Rent Determination Lawsuits

This article examines the permit and compliance framework for short-term tourism rentals of residential property in Turkey. It considers the scope of the rental regime, the eligible permit holder, apartment-owner consent, property standards, management arrangements, guest registration, sanctions and changes of ownership.

This article examines the statutory restrictions affecting foreign acquisition of immovable property in Türkiye. It distinguishes foreign natural persons, overseas companies and Turkish companies with foreign capital, and considers nationality conditions, quantitative limits, military and security areas, project obligations and liquidation risks.

This article considers the principal legal issues affecting foreign buyers and sellers of Turkish real estate. It examines acquisition eligibility, title and encumbrance checks, security restrictions, undeveloped land, formal transfer requirements, off-plan purchases, taxes and powers of attorney. The discussion also distinguishes ownership from residence permission and citizenship eligibility, and considers the Court of Cassation authorities cited in the text. The analysis treats due diligence as an assessment of the proposed buyer, the property and its intended use. Its purpose is to connect the commercial expectations of the transaction with the ownership, use and exit position supported by the documents.

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The Law No. 7464 on the Rental of Residential Properties for Tourism Purposes and Amendments to Certain Laws1 provided the short-term rental of residential properties for tourism purposes in Türkiye with a legal framework.

A 2026 guide to Turkish inheritance law for foreign heirs, covering applicable law, proof of heirship, inherited real estate, tax filing and key deadlines.

This article examines the legal preparation required for a Turkish citizenship application based on real estate investment. It considers the qualifying acquisition, valuation, payment evidence, registry restrictions, contractual safeguards, family documentation and the continuing obligations associated with the transaction.

Turkey introduces a mandatory Secure Payment System for real estate transactions, requiring sale prices to be held in blocked bank accounts until title transfer is complete. The system aims to eliminate risks of cash handling, counterfeit money, and under-declared prices while ensuring simultaneous exchange of property title and payment. Implementation has been postponed to December 1, 2026, pending completion of technical infrastructure between land registry authorities and banking institutions.

Kat mülkiyetine tabi yapılarda ortak yerlerde yapılacak değişiklikler için gerekli hukuki şartlar ve prosedürler incelenmektedir. Beşte dört yazılı rıza kuralı, balkon ve dış cephe müdahaleleri, kiracı ve malik ayrımı ile izinsiz müdahalenin sonuçları detaylı olarak ele alınmaktadır.

The practical conclusion is straightforward: an international form is only the starting point. Effective risk allocation requires a Turkish law review of the contract documents, authority chain, notice machinery, security package, dispute clause and project records.

In today's globalized trade environment, many companies engage in commercial relations with other firms and conduct international trade.

The amendments introduced by Law No. 7578 have significantly changed maternity-related leave rights under the Turkish Labor Code by extending postnatal maternity leave from 8 weeks to 16 weeks and increasing the total maternity leave period to 24 weeks.

Turkey's Private Pension System (BES) offers foreign investors a unique pathway to citizenship through a USD 500,000 contribution held for three years. Unlike real estate or bank deposits, this route provides investment flexibility across multiple fund types including equities, precious metals, and money market instruments. How does this managed portfolio approach compare to other citizenship investment options, and what are the key requirements and risks investors should understand?

Foreign investors seeking Turkish citizenship through real estate must navigate both property law and immigration requirements. Understanding the USD 400,000 minimum investment threshold, eligible property types, payment documentation requirements, and the three-year holding restriction is essential before committing capital to a qualifying transaction.

The Turkish citizenship by investment program has become a leading choice for investors and families seeking stability, mobility, and a second passport in a culturally familiar environment.

Foreign investors can qualify for Turkish citizenship by depositing at least USD 500,000 in the Turkish banking system for three years. This route offers a straightforward alternative to real estate investment, allowing qualifying capital to generate interest during the holding period while navigating Turkey's high-interest-rate environment and currency considerations.

The Law No. 7550 on the Enforcement of Criminal and Security Measures and on Amendments to Certain Laws—commonly referred to by the public as the "10th Judicial Reform Package"—was published in the Official Gazette dated June 4, 2025, No. 32920 (1st Repeated Issue)

Foreign nationals can acquire property in Turkey, but the transaction requires careful legal assessment beyond commercial considerations. Title restrictions, construction irregularities, ownership disputes and payment documentation issues can materially affect the investment, particularly when the acquisition is connected with citizenship eligibility or completed through representatives.

Employment disputes in Turkey are not merely matters of wage payment; they form part of a multi-layered system of legal protections extending from the Constitution and international conventions to employment legislation and Court of Cassation case law.

In this article, the characteristics of joint stock companies and how to transfer shares in Turkey are discussed.