1. Introduction Buy a company in Turkey as a foreigner can be a strategic move for expanding your business into a fast-growing market that bridges Europe and Asia. Turkey offers foreign investors a unique combination of economic potential, a skilled workforce, and favorable trade agreements. However, the process of acquiring a company in Turkey involves […]
1. Introduction Urban transformation in Turkey is a large-scale, multi-stakeholder public policy initiative aimed at renewing buildings at risk of natural disasters and re-planning urban areas—particularly in major metropolitan regions.Established under Law No. 6306 on Transformation of Areas Under Disaster Risk, the process presents attractive investment opportunities but also significant legal challenges for foreign investors. […]
1. Introduction Operating in Turkey’s electricity market—whether in generation, transmission, distribution, or supply—requires strict adherence to the legal framework established by Law No. 6446 and related regulations. The Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK) plays a central role in granting licenses, supervising activities, and ensuring compliance.This guide outlines the types of licenses, application processes, unlicensed generation […]
Introduction A patent grants the inventor an exclusive right to produce, use, sell, and import their invention for a certain period. In Turkey, patent registration is carried out by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) under the Industrial Property Law No. 6769. 1. Importance of Obtaining a Patent 2. Patent Application Process 2.1 Preliminary […]
Introduction In Turkey, when a debtor fails to fulfill their obligations, creditors have the legal right to recover their claims through the enforcement system.This process is governed by the Turkish Enforcement and Bankruptcy Law (EBL) and is carried out via Enforcement Offices under judicial supervision. Enforcement law aims to protect not only the creditor’s rights […]
Geographical indication lawsuits in Turkey are a critical legal mechanism for protecting products that owe their quality, reputation, or other characteristics to a specific geographical origin. For foreign investors, understanding how these rights are enforced under Turkish law is essential, both to protect their own registered geographical indications (GIs) and to avoid infringing those of […]
Design and industrial model lawsuits in Turkey are essential tools for protecting the aesthetic and functional aspects of products in one of the most competitive manufacturing markets in Europe and Asia. For foreign investors entering Turkey, safeguarding registered designs and industrial models is not just a legal obligation but also a strategic necessity to protect […]
Patent and utility model lawsuits in Turkey are crucial legal tools for protecting innovative ideas and technological developments. For foreign investors and companies, understanding the litigation process is essential to safeguarding their rights in the Turkish market. Governed by the Industrial Property Law No. 6769, these lawsuits provide comprehensive remedies against unauthorized use, invalid registrations, […]
Trademark lawsuits in Turkey are essential legal tools for protecting brand identity in a competitive market. For foreign investors and brand owners, understanding the Turkish legal framework is critical to safeguarding intellectual property rights. Governed primarily by the Turkish Industrial Property Law No. 6769, trademark disputes can involve infringement claims, invalidation cases, and cancellation actions. […]
IntroductionCopyright infringement in Turkey is a critical legal area for foreign authors, musicians, filmmakers, and businesses seeking to protect their works. Under Law No. 5846 on Intellectual and Artistic Works, rightsholders can take civil, criminal, and administrative action to stop unauthorized use and seek compensation. 1. Legal Framework for Copyright Protection in Turkey Turkey’s copyright […]