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 […]
Losing your passport or having your bag stolen in a foreign country is stressful enough; when it happens in Turkey, it also creates concrete legal and practical problems: you may not be able to leave the country, check into some hotels, or continue your onward journey. This guide explains, in clear legal terms, what foreigners […]
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. […]
Foreign nationals planning to come to Türkiye – whether as tourists, students, employees or long-term residents – should be aware that health insurance is not just a practical need, but often a legal requirement. The type of insurance required, and whether it must be taken out from a Turkish insurer, depends on the purpose and […]
Google Ads and the Use of Competitor Trademarks: Practice in Turkey and Risks for Foreign Companies Google Ads and keyword advertising are now standard tools for entering the Turkish market. Yet using a competitor’s registered trademark as a keyword or in ad text is not just aggressive marketing; under Turkish law it can amount to […]
Unfair competition disputes in Turkey have become increasingly common with the growth of e-commerce, franchising and cross-border trade. For both local and foreign companies, understanding the expected duration, cost structure and litigation risks in Turkish courts is essential for making a realistic enforcement strategy. Under the Turkish Commercial Code (TCC) No. 6102, Articles 54–63 regulate […]
Traffic accidents are unfortunately common in Turkey, especially in large cities and on intercity highways. For foreigners (tourists, expatriates, drivers of foreign-plated vehicles or rental cars), it is important to understand not only what to do at the scene, but also how the insurance, compensation and criminal procedures work under Turkish law. 1. Legal Framework […]