Asylum & Refugee Law

Asylum and International Protection in Türkiye

Türkiye hosts one of the largest refugee populations in the world. The legal framework governing international protection, temporary protection, and asylum is complex; and the consequences of procedural mistakes can be deportation, detention, or loss of legal status.

At Yilmaz Attorneys, we represent asylum seekers, refugees, and individuals under temporary or international protection in their legal proceedings before Turkish authorities and courts.

International Protection Applications

Foreign nationals who cannot return to their home country due to persecution, conflict, or serious harm may apply for international protection in Türkiye. We assist with:

• Preparing and filing international protection applications with the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management (Göç İdaresi)

• Refugee status recognition proceedings

• Subsidiary protection applications

• Interview preparation and legal representation during the application process

Temporary Protection

Türkiye’s temporary protection regime covers individuals who have arrived as part of a mass influx; most notably Syrian nationals. We assist with registration, status maintenance, and resolution of issues related to temporary protection identification documents.

Appeals & Administrative Litigation

When protection applications are denied or when removal orders are issued, we represent clients in administrative court proceedings to challenge these decisions. This includes:

• Appeals against negative international protection decisions

• Challenges to deportation and removal orders

• Administrative detention appeals

• Applications for interim measures to prevent removal pending appeal

Detention & Removal Defense

Foreign nationals placed in administrative detention (removal centers) have the right to legal representation. We respond quickly to detention situations, filing challenges and working to secure our clients’ release while their cases proceed.

Why Work with Yilmaz Attorneys

Asylum and refugee cases require urgency, sensitivity, and a thorough understanding of both Turkish immigration law and international protection standards. We treat every case with the seriousness it deserves and work to protect our clients’ fundamental rights throughout the process.

If you or someone you know needs legal assistance with an asylum or protection matter in Türkiye, contact us immediately.