1. Legal Basis of the Student Residence Permit in Turkey The student residence permit is a type of residence permit specifically designed for foreigners who will receive education in Turkey. Although terminology may differ from country to country (many students simply say “student visa”), legally there is a clear distinction: The student residence permit is […]
1. Legal Landscape for Foreign Investors in Turkey 1.1 Equal treatment principle Turkish legislation is based on the principle that, except for limited and clearly defined sectors, foreign investors must be treated in the same way as local investors. This means that: This equal treatment principle is one of the main reasons foreign investors feel […]
1. Why Turkey Matters for Foreign Patients – and Why Legal Protection Is Critical Turkey has become one of the leading destinations for health tourism. Every year, thousands of foreign patients travel to Istanbul, Antalya, Ankara and other cities for: Competitive prices, modern private hospitals and aggressive international marketing campaigns make Turkey very attractive. However, […]
1. Why Enforcement in Turkey Matters International trade, migration, investment and digital commerce mean that disputes are no longer confined to one country. A company may litigate in London or arbitrate in Dubai, but the losing party’s assets may ultimately be found in Turkey. In that scenario, the winning party quickly discovers a crucial truth […]
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 Turkey, the legal rules for accommodation differ significantly between licensed hotels and informal short-term rentals arranged through platforms such as Airbnb. Foreign guests and foreign property owners should understand not only the commercial terms, but also the registration duties, safety requirements and the potential legal risks when things go wrong. 1. Identity registration duties […]