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Turkey citizenship by descent is governed by Türk vatandaşlığı — soy bağı. Turkish citizenship by descent is available to children of Turkish citizens, with no generational limit through the father. We file through the Turkish consulates and the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs (NVI) in Ankara.
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The key thing to know: Ottoman-era records (pre-1923) may be in the Ottoman Archives in Istanbul. The 2010 reform opened maternal-line claims that were previously blocked.
Transmission rule: Both parents equally since 2010 reforms. Before 2010, paternal only (maternal transmission was restricted).
Generational limit: No generational limit — Turkish citizenship passes by blood (soy bağı) without limit.
Dual citizenship: Permitted — Turkey allows dual citizenship.
Language requirement: None for descent path.
Filing authority: General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs (NVI, Ankara) or Turkish consulate.
FAQ
Is there a generational limit for Turkey citizenship by descent?
Turkey: No generational limit — Turkish citizenship passes by blood (soy bağı) without limit.
Does Turkey allow dual citizenship?
Turkey: Permitted — Turkey allows dual citizenship.
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