Foreign investors entering Turkey often focus on corporate set-up, tax, and regulatory licensing. Yet when it comes to financing—whether through bank debt, shareholder loans, private credit, or supply-chain funding—the most decisive issue is frequently collateral. In many sectors, the value of a Turkish operating company sits primarily in movable assets: machinery, equipment, inventory, receivables, and […]
In commercial finance, the lender’s primary concern is not whether the borrower can present an attractive business plan, but whether the lender can control downside risk if repayment fails. This is where security interests (teminat hakları) matter. In Turkey, security structures over commercial enterprises are shaped by a combination of classical civil-law concepts (pledge and […]
Secured transactions are central to commercial lending. Banks, investors, and trade creditors typically extend credit only when they can manage risk through enforceable security interests. In Turkey, one traditional security device used in business finance is the commercial enterprise pledge (commonly discussed in practice under the umbrella of “ticari işletme rehni”). The underlying logic is […]
How compensation claims work in Turkey—material and moral damages, evidence, limitation periods, settlement, and court strategy for victims and businesses. Compensation disputes are among the most common—and most emotionally charged—legal matters in Turkey. A serious traffic accident, a workplace injury, a medical error, a construction defect, a failed business deal, or a defaming post on […]
A practical guide to construction law in Turkey—contracts, permits, risk management, payment security, defects, delays, and dispute resolution. Construction Law in Turkey: A Practical Legal Guide for Investors, Developers, Contractors, and Homebuyers Construction projects succeed or fail long before the concrete is poured. In practice, the “hard” part is often not engineering—it’s legal risk: land […]
Turkey’s advertising rules, influencer & green claims compliance, fines, and enforcement by the Advertising Board. Practical legal checklist for brands Advertising Law in Turkey: A Practical Legal Guide for Brands, Agencies & Digital Platforms (2026) Running an advertising campaign in Turkey is rarely just a marketing decision—it is a legal compliance project. Turkey has a […]
How to obtain a residence permit in Turkey in 2026: permit types, required documents, fees, renewals, cancellations, and appeal options. 1) What is a Turkish Residence Permit—and who needs it? A residence permit (ikamet) is the legal authorization that allows a foreign national to stay in Türkiye beyond their visa/visa-exemption period, and typically longer than […]
Turkish Media & Entertainment Law (2026) | Licenses, IP, Ads 1) What “Media & Entertainment Law” covers in Turkey Media and entertainment matters in Türkiye rarely fall under a single statute. Real-world projects—films, series, music releases, format acquisitions, influencer campaigns, esports broadcasts, branded content, live events—trigger overlapping rules on: A good legal strategy is not […]
How divorce works in Turkey—grounds, uncontested vs contested cases, custody, alimony, property division, and timelines. 1) Why “Turkish Divorce Law” is not one single topic Divorce in Turkey is a bundle of legal issues decided together (or sometimes in separate cases): ending the marriage, temporary measures during the case, child-related arrangements, financial consequences, and property […]
Turkish International Transactions & Dispute Resolution Law | Arbitration, Courts, Enforcement Why this field matters for international deals involving Turkey International transactions are rarely “just a contract.” They are a package of legal risk decisions: governing law, dispute forum, enforceability, document formalities, interim protection, evidence, and cross-border collections. In practice, the best outcomes happen when […]