According to statistics from the UK Home Office, in 2018, the UK government issued 413 residence permits and 166 permanent residence visas to Turkish nationals, with a high approval rate! This data confirms that a Turkish passport makes it easier to obtain permanent residence in the UK, becoming a new shortcut for investors to immigrate to the UK indirectly! So, how exactly does one apply for UK permanent residence with a Turkish passport? What is the legal basis? Below is a detailed explanation!
Legal Basis for Applying for UK Permanent Residence with a Turkish Passport
There is a historical and legal basis for Turkish passport holders to apply for UK status. On September 12, 1963, the European Community Association Agreement (ECAA) signed the "Ankara Agreement" in Ankara, the capital of Turkey, allowing Turkish citizens to apply for UK Turkish Businessperson visas and Worker visas in accordance with the law.
In 1973, the UK became a signatory to the ECAA and amended its immigration laws on July 6, 2018, stipulating that Turkish nationals can work or do business in the UK. After residing in the UK for 5 years and meeting certain conditions, the main applicant and their family can apply for UK permanent residence. In other words, ECAA businesspeople and ECAA workers, along with their families, are eligible to apply for UK permanent residence.
Conditions for Turkish Citizens to Apply for UK Permanent Residence
Regarding the conditions for Turkish citizens to apply for UK permanent residence, the official UK Home Office website has provided the following explanation:
According to the "Ankara Agreement," Turkish nationals, their spouses, and children under 21 can go to the UK to start a business or work. After obtaining the relevant visa and residing in the UK for 5 years, the entire family can apply for UK permanent residence.
The application conditions for holders of Turkish Businessperson visas and Turkish Worker visas are relatively simple. According to the UK Immigration Rules HC509, applicants must submit a passport, tuberculosis test results, birth certificate, marriage certificate, medical insurance, bank statements, personal diplomas, business plans, and other documents. There are no academic or language requirements.
Application Process for Immigrating to the UK with a Turkish Passport
Based on UK immigration laws and application conditions, the process for Turkish passport holders to immigrate to the UK is as follows:
1. Purchase property in Turkey starting from $250,000 or deposit $500,000 to apply for a Turkish passport;
2. Apply for a UK business or work visa, with a processing time of approximately 12 weeks;
3. Enter the UK with the business or work visa to establish a company or work for the same employer;
4. After 5 years from the date of first entry into the UK, if relevant conditions are met, apply for UK permanent residence, with a processing time of approximately 6 months;
5. 12 months after obtaining UK permanent residence, apply for UK citizenship.
Analysis of Advantages of Going to the UK with a Turkish Passport
1. Currently, all UK immigration categories have strict age limits for children, set at 18 years old. If an applicant's child is older than this and intends to apply for a UK visa, it is difficult to get approved. However, a main applicant holding a Turkish passport can bring children under 21 when applying for a UK business or work visa for the first time, which is a significant advantage.
2. The application conditions for holders of UK Turkish Businessperson and Worker visas are simple, with no academic or language requirements.
3. Children can also legally work in the UK as dependents of the applicant and subsequently apply for their own Turkish Worker visa to continue working in the UK.
4. There are no government fees for the ECAA Business visa issued by the UK to Turkish citizens, both for the initial visa and subsequent renewals; they are free of charge.
In summary, following the 2018 legal amendments to the UK business and work visas for Turkish citizens, a large number of Turkish nationals have obtained UK permanent residence through this route. The Turkish investment citizenship program has become another popular project for investors to reach the UK indirectly! A Turkish passport is particularly suitable for applicants who truly intend to do business in the UK and for families whose children are studying in the UK. For UK immigration applicants with lower English proficiency, limited funds, or children aged 19-21, a Turkish passport is an excellent stepping stone to obtaining UK citizenship and a fast track to immigrating to the UK.
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