As Karanfiloğlu Law and Mediation, we aim to answer those who are curious about this process with this blog post that provides general information about the loss of Turkish citizenship in Turkey. Get detailed information about how Turkish citizenship can be lost, how this process works and in which cases Turkish citizenship will be lost.
Main Reasons for Losing Turkish Citizenship
Turkish citizenship can be lost for various reasons according to the Turkish Citizenship Law.
Here are the main reasons that can lead to the loss of Turkish citizenship:
Voluntary abandonment of citizenship: When a Turkish citizen wants to accept the citizenship of another country and wants to renounce Turkish citizenship, he can renounce his citizenship by applying to the Turkish authorities.
Living outside of Turkey in case of dual citizenship: When a Turkish citizen has citizenship of another country due to his/her parents, he/she has to reside in Turkey uninterruptedly until the age of 25. Otherwise, he may lose his Turkish citizenship.
Legal process: A Turkish citizen may lose his Turkish citizenship by engaging in actions that threaten national security or by engaging in activities against Turkey against a foreign state.
The Process of Losing Turkish Citizenship
The process of losing Turkish citizenship varies depending on the reason for the loss of citizenship. In case of voluntary relinquishment of citizenship, Turkish citizens must apply to the Ministry of Interior and declare that they want to renounce their citizenship. When the application is accepted, the person loses Turkish citizenship.
In the case of loss of Turkish citizenship for other reasons, the process is more complex and often requires due process. The Ministry of Interior or another authorized institution can apply for the cancellation of Turkish citizenship.
Consequences of Losing Turkish Citizenship
The loss of Turkish citizenship has important consequences.
Here are some of these results:
Right to reside and work in Turkey: A person who is not a Turkish citizen may not have the right to reside and work in Turkey. Therefore, the person who loses Turkish citizenship will need appropriate visas and permits to live and work in Turkey.
Social rights in Turkey: A person who is not a Turkish citizen may not be able to benefit from social rights in Turkey. This includes areas such as health care, education and other government support.
Loss of Turkish passport: A person who loses Turkish citizenship also loses his Turkish passport. This means that the person wishing to travel must use the passport of the country of which he or she is a new citizen.
Military service: A male who is not a Turkish citizen will be exempt from military service in Turkey.
Cancellation of Loss of Turkish Citizenship
Persons who have lost their Turkish citizenship can regain Turkish citizenship under certain conditions. Turkish Citizenship Law regulates the process of regaining citizenship. In this process, the person must have a valid residence permit to live and work in Turkey and declare their intention to regain Turkish citizenship. The application is evaluated by the Ministry of Interior and when it is accepted, the person becomes a Turkish citizen again.
As a result, loss of Turkish citizenship can happen for various reasons and through different processes. As Karanfiloğlu Law and Mediation, we offer consultancy services on issues related to Turkish citizenship. Contact us for help and information on loss or recovery of Turkish citizenship.
