Work Permit for Foreigners of Turkish Descent (Law No. 2527)

Foreigners of Turkish descent residing in Turkey have special rights under Law No. 2527. Thanks to this regulation, foreigners with Turkish ancestry can work in certain professions and arts under the same conditions as Turkish citizens and can be employed in the public and private sectors.

For general framework: Guide to Foreign Work Permits

Purpose of Law No. 2527

Purpose of the law;

• To enable foreigners of Turkish descent to freely practice the professions and arts needed in Turkey,
• To enable them to be employed in the public and private sectors.

Exception: The right to work within the Turkish Armed Forces and Security Organization is not recognized.

Scope

The law stipulates that foreigners of Turkish descent

• Work permits in professions and arts,
• Employment in public and private organizations,
• It regulates their relations with professional organizations and social security institutions.

Work Permit Conditions

According to Law No. 2527, foreigners of Turkish descent may work in the professions and arts that Turkish citizens may engage in. However:

• To have the qualifications required by the relevant special laws,
• Fulfill their obligations,
• They must obtain permission from the Ministry of Labor and Social Security.

The applications are finalized by taking the opinions of the Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Foreign Affairs and relevant institutions.

For details: Work Permit Application Process

Registration to Professional Organizations

Foreigners of Turkish descent must register with the professional organizations in which they will work under the same conditions as Turkish citizens.

• They do not have the right to participate in general assemblies or to stand for election and selection.
• They can benefit from all other professional rights.

Rights and Obligations

• They are subject to the same social security and labor legislation as Turkish employees in their workplaces.
• Residence and work permits do not require Turkish citizenship.
• However, they cannot enjoy political rights (voting, running for office, etc.).

Details Social Security Notification and Work Permit for Foreigners

Regulation and Implementation

The principles regarding the implementation of the Law shall be regulated by a regulation issued by Presidential decree.

Work permits, registration and files are handled by the Foreign Affairs, Interior and related ministries.

Professional Support

Since work permits for foreigners of Turkish descent in Turkey are subject to a special legal regulation, applications must be made meticulously. For your processes to run smoothly MFY Legal | Law Office you can contact their lawyers.

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