When we talk about “Investing in Crypto & Web3 Startups Under the Shadow of Regulation”, we are really asking one core question: how can foreign investors back Turkish crypto and Web3 ventures without being blindsided by regulation? Turkey is a large, crypto-savvy market with millions of retail users, but it is also moving rapidly towards […]
Cap Table Hygiene in Turkey from a VC’s Perspective: Which Structures Drive Investors Crazy? When we talk about cap table hygiene in Turkey from a VC’s perspective, we are really talking about one simple question: can an investor clearly understand who owns what, on what terms, and with which future dilution risks? For foreign founders […]
1. Legal Framework: How Turkish Citizenship Is Regulated Turkish citizenship is not a purely political term; it is a legal status that defines the relationship between an individual and the Republic of Türkiye. The basic rules about who is considered a Turkish citizen, how citizenship is acquired, and under what conditions it can be lost […]
This practical guide explains how foreign investors can execute an international/intercity transport company acquisition (M&A) in Turkey. It covers deal structuring (share vs. asset deals), licensing and change-of-control issues, operational and regulatory due diligence, labor and data compliance, tax and e-documents, as well as transaction documents, closing mechanics, and post-closing integration. The phrase “international/intercity transport […]
Administrative and Judicial Review Timeline in Citizenship Refusals in Turkey is critical because deadlines and sequencing determine whether a refusal can be overturned or must be re-filed from scratch. Missing even one period can bar review, so counsel should map the route on day one. LEGAL FRAMEWORKRefusals in Turkish citizenship matters (whether general, marriage-based, exceptional, […]
INTORDUCTION Children Born Abroad to a Turkish Parent: Registration and Proof of Descent are governed by Law No. 5901 and its Implementing Regulation. In essence, a child acquires Turkish citizenship by descent if at least one parent is a Turkish citizen at the time of birth, but the family must still prove parentage and register […]
INTRODUCTION Turkish Citizenship by Bank Deposit: Eligibility, CBRT Conversion, and the 3-Year Lock is an exceptional pathway under Turkish law that allows qualified investors to obtain citizenship by committing funds to a Turkish bank subject to strict currency-conversion and holding requirements. In practice, success depends on meeting the statutory threshold, converting foreign currency through the […]
INTRODUCTION Citizenship rights of work permit holders in Turkey are an important legal topic for foreign nationals residing and working in the country. Many foreigners begin their life in Turkey with a short-term or long-term work permit, and over time they become eligible to apply for Turkish citizenship if they meet the conditions set forth […]
INTRODUCTION Blue Card and dual citizenship rights and obligations are crucial issues for many foreign nationals with ties to Turkey. The Blue Card is a legal document granted to former Turkish citizens who have renounced their nationality, while dual citizenship refers to holding Turkish citizenship along with another nationality. Both statuses bring unique rights and […]
INTRODUCTION Long-term residence permit to Turkish citizenship is one of the most common legal pathways for foreign nationals who wish to settle permanently in Turkey. Under Law No. 5901 on Turkish Citizenship and the Law on Foreigners and International Protection (LFIP, Law No. 6458), holders of a long-term residence permit may apply for naturalization if […]