WHAT IS THE PERSONAL STATUS REGISTER? (Turkish Civil Code Articles 36-46) A person’s legal existence within society begins with their capacity to acquire rights and obligations. However, for this existence to gain legal predictability in the eyes of the state and third parties, it depends on certain rules and registers where these rules are concretized. […]
The employment of foreign labor in Türkiye has been structured into a modern and selective framework under the International Labor Law No. 6735. While aiming to protect the domestic labor market, the State also seeks to integrate qualified foreigners who contribute to economic development through models like the “Turquoise Card.” 1.1. Types of Work Permits and […]
A residence permit is a document that foreigners, who intend to stay in Türkiye beyond the duration granted by a visa or visa exemption (generally 90 days), must obtain to maintain their legal status. A residence permit is not merely a right of accommodation; it serves as a fundamental “legal identity” required for a foreigner to exercise […]
Filing a lawsuit is only the beginning of litigation in Türkiye. Before the court can meaningfully proceed—before deadlines start to run, before a defendant can be declared in default, and before a judgment can safely stand—the defendant must be properly served with the claim petition and subsequent court documents. In Turkish practice this is called […]
1) Why Your Foreign Divorce Often Doesn’t “Show Up” in Turkey Turkey generally requires an additional step for foreign judgments to have legal effect domestically. Even if your divorce is valid abroad, Turkish authorities may not treat you as divorced until one of the following happens: Until then, common practical problems include: 2) The Two […]
1. Introduction: When Graduation Creates a Status Problem Many foreign students come to Turkey with a clear plan: On paper, this looks simple. In practice, the transition from student residence to work permit in Turkey is one of the most delicate periods in a foreigner’s life. Small mistakes in timing, incomplete documents, or misinformation from […]
1. Why Turkey Matters for Foreign Patients – and Why Legal Protection Is Critical Turkey has become one of the leading destinations for health tourism. Every year, thousands of foreign patients travel to Istanbul, Antalya, Ankara and other cities for: Competitive prices, modern private hospitals and aggressive international marketing campaigns make Turkey very attractive. However, […]
1) The Big Picture: Residence versus Work Authorization Think of your status in Türkiye as two layered permissions: A work permit usually serves two functions at once: it authorizes the specific work relationship and functions as a residence permit for the same period. That is why foreign shareholders who will actively manage the business should […]
1) Introduction: Why this guide matters for foreign employees Foreign employees—whether they are skilled professionals, blue-collar workers, seafarers, or site technicians—form a critical part of Turkey’s workforce. When a work accident occurs, they face two parallel challenges: (i) navigating Turkey’s social security and occupational safety framework, and (ii) overcoming language and immigration barriers that can […]