Turkey’s citizenship by investment programme allows foreigners to acquire Turkish nationality through qualifying real estate purchases, bank deposits or other forms of investment. When the investment is genuine and properly documented, this route can be stable and long term. However, if the investment is built on fake or inflated valuations, sham payment flows or “cash-back” […]
Many foreigners think that overstaying in Turkey is “just a small fine at the airport.” In reality, Turkish law treats overstays as a violation of the right to legal stay, which can lead to fines, multi-year entry bans, deportation procedures and, in some cases, human-rights discussions about non-refoulement (protection against return to danger). This guide […]
When a foreign creditor starts enforcement proceedings in Turkey and the Turkish debtor objects to the payment order, the enforcement automatically stops. At that point, the foreign creditor has two main legal remedies under Turkish Enforcement and Bankruptcy Law: Both remedies are subject to strict time limits and different evidentiary rules, so choosing correctly is […]
When a foreign debtor receives a payment order (ödeme emri) from a Turkish enforcement office, the rules on objection are essentially the same as for Turkish nationals. The critical points are time limits, form, and the distinction between objection to the debt and objection to the signature. 1. Service of the Payment Order and Time […]
Tax Residency and Double Taxation in Turkey: “Will I Pay Tax on My Worldwide Income?” If you are a digital nomad, long-stay visitor or retiree in Turkey, the key question is simple: once you become a Turkish tax resident, you are generally taxed on your worldwide income – unless a double tax treaty says otherwise. […]
“I Received a Deportation Order in Turkey – What Should I Do?”Information for Foreigners under Law No. 6458 Receiving a deportation (removal) order in Turkey is serious, but it is not the end of the road. Turkish law gives you very strict deadlines and important protections. Understanding the 7-day appeal period, the rules on administrative […]
Many foreigners come to Türkiye as “digital nomads” or seasonal workers in tourism, bars, restaurants or photography and assume that a tourist visa or short-term residence permit is enough. Under Turkish law, however, almost every kind of gainful activity carried out in Türkiye requires a valid work permit or a specific statutory exemption. The main […]
In recent years, foreigners in Turkey have seen a sharp increase in residence permit (ikamet) rejections – especially for touristic and short-term permits. Wrong permit type, incomplete documents, late extension, and “insufficient income” are among the most common reasons. If your residence permit has been refused, don’t panic – but do act quickly and strategically. […]