This situation does not have to be permanent. Being held in the centre is separate from the deportation decision, and it can be reviewed by a court; there is a way to apply for release.
Three things to do now
- Collect the information. The person's name, nationality, which centre they are in, when they were taken there, and photos of any papers they have. A lawyer can act quickly only with this information.
- Your relative should not sign papers they do not understand. A signature may affect their rights. If you can reach them by phone, tell them this.
- Gather documents showing their ties to Türkiye. Address, family, work, studies, health.
Three separate paths
- Against being held in the centre: obtaining a court decision for their release.
- Against the deportation decision: filing a case.
- To the migration authority: giving written notice of their situation.
Each runs in a different place under a different procedure; one does not replace another.
What happens?
The outcome depends on the file; no one can promise a result. In some cases the person can leave the centre; the authority sometimes releases a person on conditions, such as staying at a set address or reporting regularly. Even if a time limit seems to have passed, a fresh review of their situation may be possible.
Special situations
- If your relative's life or safety is in danger in their home country, they should say so clearly and in writing. This is assessed separately.
- If there is a health problem, pregnancy or a young child, notify it with documents.
- If they have a spouse, child or a settled life in Türkiye, bring forward the documents showing it.
- If an application or case was filed before, note its date and number.
Every file is different.
This text is general information, not legal advice.