Why Are the First 48 Hours Critical After a Deportation Decision in Turkey?
A clear legal insight explaining why deportation decisions must be challenged within 48 hours, and how a lawyer can stop removal — especially important for expats and foreign residents.
A deportation (removal) decision in Turkey can immediately affect a foreigner’s right to stay, work, or even re-enter the country. The biggest mistake is waiting for official notification or assuming the issue will resolve itself. In reality, there is only a very narrow window — the first 48 hours — to legally object before the decision becomes enforceable.
Especially at airports or deportation centers, authorities may proceed quickly if no legal response is made.
Example (fictional): An expat living in Antalya for 6 years faces deportation at the airport due to an expired residence permit. The lawyer files an objection within 12 hours — and the removal is suspended. A delay would have resulted in a 5-year entry ban.
Before deportation becomes final, the lawyer can request a “stay of execution” from the court — effectively freezing the process. Therefore, immediate legal intervention is not optional — it is essential.
For more details, you can explore the related category: /immigration-refugee-law
In conclusion, the worst possible reaction to a deportation notice is waiting. Immediate legal defense is the only way to protect your right to stay.
