Türkiye is a country that hosts millions of immigrants every year. Some of these immigrants may have to stay in Turkey for humanitarian reasons. In this case, they must obtain a humanitarian residence permit.
What is a Humanitarian Residence Permit?
Humanitarian residence permit is a type of residence permit given to foreigners who risk having their fundamental rights and freedoms violated if they are sent back. This permit is given for a temporary stay in Turkey.
Who is granted a Humanitarian Residence Permit?
Humanitarian residence permit can be granted to foreigners in the following situations:
• People who have applied for international protection and whose applications have not been finalized yet
• People who have a deportation order but cannot be sent back
• People who were born or have been residing in Turkey for a long time and may have adaptation problems if they are sent back.
• People who had to migrate to Turkey due to natural disasters, war or human-made crises
How to Obtain a Humanitarian Residence Permit?
To obtain a humanitarian residence permit, it is necessary to follow the following steps:
1. Filling out the application form: The humanitarian residence permit application form can be obtained from provincial migration management directorates or from the website of the General Directorate of Migration Management.
2. Preparing the necessary documents: In addition to the application form, the following documents must be prepared:
o Passport or identity document
o Certificated civil registry copy
o Criminal record
o Biometric photo
o Residence certificate
o Document showing the source of income
o Document showing the reason for the application (international protection application document, deportation decision, etc.)
3. Making the application: The application can be made to the provincial directorate of immigration administration or the General Directorate of Migration Management in person or by mail.
4. Evaluation process: Applications are evaluated by the General Directorate of Migration Management. The evaluation period may take several months.
5. Result: If the application is approved, the foreigner is given a humanitarian residence permit card.
Duration of Humanitarian Residence Permit:
Humanitarian residence permit is issued for one year. The leave period can be extended every year.
Rights of Humanitarian Residence Permit Holders: