Turkish migrants avoid reclaiming citizenship due to growing distrust of Ankara - Nordic Monitor

Turkish migrants avoid reclaiming citizenship due to growing distrust of Ankara - Nordic Monitor

Levent Kenez/Stockholm A year after Germany enacted a landmark reform allowing dual citizenship, Turkish nationals living in the country have shown unexpectedly low interest in regaining their Turkish citizenship. Bureaucratic red tape, political distrust of Ankara, a perceived lack of reciprocity and a burdensome military service fee of 6,000 euros are among the key deterrents cited by lawmakers and analysts alike. The issue was discussed at le…