There are some issues that cause the withdrawal of Turkish citizenship by the Turkish authorities.
in this article, we will mention a few cases of withdrawal of Turkish citizenship, which become the daily chat for many people because of lots of rumors and threats regarding this issue and it is also in concern and interest of new citizens.
In the following, we will discuss those cases and verify which choice is left to the citizen and which choice is not permissible.
what are the Cases of withdrawal of Turkish citizenship?
Turkish citizenship will be withdrawal from citizens without choice and irrevocably in one of the following cases:
-If the citizen provided some services to a foreign country that does not have the same interests as Turkey.
the procedure before withdrawing the citizenship from a person, in this case, is to give prior notification of the necessity to stop this kind of behavior through foreign affairs representative offices, as well as the local administration in Turkey, in addition, to give a period of three months until this person stops those services.
- If the person volunteers to provide some services to another country that is considered an enemy to the people and country. unless this action is approved by the Ministers Council and submitted a permit to do so.
- If a person submitted fake certificates or documents in the citizenship application. as soon as this fraud is discovered, Turkish citizenship will be withdrawn from him immediately.
- If a person has two nationalities or more and then acquires another citizenship illegally, then the Turkish government withdraws his citizenship.
- If a person voluntarily renounces his own origin nationality, after three years of reaching the age of maturity.
As for the cases that allow choosing between withdrawing citizenship or not,
they are as follow:
- If the person obtained Turkish citizenship through the father or the mother or relatives.
- If a person obtains Turkish citizenship through adoption.
The Turkish citizenship holders' rights
after talking about cases of withdrawal of Turkish citizenship we should speak about the rights of Turkish citizenship holders.
The Turkish government grants citizenship to Syrians under law No. 12, and the applicant who going to earn citizenship is chosen by the Ministers Council or through the Ministry of Housing, and his application goes through Multiple stages before obtaining citizenship, and becoming a Turkish citizen has all rights and also all the duties.
All new citizens have all civil, economic, political, and social rights granted by the Turkish constitution like all Turkish citizens, and for sure they earned many rights such as owning real estate, voting, as well as, moving freely around the country, and many other rights.
exceptional Turkish citizenship
According to Turkish law, a foreigner can obtain Turkish citizenship exceptionally, if he is considered not to be a threat to national security or public safety.
the exceptional citizenship could be granted for foreign residents based on the approval of the Ministry of Interior and the Council of Ministers for some cases that were mentioned in the Turkish Citizenship Law such as:
-If the person brings industrial facilities to the republic or performs some exceptional services and talents in the technological, scientific, social, cultural, artistic, and sports fields.
-When it is decided to grant certain persons Turkish citizenship for necessity.
Advantages of Turkish citizenship
properly that you heard one day that someone wants to earn Turkish citizenship, so, what is into Turkish citizenship that attracts people?
recently Turkish citizenship become one of the most wanted nationalities in the world, especially during the political and economic development as well as the significant progress at Infrastructure and all levels.
On the other hand, Turkey progressing rapidly and racing the developed countries in the world. And It is expected that this progress will continue in the future, due to the ambition and devotion of the Turkish government to win the lead among the developed countries in the world.
let us count some of the advantages of Turkish citizenship:
1-Turkey is considered one of the most powerful countries in the world in terms of politics and economics.
2-The Turkish passport ranks high among the world's passports.
3-After having a Turkish passport, you can travel to 72 countries without a visa, in addition to 42 countries that grant visas upon arrival, as well as only 6 countries that obtain an electronic visa before traveling to it.
4-Legal transactions are done very easily same as any Turkish citizen.
5-You can benefit from all free services within the country, such as education and free public transportation for seniors.
6-You can keep the original citizenship as Turkey allows dual citizenship.
7-A permanent exemption from military service if granted after the age of 22years old.
8-You can work anywhere, and no work permit is needed anymore.
9-Turkey is considered a safe and social environment that embraces multiple cultures and religions.
10-Turkey is famous for being a constantly evolving infrastructure.
How to obtain Turkish citizenship
After showing the cases of withdrawal of Turkish citizenship, we must enlighten about the methods used to obtain this citizenship:
Obtaining Turkish citizenship by purchasing a property valued not less than 250 thousand dollars.
according to the amendment law, the value of the property should be at least 250 thousand dollars, to be entitled to earn Turkish citizenship, and this property will not be sold for a period of three years.
Required papers:
-A document proving ownership of the property.
-A property appraisal is certified by an institution licensed by the Turkish government
- Receipts of payment documented by the bank.
obtain Turkish citizenship by investment.
-An investment made through a fixed capital of at least 500 thousand dollars for a minimum period of three years here investors earn Turkish citizenship directly.
- Deposit a sum of 500 thousand dollars in one of the Turkish banks for at least three years, here investors earn Turkish citizenship directly as well.
Required papers:
-Birth certificate, personal photos, and a copy of the passport.
-Marriage contract certified by the Turkish embassy or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with the address of residence inside and outside Turkey, along with the e-mail as well as mobile number.
Obtaining Turkish citizenship through residency
-by legal residence for at least five years.
-by the establishment of a business and employing 50 citizens.
-by working for 5 years legally in the country.
Finally, we recommend you respect and follow the law and rules in the country so you will be a good fellow citizen, and be aware not to fall among the cases of withdrawing Turkish citizenship.
