DEPORT PROCEDURES FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT DEPORT ANSWERS

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What is deportation?
Deportation is the process of sending foreign nationals who do not have the right to be in the country legally, back to their own country or to a third country by the competent authorities.
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Who can be deported?
Foreign nationals who do not have the right to be in Turkey legally or who pose a risk to public order and security may be deported. These situations may include:

* Expiration of visa or residence permit
* Entering the country illegally
* Committing a crime or being associated with criminal organizations
* Being a carrier of infectious diseases that threaten public health
* Being associated with terrorist organizations

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How is a deportation decision made?
The deportation decision is made by the governorates or the General Directorate of Immigration Management. The decision is notified to the foreign national and he/she has the right to appeal.
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How can I appeal a deportation decision?
An objection to the deportation decision can be made to the administrative court within 7 days from the date of notification of the decision. Detailed information about the objection process is included in the document notifying the deportation decision.
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Can a deported person re-enter Türkiye?
The ability of a deported person to re-enter Türkiye depends on the period and reasons specified in the deportation decision. In some cases, an entry ban may be imposed on Türkiye for a certain period of time.
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What are the rights of a deported person?
The rights of a deported person include:

* The right to appeal the decision
* The right to a lawyer
* The right to request an interpreter
* The right to communicate with the consulate of his/her home country
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How long does deportation procedure take?
The duration of deportation proceedings may vary depending on the complexity of the case and the procedures involved.