1. Legal Basis Foreigners’ rights to acquire real estate in Turkey are primarily governed by the following laws: 2. Can Foreigners Buy Property in Turkey? Yes. Foreign individuals and companies can buy real estate in Turkey within certain limitations. Key highlights: 3. Restrictions and Limitations Although foreigners have broad rights, some restrictions apply: 3.1. Geographic […]
1. Legal Framework The establishment of companies by foreign individuals or legal entities in Turkey is primarily governed by: 2. Can Foreigners Establish a Company in Turkey? Yes. According to the Foreign Direct Investment Law, foreign individuals and legal entities have the same rights as Turkish citizens to establish companies, acquire shares, and become shareholders […]
Introduction With the rise of globalization, Turkey has become a preferred destination for many foreigners, both for residence and employment purposes. However, in order to legally reside and work in Turkey, foreigners must comply with a number of legal regulations. This blog post comprehensively covers the legal framework, types of residence and work permits, application […]
Legal Consequences of Marrying Without the Required Documents in Turkey 🔹 1. Marriage Cannot Be Registered Without Complete Documentation In Turkey, official marriages can only be performed by municipal marriage officers. According to the Turkish Civil Code (Law No. 4721), a marriage is only legally valid if: If the necessary documents are missing: 🔹 2. What Happens If the […]
🔹 1. Legal Framework (Yasal Çerçeve) According to Turkish Civil Law, the right to marry is considered a fundamental civil right and applies to all individuals, regardless of their nationality or immigration status — including refugees, asylum seekers, and stateless persons. The legal basis comes from: 🔹 2. Key Conditions for Marriage To get married in Turkey, all individuals (regardless of nationality or immigration status) must […]
1. Property Rights and Marital Property Regimes in Turkey 🔹 Default Regime: Participation in Acquired Property Under the Turkish Civil Code (Article 218–241), the default marital property regime is: “Participation in Acquired Property” (Edinilmiş Mallara Katılma Rejimi) This means: 🔹 Other Marital Property Regimes (Optional by Contract) Couples can choose one of the following regimes by signing a […]
Marriage Between Two Foreigners in Turkey: Special Conditions 1. General Possibility Yes, two foreigners can get legally married in Turkey even if neither of them is a resident. Turkey allows foreigners to marry on its soil regardless of their residence status. 2. Where to Apply 3. Required Documents Foreigners who are not residents must submit the following documents: 4. Special […]
Getting legally married in Turkey as a foreigner is entirely possible and quite common. However, there are specific legal requirements, document procedures, and official steps that must be followed. Below is a comprehensive legal overview based on Turkish Civil Code (Türk Medeni Kanunu) and relevant administrative regulations. 🔹 1. Legal Basis Marriage procedures in Turkey are governed by the following main […]
🔹 What is Drug Trafficking? In Turkey, if someone sells, carries, brings into the country, or hides drugs, this is called drug trafficking. It is a very serious crime. 🔹 What If a Foreigner Does It? Even if you’re not a Turkish citizen, if you commit the crime in Turkey, the Turkish police and courts can arrest and punish you. It doesn’t […]
🔹 INTRODUCTION The illegal import, distribution, or trade of narcotic substances in Turkey is among the most heavily sanctioned offenses under Turkish criminal law. When this offense is committed by a foreign national, it entails not only criminal liability under the Turkish Penal Code (TPC) but also a series of consequences under international criminal law and immigration law. […]