Turkish Immigration Law

Turkish Immigration & Residency Services

Expert Legal Assistance for Visas, Residency, Work Permits & Citizenship in Turkey

Navigating Turkish Immigration Law

Turkey is a key destination for foreign nationals seeking residency, work, or investment opportunities due to its business-friendly visa policies, strategic location, and growing economy. Whether you are an expatriate, investor, entrepreneur, or retiree, understanding Turkish immigration law is essential for securing legal residence, obtaining work authorization, or applying for Turkish citizenship.

At Sahin Legal Consultancy, we assist individuals, businesses, and families with visa applications, residency permits, work permits, Turkish citizenship, and legal compliance. As a licensed Turkish lawyer, I provide end-to-end immigration services, ensuring your applications are approved efficiently and comply with Turkish immigration regulations.


Who We Assist

Foreign Professionals & Workers – Securing work permits and employment visas in Turkey.
Business Owners & Investors – Helping entrepreneurs establish legal residence through company formation.
Real Estate Investors – Assisting in Turkish residency applications via property investment.
Students & Academics – Handling student visas and university residency permits.
Retirees & Expatriates – Helping individuals obtain long-term residence permits.
Families & Dependents – Assisting with family reunification visas and dependent residence permits.


🔹 Turkish Immigration Law Services Provided by Sahin Legal Consultancy

As a licensed Turkish lawyer, I provide comprehensive legal support for individuals and businesses navigating Turkish immigration law, visa processes, and residency regulations.


1️⃣ Turkish Residence Permit Applications (Short-Term & Long-Term Residency)

✔ Assisting with short-term residence permits for foreigners staying over 90 days.
✔ Applying for long-term residence permits for expatriates living in Turkey for over 8 years.
✔ Helping real estate buyers obtain residency permits through property investment.
✔ Renewing expired residence permits before legal deadlines.

📌 Example:
A British couple purchases an apartment in Istanbul and wants to apply for a Turkish residence permit. I assist in the entire application process.


2️⃣ Work Permit Applications & Business Visas

✔ Handling work permit applications for foreign employees and business owners.
✔ Advising companies on hiring foreign workers and ensuring compliance with Turkish labor laws.
✔ Assisting self-employed entrepreneurs in securing work authorization in Turkey.

📌 Example:
A Dutch engineer secures a job in Turkey but needs a work permit. I manage the entire work permit application with the Turkish Ministry of Labor.


3️⃣ Turkish Citizenship by Investment & Naturalization

✔ Assisting investors in obtaining Turkish citizenship through property purchases or business investment.
✔ Ensuring compliance with the $400,000 real estate investment threshold for citizenship.
✔ Handling naturalization applications for foreigners married to Turkish citizens.

📌 Example:
An American investor buys a $500,000 property in Bodrum and applies for Turkish citizenship. I oversee the citizenship application and investment compliance process.


4️⃣ Business Immigration & Company Formation for Foreigners

✔ Establishing Turkish companies for foreign entrepreneurs seeking residence through business ownership.
✔ Handling visa sponsorship for business executives and investors.
✔ Advising on tax and regulatory compliance for foreign-owned businesses in Turkey.

📌 Example:
A UK entrepreneur wants to open a technology startup in Turkey. I assist with company formation, tax registration, and business residency permits.


5️⃣ Student Visas & Academic Residence Permits

✔ Securing student residence permits for international students in Turkish universities.
✔ Assisting researchers and academics with special research visas.

📌 Example:
A German student is accepted into a Turkish university and needs a student visa and residence permit. I handle the entire process.


6️⃣ Family Reunification & Dependent Visas

✔ Helping foreign residents in Turkey sponsor family members for residence permits.
✔ Assisting Turkish citizens’ spouses in obtaining legal residence and eventual citizenship.

📌 Example:
A Turkish national marries a Canadian spouse. I assist in obtaining a dependent residence permit for the spouse.


🔹 Expanding Legal Support Through Law Firm Collaboration (Reserved Legal Services)

While I provide visa, residency, and business immigration assistance, certain legal matters require an SRA-regulated solicitor. Through collaboration with a UK law firm, we offer:


1️⃣ Immigration Appeals & Legal Challenges (Reserved Legal Service)

✔ Representing clients in residence permit denials, visa rejections, and immigration appeals.
✔ Challenging deportation orders and visa refusals in Turkish courts.

📌 Example:
A foreign worker's Turkish work permit is unfairly rejected. The law firm files an appeal against the rejection.


2️⃣ Turkish Citizenship Litigation & Complex Applications (Reserved Legal Service)

✔ Handling complex citizenship applications and legal disputes regarding naturalization.
✔ Assisting clients in court challenges over citizenship refusals.

📌 Example:
A businessman applies for Turkish citizenship via investment but faces bureaucratic delays. The law firm ensures the case is legally resolved.


3️⃣ Deportation Defense & Human Rights Immigration Cases (Reserved Legal Service)

✔ Defending clients facing deportation orders from Turkish authorities.
✔ Handling human rights-based asylum and refugee visa applications.

📌 Example:
A foreign national is wrongfully detained for deportation. The law firm files a legal petition to stop the deportation process.


Why Choose Sahin Legal Consultancy for Turkish Immigration Services?

Licensed Turkish Lawyer with Immigration Law Expertise – Assisting expatriates, investors, and professionals relocating to Turkey.
Strategic Visa & Residency Solutions – Providing fast-track residence and work permit options.
Expert Guidance on Citizenship by Investment – Helping clients secure Turkish nationality through real estate or business investment.
Full Legal Support for Business & Family Immigration – Offering corporate visa sponsorship and dependent visa assistance.
Collaboration with UK Law Firms for Immigration Appeals & Litigation – Providing legal protection in complex immigration cases.

📩 Planning to relocate to Turkey? Need help with visas, work permits, or citizenship? Contact Sahin Legal Consultancy today for expert Turkish immigration legal services