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Justice shouldn't depend on a bank balance: Fatma's residency renewal
Fatma needs $300 for filing fees and representation in a residency renewal before the May deadline.
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I'm facing a residency renewal. My hearing is scheduled for May, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $300. I have been told by three legal-aid offices that their waiting list is longer than my deadline.
I have all of my paperwork ready, and my caseworker at the Istanbul Community Legal Centre has confirmed that my case is valid.
If I miss the deadline I could lose my right to stay with my family and my job. My children were born here and this is the only home they know.
I'll share any non-sensitive updates as the case moves along.
The money goes to the immigration attorney's trust account and the court filing office. I'll upload receipts with sensitive details removed.
Where the $300 goes:
• Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $45
• Filing and biometrics fees: $195
• Certified translations and document copies: $60
Thanks for being kind about this.
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is there anything that isn't money that would help Fatma?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about court-appointed interpreter and travel, advice is welcome too. Thanks, that means a lot.
stay strong, Fatma. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
Thinking of you, Fatma. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Istanbul
Rooting for you. This could happen to any of us. We're a small family in Rajkot but we're thinking of you. All the best
Stay strong. Hope this works out for you. Please keep us posted. Thinking of Istanbul.
Hope things get better soon. Hope you get there. Love from Macon.