Practical legal analysis for foreign nationals, investors, and businesses operating in Turkey. Written in plain English by a qualified Turkish attorney and certified sworn translator.
Turkey's Citizenship by Investment Programme offers multiple qualifying routes — real estate, capital investment, bank deposit, and job creation. Eligibility, step-by-step process, legal considerations, and tax implications.
A practical walkthrough of legal steps, required documents, and tax obligations for domestic and foreign individuals to establish an LLC or JSC in Istanbul under Turkish Commercial Code No. 6102.
Purchasing real estate in Istanbul as a non-resident involves Ministry approvals, title deed formalities, and tax compliance. From due diligence at the Land Registry to post-purchase obligations.
Turkey offers six types of work permit for foreign nationals — from dependent and independent permits to the Turquoise Card. Permit types, eligibility, application process, pitfalls, and your rights as a foreign worker.
Iranian nationals are among the top applicants for Turkish residence permits. Specific legal requirements, document standards, common mistakes, and risk factors for Iranian citizens applying through the Migration Directorate.
Further articles on Turkish law for foreign nationals and investors are published regularly. All content is written by a qualified Turkish attorney and reviewed for accuracy.