Introduction In recent years, economic relations between Turkey and Dubai (United Arab Emirates – UAE) have grown significantly.The increasing flow of investment, trade, and financing between the two countries makes it necessary to take into account a dual legal regime in banking, credit transactions, international payment systems, and investment law.In this article, we examine the […]
Introduction In recent years, Dubai (United Arab Emirates – UAE) has become an attractive business hub for Turkish investors due to its tax advantages, strategic location, and investment-friendly policies. However, when setting up a company in Dubai, it is not enough to only consider UAE legislation; Turkish commercial, tax, and foreign exchange regulations must also […]
1. Introduction Turkiye, with its strategic location, free trade agreements, and investment incentives, has become an attractive market for investors from the Gulf countries. Citizens of Dubai (United Arab Emirates) and Qatar have the same rights as domestic investors under Turkish law.This right is guaranteed by the Foreign Direct Investment Law No. 4875. 2. Legal […]
1. Introduction Urban transformation in Turkey is a large-scale, multi-stakeholder public policy especially aimed at renewing buildings at risk of natural disasters and re-planning cities—predominantly in major metropolitan areas. Established under Law No. 6306 on Transformation of Areas Under Disaster Risk, this process offers various opportunities as well as legal risks for foreign investors. 2. General Legal […]
1. LICENSE REQUIREMENT AND LEGAL CHARACTER 1.1 The Concept of License In order to engage in any activity within the electricity market (such as generation, transmission, distribution, supply, etc.), it is mandatory to obtain a license in advance, which is an administrative permit issued by public authority and qualifies as a regulatory administrative act. According to Article 4 of Law […]
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 […]