1. Introduction: What Is “Cancellation of Turkish Citizenship”? Under Turkish law, loss of citizenship is not a single, uniform concept. The Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901 regulates several different ways in which a person may cease to be a Turkish citizen, such as: When practitioners and foreign clients talk about “cancellation of Turkish citizenship”, they […]
1. Introduction: Why Divorce Matters for Citizenship Acquired Through Marriage Turkish law allows a foreign spouse to acquire Turkish citizenship through marriage with a Turkish citizen, provided that certain material and procedural conditions are satisfied. In practice, this is one of the most commonly used naturalization routes for foreigners who build their family and social […]
1. Legal Framework: How Turkish Citizenship Is Regulated Turkish citizenship is not a purely political term; it is a legal status that defines the relationship between an individual and the Republic of Türkiye. The basic rules about who is considered a Turkish citizen, how citizenship is acquired, and under what conditions it can be lost […]
1. Introduction “What are the requirements for acquiring Turkish citizenship?” is one of the most frequent questions asked by foreigners who live, work, invest or marry in Türkiye. Turkish nationality law is mainly regulated by Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901 and its implementing Regulation, supported by the Law on Foreigners and International Protection No. 6458 […]
Acquiring Turkish citizenship through marriage is a legally recognized path but subject to strict requirements under Law No. 5901. Applicants must be married to a Turkish citizen for at least three years, live together, and prove the marriage is genuine. Many applications are rejected due to early filing, lack of cohabitation proof, or missing documents. This article explains the legal conditions, common mistakes, and practical tips for a successful application.
Introduction For many foreigners married to Turkish citizens, the most common question is: Can I obtain Turkish citizenship through marriage? The answer is yes—but not automatically. Under Law No. 5901 on Turkish Citizenship, foreigners married to Turkish citizens may apply for Turkish citizenship by marriage after meeting specific conditions, including a minimum 3-year marriage period, […]
Introduction Unlike general naturalization, which requires five years of residence, Turkish exceptional naturalization (İstisnai Yolla Vatandaşlık) allows certain foreigners to acquire Turkish citizenship directly by decision of the Council of Ministers (now the President) without fulfilling ordinary residence or settlement conditions. The grounds for exceptional naturalization are listed in Law No. 5901 on Turkish Citizenship. […]
Introduction If you are planning to acquire Turkish citizenship through Turkish general naturalization, this guide explains the legal framework, who qualifies, the evidence you must prepare, and how to handle common problems. Under Turkish Citizenship Law (Law No. 5901), “general naturalization” (Genel Yolla Vatandaşlık) is the standard route for eligible foreigners who can demonstrate long-term […]
Introduction If you are exploring whether you or your child qualify for Turkish citizenship by birth, this guide explains the legal framework, who is eligible, which documents you will need, and how to resolve the most common problems. Under Turkish law, citizenship by birth primarily follows jus sanguinis (citizenship by descent), meaning that a child […]