Foreigners Law

Foreigners Law is a branch of law that examines issues such as which law will be applied to a foreign citizen who comes to a country, how the competent court will be determined in possible disputes.

What is Foreigners Law?

Foreigners Law is a branch of law that examines issues such as which law will be applied to a foreign citizen who comes to a country, how the competent court will be determined in possible disputes. A subfield of Private International Law, Foreigner Law determines the legal status of the foreigner in the country, their rights and obligations, and the status they hold.

The consultancy and legal services provided in our law firm are as follows:

Issues concerning entry into a country, obtaining residence permits, work permits, citizenship applications of individuals with foreign nationality, and other legal statuses related to individuals with foreign citizenship are relevant to Foreigner Law and are regulated within the scope of the Law on Foreigners and International Protection No. 6458

Services provided by Alacakaptan Law Firm regarding Foreigner Law:
  • Visas and Permits: Guides individuals who want to enter a foreign country for purposes such as visit, work, or education on their visa and residence permit applications. Types of visas may vary based on their purposes and durations. Our firm handles the follow-up of visa and permit applications.
  • Work Permits: Work permit applications may vary based on employer support, qualifications of the employee, and the country’s work permit policies. Our firm ensures the follow-up of work permit applications.
  • Residence Permits: Residence permits can be obtained based on various reasons such as marriage, investment, or ownership. Each country has its own conditions for obtaining this permit. Our firm provides follow-up services for this process.
  • Citizenship Applications: Individuals with foreign status can apply for citizenship after residing in a country for a certain period. Citizenship applications are subject to the citizenship laws of each country. In case of denial of citizenship application, our firm handles dispute resolutions and cancellation lawsuits.
  • Handling Disputes Related to Foreigners: Provides legal representation to resolve legal disputes that arise between foreign nationals and local citizens or other foreigners and protects the rights of foreigners. Services provided by our law firm include the follow-up of litigation and execution proceedings of foreign individuals and legal entities, recognition and enforcement requests for divorce decrees issued by foreign courts, interpretation of disputed provisions of international agreements, and recognition and enforcement of foreign court decisions and arbitral awards.

In addition to these, services such as foreigners establishing companies, drafting contracts and resolving disputes regarding contracts to be concluded between foreign state institutions, partners, employees, and customers, and the follow-up of real estate transactions of foreign individuals or legal entities, and providing consultancy services on inheritance law for foreigners are also provided.

Alacakaptan Law Firm, with expert and experienced attorneys, guides both domestic and foreign clients, and achieves successful processes through legal representations.

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