The failed coup in Turkey will
carry significant consequences for Turkish visa applicants.
On one side, Turkish citizens
in Australia who claim to be opponents of the government will now have a chance
to lodge protection visa applications on the basis that they will face
persecution if they return to Turkey. Similarly, Turkish citizens seeking
Condition 8503 waivers and Schedule 3 waivers (in respect of onshore partner
visa applications) will be able to rely on the uncertain political situation in
Turkey to have greater chances of success.
On the other, Turkish citizens
in Turkey will possibly face increased difficulties when lodging student as
well as visitor visas since the Department is likely to use the unstable
situation in Turkey as a ground to refuse the said applications.
