is subject to certain legal regulations and permits. Foreigners traveling to Turkey must complete certain documents before entering Turkey. Entry permits may vary according to visa types:
1. Visa Types and Application Process
Foreigners may need a visa to enter Turkey. The visa application varies according to the country applied for. Turkey, as a country outside the Schengen area, regulates the entry of foreigners as a country with various types of visas. The most common types of visas are:
Touristic Visa: Obtained for short-term visits.
Work Visa: Required for foreigners who want to work in Turkey.
Student Visa: Used for educational purposes.
Family Reunification Visa: Required for foreigners who are married to a Turkish citizen.
The application process is usually shaped according to the type of visa applied for and the application is made with various documents. Senkur Law ensures that foreigners apply for visas with the correct documents and provides solutions for any legal problems that may arise during the application process.
2. Residence Permits and Types
Foreigners are required to obtain a residence permit for long-term residence in Turkey. Residence permits are permits issued for a specific period of time and allow foreigners to live in Turkey. The most common residence permits in Turkey are the following:
Short-Term Residence Permit: Issued to foreigners who wish to reside for more than 90 days.
Long Term Residence Permit: Issued to foreigners who reside in Turkey for 8 years without interruption.
Residence Permit with Work Permit: Issued for foreigners with a work permit.
Documents required for obtaining a residence permit include health insurance, financial qualification and residence address. Senkur Law provides the necessary support for the legal problems encountered in residence permit applications and the correct execution of the application procedures.
Employment of Foreigners in Turkey and Work Permits
The right of foreigners to work in Turkey is regulated by the Law on Work Permits. Foreigners wishing to work in Turkey are required to have a specific work permit. A work permit is a prerequisite for foreigners to take part in the Turkish labor market. The work permit application may vary depending on the sectors, employers and positions foreigners wish to work in Turkey.
1. Work Permit Application Process
Work permit applications for foreigners are made by the employer in Turkey. The employer collects the necessary documents for the foreign worker he/she wants to employ and applies to the Ministry of Labor and Social Security. As a result of the application, it is decided whether the foreigner can obtain a work permit.
2. Types of Work Permits
Work permits are usually divided into the following types:
One-Time Work Permit: A permit valid for a certain period of time.
Permanent Work Permit: Allows foreigners to work for a long period of time.
Blue Card: A permanent work permit issued to foreigners married to Turkish citizens.
Senkur Law provides legal consultancy in all processes related to work permits for foreigners, solves the problems encountered during the application process and regulates the legal relations between the employer and the employee.
Foreigners Buying Real Estate in Turkey
The purchase of real estate in Turkey is an important legal issue for foreigners and is subject to certain conditions. The Turkish Civil Code and the Turkish Citizenship Law allow foreigners to purchase real estate in Turkey. However, there are some restrictions for foreigners to buy real estate in Turkey. These restrictions include, in particular, regulations on the purchase of real estate in certain regions.
1. Conditions for Foreigners to Buy Real Estate
Foreigners have the right to purchase real estate in provinces and districts in Turkey. However, this right is limited in some regions.
Foreigners are only allowed to own land smaller than 30 acres.
If the purchased real estate is used for investment purposes, approval from the relevant ministry may be required.
Senkur Law facilitates the real estate purchase process of foreigners in Turkey and ensures that the property purchase takes place legally by performing the necessary legal procedures.
Acquiring Citizenship for Foreigners in Turkey
The acquisition of Turkish citizenship by foreigners is subject to the conditions set out in the Turkish Citizenship Law. Foreigners may follow the following paths to acquire Turkish citizenship:
Naturalized Citizenship: Foreigners who have resided in Turkey for 5 years without interruption may apply for Turkish citizenship under certain conditions.
Citizenship by Investment: Foreigners who purchase a certain amount of real estate in Turkey, establish a business or make an investment can apply for citizenship.