1. Legal Framework of Online Shopping in Turkey 1.1 Consumer Protection Law – Law No. 6502 The backbone of consumer protection in Turkey is the Law on Consumer Protection No. 6502. This statute sets out the general rules on: For online shopping, the provisions on distance contracts and defective goods/services are particularly important. 1.2 Distance […]
Divorce in Turkey vs. Recognition of a Foreign Divorce Decree(“Tanıma” and “Tenfiz” Explained for Foreigners) If you have connections to Turkey – a Turkish spouse, Turkish citizenship, property or children living here – the way your divorce is handled can have very different consequences. Broadly, there are two main paths: Understanding the distinction is essential […]
Tax Residency and Double Taxation in Turkey: “Will I Pay Tax on My Worldwide Income?” If you are a digital nomad, long-stay visitor or retiree in Turkey, the key question is simple: once you become a Turkish tax resident, you are generally taxed on your worldwide income – unless a double tax treaty says otherwise. […]
“I Received a Deportation Order in Turkey – What Should I Do?”Information for Foreigners under Law No. 6458 Receiving a deportation (removal) order in Turkey is serious, but it is not the end of the road. Turkish law gives you very strict deadlines and important protections. Understanding the 7-day appeal period, the rules on administrative […]
Consumer Disputes in Turkey: Tour Packages, Hotels, Flights and Online BookingsInformation for Foreign Tourists under Turkish Law No. 6502 Turkey is one of the world’s most popular tourism destinations. Alongside wonderful experiences, visitors sometimes face problems: a disappointing “all-inclusive” resort, a cancelled flight with no proper assistance, or an online ticket that cannot be refunded. […]
Many foreigners come to Türkiye as “digital nomads” or seasonal workers in tourism, bars, restaurants or photography and assume that a tourist visa or short-term residence permit is enough. Under Turkish law, however, almost every kind of gainful activity carried out in Türkiye requires a valid work permit or a specific statutory exemption. The main […]
In Turkey, the legal rules for accommodation differ significantly between licensed hotels and informal short-term rentals arranged through platforms such as Airbnb. Foreign guests and foreign property owners should understand not only the commercial terms, but also the registration duties, safety requirements and the potential legal risks when things go wrong. 1. Identity registration duties […]