Comprehensive Amendments To The Mining Legislation Introduced By Law No. 7554

A. INTRODUCTION

Law No. 7554 on the Amendment of Certain Laws (the "Law"), which was adopted by the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye on 19 July 2025 and published in the Official Gazette dated 24 July 2025, has introduced significant changes to the Mining Law No. 3212. The new regulations encompass a wide range of issues, from mining license procedures to rehabilitation obligations, and from strategic mineral policies to olive grove areas. This article outlines the key innovations brought by the Law.

The amendments introduced by Law No. 7554 aim to strengthen environmental responsibilities within the mining legislation, enhance predictability in licensing and permitting procedures, and clarify policies related to the management of strategic resources. By redefining rehabilitation obligations, updating state royalty calculations, and simplifying permit mechanisms for sensitive areas, the Law seeks to establish a balanced framework between sustainable resource use