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 […]
Energy and Mining Law in Turkey (2026) | Licensing, Permits, Compliance Why this matters for investors Energy and mining projects in Turkey sit at the intersection of public law permits, sector-specific licensing, environmental and social compliance, and contractual risk allocation (EPC, offtake, O&M, royalty/JV structures). The legal framework can be opportunity-rich—but it is also document-heavy […]
How pharmacy law works in Turkey: who can own a pharmacy, licensing and location rules, SGK reimbursement, pricing, advertising bans, inspections, sanctions, and how to stay compliant. Pharmacy Law in Turkey: A Practical Legal Guide for Pharmacies, Investors, and Healthcare Businesses Pharmacy law in Turkey sits at the intersection of public health, professional regulation, and […]
1) The Regulatory Map: Who Oversees What? Turkish banking and finance regulation is not handled by a single authority. Different segments of the market are supervised by different regulators, and transactions may require coordination across several regimes. Key authorities you will commonly encounter In practice, a single project (for example, a fintech platform offering wallet […]
1. Introduction In the globalized economy, cross-border secured transactions are increasingly common. Foreign lenders, financial institutions, and investors often seek to establish or enforce security interests — such as mortgages, pledges, or guarantees — over assets located in Turkey. However, the enforcement of foreign security interests (“foreign collateral rights”) in Turkey raises complex legal issues […]
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. Introduction: Why the Family Residence Permit Matters For many foreigners who decide to live, work or invest in Turkey, the first priority is not only their own residence status, but also how to bring their family legally and safely. Under Turkish law, this is primarily regulated through the “family residence permit” (aile ikamet izni). […]
1. Introduction: Why Foreigners Need a Clear Succession Plan in Turkey Over the last decade, Turkey has become a preferred destination for foreign buyers: apartments in Istanbul, seafront villas in Antalya, investment flats in urban transformation projects, or commercial properties rented to Turkish companies. Once a foreigner acquires property in Turkey, the next key legal […]
How to Exit a Turkish Investment Safely: Selling Shares, Property and Companies Entering a market is exciting. Exiting, however, is where investors often lose money, time and legal protection – especially in a foreign jurisdiction. In Turkey, selling shares, real estate or even an entire company is perfectly feasible and investor-friendly if the exit is […]