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International protection in Türkiye

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International protection addresses individual risks of persecution or serious harm on return. It is different from a tourist residence application. Describe real events accurately and explain missing documents honestly.

The legal distinction

Refugee, conditional refugee and subsidiary protection are distinct statuses under Law No. 6458. Temporary protection is a separate regime. Ordinary refusal, inadmissibility and accelerated procedures can have different remedies and deadlines.

Preparing your next step

Keep the registration and interview records, notification documents and available evidence. Request interpretation and explain health or other special needs. Comply with applicable address, reporting and interview obligations. A separate deportation decision needs its own assessment.

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Documents to prepare

Process map

  1. 01

    Explain the individual protection need to the competent authority

  2. 02

    Record identity, family circumstances and relevant risks

  3. 03

    Attend registration and any interview with language support

  4. 04

    Read the decision and identify the specific remedy and deadline

  5. 05

    Follow status duties and any separate removal measure

Frequently asked questions

Does nationality alone determine protection status?

No. The applicable legal regime and individual circumstances must be assessed.

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General information. It does not replace an assessment of your individual case.

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