Turkey has become a strategic hub for international capital, positioned at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Foreign direct investment flows into sectors such as real estate, energy, infrastructure, technology, logistics, manufacturing and financial services. However, the legal and regulatory environment is complex, dynamic and highly formalistic. For this reason, international investors […]
1. Introduction Project finance has been one of the driving forces behind Turkey’s infrastructure and energy development for the last three decades. From highways and airports to renewable power plants and public hospitals, Turkey has relied heavily on structured project financing to attract both local and international capital. In contrast to corporate lending, project finance […]
Introduction Over the last two decades, Turkey has become a regional magnet for large-scale industrial, energy, infrastructure, and technology investments. Its strategic position between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, combined with a growing domestic market of over 85 million people, provides fertile ground for both local and foreign investors seeking long-term opportunities. The Turkish […]
1. Why Mega and Mixed-Use Projects Matter in Turkey Turkey’s big cities have moved from small, stand-alone apartment blocks to integrated mega projects that combine housing, retail, offices, hotels and social facilities in one coordinated scheme. These developments often include: For investors, mega real estate and mixed-use projects in Turkey offer: At the same time, […]
1. Turkey’s Energy Landscape: Why Investors Care Turkey has gradually turned from a purely import-dependent, state-dominated energy market into a complex and investment-hungry ecosystem where private companies design, build, finance and operate generation, transmission-related assets, storage facilities and upstream projects. Several factors explain why international investors consistently look at Turkey for energy opportunities: However, energy […]
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. Introduction: Why Look at Startup Investments in Turkey? In recent years, Turkey has become far more than a low-cost production center. A young population, strong engineering talent, widespread smartphone use and an active e-commerce and fintech scene have created a fertile environment for ambitious technology companies. As a result, startup investments in Turkey now […]
1. Why the Choice of Company Type Matters for Foreign Investors Many foreign investors initially believe that company type is a purely “formal” question. In practice, the choice between a limited or joint stock company in Turkey affects at least five critical areas: Looking only at initial incorporation cost can be misleading. The real impact […]
1. Introduction: Why Choice of Law and Jurisdiction Clauses Matter in Turkey Cross-border business with Turkish companies is no longer an exception; it is the norm. Foreign investors routinely sign distribution, agency, franchise, share purchase, supply, construction and service contracts with Turkish counterparties. When a dispute arises, two deceptively simple questions suddenly become crucial: If […]