KL Law Firm

Our Practice Areas

We manage Turkish citizenship by investment applications through real estate, bank deposits and other qualifying investment routes. Our services cover eligibility assessment, investment compliance, the certificate of eligibility, residence permit procedures, the citizenship application and passport formalities.

We also advise on citizenship by marriage and other acquisition routes, residence permits, work permits, deportation orders, administrative detention, entry bans, restriction codes and foreign-owned company formation in Turkey.

Our citizenship and immigration lawyers are based in Izmir and represent clients throughout Turkey. Where legally permitted, we handle procedures under a power of attorney so clients can complete much of the process without travelling to Turkey.

Turkish Citizenship by Investment

Through 400,000 USD in real estate, 500,000 USD in a bank deposit, an investment fund, government debt instruments and the employment route, as a Turkish citizenship by investment lawyer team we run the entire process by power of attorney in every province of Turkey, from the certificate of eligibility to the delivery of your passport, without you coming.

With the Turkish passport, visa-free or visa on arrival to more than 110 countries; citizenship without a residence requirement, together with your spouse and children under 18.

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  • Visa-free or visa on arrival to more than 110 countries
  • Citizenship without a residence requirement
  • Spouse and children under 18 included in the same application
  • Dual citizenship allowed; no renunciation of current citizenship
  • Option to apply for the US E-2 investor visa after 3 years

Turkish Citizenship Applications in Izmir

We advise on Turkish citizenship by marriage, five-year residence, descent, adoption, investment and other statutory routes, including applications by TRNC citizens. Our Izmir-based Turkish citizenship lawyers assess eligibility, prepare supporting evidence, submit applications and follow each file before the relevant authorities.

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Residence Permit Applications in Izmir

We assist foreign nationals with short-term, tourist, family, student, business, long-term and humanitarian residence permit applications in Turkey. Our Izmir residence permit lawyers prepare supporting documents, manage appointment procedures, respond to document requests and follow applications before the migration authorities.

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Work Permit Applications in Izmir

We provide legal assistance for foreign nationals and employers handling work permit applications in Turkey. Our Turkey work permit lawyers manage initial applications, extensions, fixed-term, permanent, independent and exemption procedures, including employer eligibility, document preparation, online filing and Ministry follow-up.

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Company Formation and Corporate Services in Izmir

We advise foreign investors on company formation in Turkey, branch registration, liaison offices and foreign shareholding structures. Our Turkey company lawyers handle articles of association, MERSIS filings, Trade Registry procedures, tax registration, management appointments and corporate changes for foreign-owned businesses.

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Deportation and Entry Ban Cases in Izmir

We represent foreign nationals facing deportation orders, administrative detention, entry bans and restriction codes in Turkey. Our Izmir deportation lawyers handle urgent applications before migration authorities, removal centres, criminal judgeships of peace and administrative courts, including appeals and requests affecting enforcement.

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Turkish Citizenship and Immigration Law in Izmir

We provide legal advice on Turkish citizenship and immigration law, including administrative applications, rejection appeals, litigation and recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments in Turkey. Based in Izmir, our immigration lawyers represent clients across Turkey in matters involving citizenship, residence, employment and immigration status.

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