Frequently Asked Questions

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Citizenship

We assess together whether investment, marriage, or exceptional service fits your situation.

Related page: Turkish Citizenship

It depends on the file; we can’t promise an exact timeframe.

We share the current duration requirement during a consultation.

The law covers those recognised in industry, science, sport, or the arts, or with outstanding service to the country.

Related page: Exceptional Turkish Citizenship

The law sets a required duration; we can look at your situation together.

Related page: Turkish Citizenship by Marriage

No — it’s not citizenship, but a status that preserves certain rights.

Related page: Blue Card

Usually one route is pursued at a time; we recommend the one that best fits your case.

Related page: Turkish Citizenship

The current threshold changes from time to time, so we share up-to-date figures during a consultation.

You choose among authorised banks; we help you weigh the options.

Depending on the case, it’s the relevant ministry or a public institution.

Related page: Exceptional Turkish Citizenship

It can be revoked if the marriage is found to be one of convenience; genuine marriages are assessed separately.

Related page: Turkish Citizenship by Marriage

No, voting and standing for election aren’t included.

Related page: Blue Card

It depends on the route chosen; we can’t promise an exact timeframe.

Related page: Turkish Citizenship

Whether this is allowed depends on current regulations; we can look at your situation together.

Accepted currencies depend on current regulations.

No — those two routes are covered in more detail on their own dedicated pages; this page covers the non-investment exceptional routes.

Related page: Exceptional Turkish Citizenship

No, this route is only for those married to a Turkish citizen.

Related page: Turkish Citizenship by Marriage

Work rights are largely similar to those of Turkish citizens; we check the current rules together.

Related page: Blue Card

Coverage is assessed based on the route and your family situation.

Related page: Turkish Citizenship

A spouse and children under a certain age are assessed separately for inclusion.

Withdrawing early puts both the application and the citizenship at risk.

It depends on how quickly the relevant institution works.

Related page: Exceptional Turkish Citizenship

Genuine, ongoing cohabitation is part of the assessment.

Related page: Turkish Citizenship by Marriage

You can apply at population directorates in Turkey or Turkish consulates abroad.

Related page: Blue Card

Some routes may require it; we’ll advise based on your case.

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Selling before the committed period ends risks having the citizenship revoked.

Account terms vary by bank and are settled directly with them.

Coverage is assessed based on the grounds and personal circumstances.

Related page: Exceptional Turkish Citizenship

Children’s citizenship status is assessed separately.

Related page: Turkish Citizenship by Marriage

The Blue Card grants rights close to those of Turkish citizens in matters like inheritance.

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Depending on the reason, a new application or an objection may be possible.

This is assessed on a case-by-case basis.

A reassessment can be requested with new grounds or changed circumstances.

Related page: Exceptional Turkish Citizenship

Whether the marriage is a genuine, ongoing union.

Related page: Turkish Citizenship by Marriage

That’s a separate application and assessment process.

Related page: Blue Card

Residence

It depends on application volume and the specifics of the file; we can’t promise an exact number of days.

Related page: Short-Term Residence

It depends on your reason for being in Turkey — a short-term reason, family unity, education, or long-term residence; we assess the options together.

Related page: Residence and Work Permit

The sponsor is the Turkish citizen, or the foreign national holding a valid residence or work permit, on whom the family application is based.

Related page: Family Residence Permit

It can be possible to a limited extent under certain conditions; we check the current rules together.

Related page: Student Residence Permit

It’s based on the total time held under residence permits in Turkey; which permit types count is assessed separately.

Related page: Long-Term Residence Permit

It can, under certain conditions; this is clarified during the application.

Related page: Work Permit

The time limit is strict and depends on how notification was made; rather than quoting an exact number of days, we recommend reviewing your situation together right away.

If an expired permit isn’t renewed, staying in Turkey no longer has a legal basis and administrative penalties may follow.

Related page: Short-Term Residence

No, they’re separate permits; a work permit usually also grants residence rights, but the application process differs.

Related page: Residence and Work Permit

Continuing the permit after a divorce is assessed separately, based on factors like the length of the marriage and whether there are children.

Related page: Family Residence Permit

It’s determined by the expected length of the enrolled programme.

Related page: Student Residence Permit

Short trips usually aren’t a problem, but if the total time away exceeds a certain limit, the period can be affected.

Related page: Long-Term Residence Permit

As a general rule, the employer files the application through e-Devlet.

Related page: Work Permit

Missing the deadline can mean losing the right to object or file a lawsuit — which is why acting right after notification matters.

No — a short-term residence permit does not by itself grant a work permit.

Related page: Short-Term Residence

It can be possible depending on your situation — for example, moving from student to family residence, or to long-term status, is assessed separately.

Related page: Residence and Work Permit

In that case, continuing the residence permit involves a separate application and assessment process.

Related page: Family Residence Permit

You need to report the change; your permit is updated according to the new enrolment status.

Related page: Student Residence Permit

It generally counts, but each permit type is assessed on its own.

Related page: Long-Term Residence Permit

Independent work permits are a separate category, with different conditions for foreign nationals running their own business or working freelance.

Related page: Work Permit

This depends on the type of decision and its grounds; we review your situation and work out the right route together.

A short-term residence permit is personal; family members are assessed separately.

Related page: Short-Term Residence

Objection and legal appeal routes are available against a rejection; we cover this in detail on a separate page.

Related page: Residence and Work Permit

Minor children are covered; once a child reaches adulthood, the situation is assessed separately.

Related page: Family Residence Permit

For minor students, the family situation is assessed separately; for adult students, family members use their own application routes.

Related page: Student Residence Permit

It provides broader rights than short-term or family residence, with some exceptions such as military service obligations and voting/electoral rights.

Related page: Long-Term Residence Permit

Your residence status tied to the work permit is assessed separately once the permit ends.

Related page: Work Permit

This depends on the nature of the decision and any accompanying deportation order; clarifying this is our first priority.

From the initial assessment to document preparation, application, and following up on the result — we’re with you at every stage.

Related page: Residence and Work Permit

Yes, as long as the sponsor’s own permit is valid and has enough remaining duration.

Related page: Family Residence Permit

A student residence permit ends when the study finishes; moving to a different status needs to be assessed separately.

Related page: Student Residence Permit

Assistance received in the last three years affects the assessment; we can look at your history together.

Related page: Long-Term Residence Permit

No, a change of employer usually requires a new application or notification process.

Related page: Work Permit

It depends on the reason for rejection; in some cases a new application makes sense, in others an objection or lawsuit is the better route.

No, a family residence permit alone doesn’t grant a work permit.

Related page: Family Residence Permit

Non-formal education programmes fall under short-term residence; a student permit requires enrolment in the main programme.

Related page: Student Residence Permit

A long-term residence permit is granted indefinitely; renewing the physical card is a separate matter.

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It depends on your situation; there are different types, including fixed-term, indefinite, and independent work permits.

Related page: Work Permit

You retain the right to request the grounds and to object accordingly; we can assess this together.

They usually apply together, but depending on your situation, applying at different times can also be assessed.

Related page: Family Residence Permit

It’s usually possible, but long absences can affect your enrolment and permit status.

Related page: Student Residence Permit

No, it’s a separate status; citizenship requires a different application route.

Related page: Long-Term Residence Permit

Yes, for certain professions; which professions this applies to is assessed separately.

Related page: Work Permit

It’s possible, but given the risk of procedural mistakes — especially under time pressure — we recommend getting legal support.

Depending on the reason, a new application or an objection may be possible.

Related page: Work Permit

It depends on the court’s caseload and the nature of the file; we can’t promise an exact timeframe.

Company

It depends on the number of partners, your preference on liability, and any future plans to transfer shares; we compare LLCs and joint stock companies on a separate page.

Related page: Company Formation

The main differences show up in management structure, how easily shares transfer, and overall flexibility; liability is broadly capital-limited in both.

Yes — the process can be handled from abroad through a power of attorney.

Related page: Foreign-Owned Company Formation

No — a liaison office can’t conduct commercial activity, so it can’t issue invoices.

Related page: Branch and Liaison Office

No — the company generally needs to be operating first; we assess your company’s situation together.

Related page: Work Permit for Company Partners

Yes — the law on foreign direct investment grants foreign investors the same treatment as Turkish investors.

Related page: Company Formation

Yes, both types can be set up with a sole partner.

It’s the temporary tax ID a foreign partner uses for official transactions in Turkey.

Related page: Foreign-Owned Company Formation

No — a branch is an extension of the parent company and has no separate legal personality.

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No — partnership alone isn’t enough; the company’s activity and your role are assessed separately.

Related page: Work Permit for Company Partners

Yes — a liaison office works for representation without commercial activity, while a branch can operate as an extension of the parent company.

Related page: Company Formation

A joint stock company’s share structure generally allows transfer with fewer formalities; an LLC’s transfer depends on registration.

Any document issued abroad that will be used in an official process in Turkey.

Related page: Foreign-Owned Company Formation

No — it’s time-limited, and an extension can be requested with supporting reasons.

Related page: Branch and Liaison Office

An approved work permit can, under certain conditions, also serve in place of a residence permit.

Related page: Work Permit for Company Partners

No — company formation and the work permit are separate processes; the company’s status and your ownership structure are assessed separately.

Related page: Company Formation

Yes, converting from one type to another is possible, but it’s a separate legal process.

Yes, a foreign legal entity can be a partner; it has its own set of required documents.

Related page: Foreign-Owned Company Formation

The process goes through a different authority; we can’t say for certain it’s faster than incorporation.

Related page: Branch and Liaison Office

No — for other foreign staff working under the company as employer, see our page on the general work permit process.

Related page: Work Permit for Company Partners

It depends on the structure chosen, how ready your documents are, and application volume; we can’t promise an exact timeframe.

Related page: Company Formation

Foreign investment law grants foreign partners the same treatment as Turkish partners; we assess your partnership structure together.

Capital is wired from abroad into the account opened in the company’s name; we help plan the banking side of this together.

Related page: Foreign-Owned Company Formation

It’s not a direct conversion — a separate incorporation process is required.

Related page: Branch and Liaison Office

It’s less about the size of the share and more about your actual role and the company’s activity; we look at your situation together.

Related page: Work Permit for Company Partners

No, a manager or board member can be a foreign national; some cases involve additional conditions to assess.

The bank requests the foreign partner’s identity and tax number details, and also looks at the company’s line of business.

Related page: Foreign-Owned Company Formation

Yes — foreign nationals working at the branch also go through a separate work permit process.

Related page: Branch and Liaison Office

The company generally needs to be incorporated and operating first; we help plan the right order together.

Related page: Work Permit for Company Partners

Yes — we cover that in detail on a separate page, Foreign-Owned Company Formation.

We cover the LLC-versus-JSC comparison on a separate page.

Related page: Foreign-Owned Company Formation

If you need to conduct commercial activity, make sales, or issue invoices, incorporation or a branch is the option to assess.

Related page: Branch and Liaison Office

Real Estate

The reciprocity requirement was removed, but some exceptions can still apply depending on nationality and location; we check your situation together.

No, the transaction can also be carried out from abroad with a notarised power of attorney.

It depends on the situation; we plan this together during the process.

Related page: Property Valuation Report

No, the title transfer is a separate step; this contract provides binding protection until then.

Related page: Preliminary Sales Contract

It needs to be done within the period following the transfer; we’ll share the exact deadline during a consultation.

Residential units, workplaces, and land can all be considered; acquiring land may additionally require a development project.

Yes, for any party who doesn’t speak Turkish — the land registry office requires it.

In practice it’s requested for sales to foreign buyers; we confirm the current requirement together.

Related page: Property Valuation Report

The law requires this specific form for such contracts; skipping the notary makes it harder to enforce.

Related page: Preliminary Sales Contract

Yes, it’s the mandatory earthquake insurance, and utility providers often ask for it too.

Yes, the law sets limits by person and by area; since these can be adjusted by the competent authority, we share the current figures during a consultation.

It depends on the location and how busy the relevant authority is; we can’t promise an exact timeframe.

It has a limited validity period; we’ll share the current duration during a consultation.

Related page: Property Valuation Report

It’s not mandatory, but we recommend it because it adds protection against third parties.

Related page: Preliminary Sales Contract

This varies by provider; we can follow up on your behalf.

Yes, acquisitions by foreign-capital companies fall under a separate set of rules; we review your situation together.

We recommend keeping bank records showing the funds came from abroad; we guide you on this during the process too.

Yes, as long as it holds an SPK license; we can suggest options if you’d like.

Related page: Property Valuation Report

We review documents like the building permit and floor easement together during a consultation.

Related page: Preliminary Sales Contract

In some cases, yes; we recommend clarifying this before taking ownership.

No, acquiring property on its own doesn’t grant citizenship; we cover the conditions for citizenship by investment on a dedicated page.

We verify the property’s current title deed record through official channels; this check is a standard part of the process.

A gap between them can raise questions in practice; keeping them consistent matters.

Related page: Property Valuation Report

This depends on the withdrawal and termination clauses in the contract; we clarify these together.

Related page: Preliminary Sales Contract

Yes, obligations tied to rental income need separate planning.

Yes, the process can be handled from abroad with a notarised power of attorney; we cover the details on our title deed process page.

No, either party can be represented by a proxy; the appointment is planned accordingly.

The valuation logic is similar, but we cover the details specific to that application on its own page.

Related page: Property Valuation Report

A contract annotated on the title deed offers meaningful protection against this risk.

Related page: Preliminary Sales Contract

Yes, the liability continues for as long as you own the property.

We cover the next steps — property tax registration, utility transfers, and more — on a separate page.

A new report needs to be requested; we help move that along quickly for you.

Related page: Property Valuation Report

Certain protections apply under Consumer Protection Law No. 6502; we go into the details based on your situation during a consultation.

Related page: Preliminary Sales Contract

It’s not required, but we can take over the follow-up and save you the time.

Investment

No, we don’t offer licensed advisory on capital markets instruments like stocks, bonds, or funds; our service covers the legal, financial, and administrative side of real-sector investment.

Related page: Investment Consultancy

Yes, foreign direct investment law adopts the equal treatment principle; any exceptions are assessed separately.

Related page: Foreign Direct Investment

It depends on the scope and sector; we can’t promise an exact timeframe.

Related page: Feasibility and Market Analysis

Elements like tax reduction, social security premium support, customs exemption, and interest support can apply; we share the rates and conditions during a consultation.

Related page: Investment Incentive Certificate

No, we don’t supply funds; we prepare and manage the process from a legal and financial standpoint.

Related page: Project Financing

We cover the incorporation steps themselves on a separate page; here the focus is the legal, financial, and administrative framework around the investment decision.

Related page: Investment Consultancy

It depends on the scale of the investment, your number of partners, and your goal; we assess it together.

Related page: Foreign Direct Investment

No, it lays out the data and compares scenarios; the decision is yours.

Related page: Feasibility and Market Analysis

No, there are conditions tied to sector, location, and the nature of the investment; we assess your eligibility together.

Related page: Investment Incentive Certificate

No, that decision belongs to you and whoever provides the financing; we help you weigh the options together.

Related page: Project Financing

No, but it’s often requested for incentive applications and financing; we assess your specific need together.

Related page: Investment Consultancy

No, but planning the banking and notification sides of the transfer correctly matters.

Related page: Foreign Direct Investment

We prepare the report in the format required by the relevant application.

Related page: Feasibility and Market Analysis

Generally yes; if it isn’t set up yet, we plan that step first.

Related page: Investment Incentive Certificate

This depends on the bank’s policy and the project’s structure; we assess it together.

Related page: Project Financing

No, most of the process can be handled remotely through a power of attorney; we flag in advance any step that needs your physical presence.

Related page: Investment Consultancy

Yes, within a defined framework; we’ll share the current process during a consultation.

Related page: Foreign Direct Investment

Yes, different sectors can be analysed side by side.

Related page: Feasibility and Market Analysis

An extension may be possible under certain conditions; we assess it based on your situation.

Related page: Investment Incentive Certificate

Yes, you’ll need a Turkish bank account for the transfer to land in; we support you through the account-opening process.

Related page: Project Financing

We plan the transfer process together with the banking side; we cover the details on our foreign direct investment page.

Related page: Investment Consultancy

No, we cover the incorporation steps in detail on a separate service page.

Related page: Foreign Direct Investment

No, most of the data collection and analysis can be done remotely.

Related page: Feasibility and Market Analysis

Rates depend on sector, location, and the current state of the regulations; we share the exact figures during a consultation.

Related page: Investment Incentive Certificate

It depends on scope and what the other side requests; we can’t promise an exact timeframe.

Related page: Project Financing

A real-sector investment on its own doesn’t grant citizenship; we cover the conditions specific to certain investment routes to citizenship on separate pages.

Related page: Investment Consultancy

Yes, many steps can be handled remotely through a power of attorney.

Related page: Foreign Direct Investment

No, the report gives you a data-based framework; the investment decision and responsibility remain yours.

Related page: Feasibility and Market Analysis

This can affect your commitments; we recommend assessing it together before deciding.

Related page: Investment Incentive Certificate

No, we don’t source partners for you; we prepare the legal and financial side of the process with whoever you’re already talking to.

Related page: Project Financing

Some sectors may involve extra permits or specific conditions; we check your situation together.

Related page: Foreign Direct Investment

Of course — that’s exactly the point of a feasibility study; an unfavourable picture is a reason to reconsider.

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Not always mandatory, but it strengthens the file; we assess whether you need one together.

Related page: Investment Incentive Certificate

We assess alternative routes together in case that happens.

Related page: Project Financing

Other

The legal process is carried out by our partner lawyer specialising in the relevant area.

Related page: Foreign Nationals Law

No, this service is carried out by our partner accountants, who are licensed professionals.

Related page: Tax and Accounting Services

No, the admission decision belongs to the university; we help you prepare a complete file.

Related page: Education Consulting

We check this for you; since the list of party states changes from time to time, we share the current status during a consultation.

No, it is not mandatory; however, if requested, a lawyer is arranged to be present during the statement. Statements given without a lawyer are also legally valid, but getting legal support early on makes the later stages easier.

This depends on the ground on which the lawsuit is based; some title deed annulment claims are not subject to a time limit, while others are limited to a certain period, so a current assessment is needed.

No, MASAK is an administrative board and does not impose penalties directly; it forwards its findings to the relevant authorities.

No, they are separate measures. A deportation decision is the main order directing a person to leave the country; administrative detention is a separate measure concerning where the person is held while that process is under way, and it is not applied in every deportation case.

No. A deportation decision is the main order directing a person to leave the country; administrative detention is a separate measure about where the person is held while that process is under way. Appealing the detention does not remove the deportation decision itself.

Yes, these centers are commonly called camps; their official name is removal center, and they are operated under the Presidency of Migration Management.

Yes, they are two names for the same decision; an entry ban issued by the authorities appears in the system as a restriction record, also commonly called a "restriction code."

No. An invitation to leave gives a person the chance to depart on their own within a set period; a deportation decision is a measure the authorities enforce directly. The risk of an entry ban is generally lower for someone who leaves within the given period.

For most official transactions your YKN works directly in place of a tax number; we clarify your specific need together during a consultation.

Yes, whatever stage you're at, we review your existing records and take over from there.

For residential rental income below the exemption, a return is generally not required; we confirm your specific situation together.

Related page: Rental Income Declaration

Technically it is an exemption; the buyer never pays the VAT in the first place, so there is no tax being returned afterward.

If you are a full taxpayer in Turkey, it is issued by the Revenue Administration; we follow up the application on your behalf.

Related page: Double Taxation Treaties

No, we cover applications and permit processes on a separate page; this page focuses on disputes and objections.

Related page: Foreign Nationals Law

Many official transactions in Turkey — opening a bank account, a title deed, incorporating a company — require one.

Related page: Tax and Accounting Services

No, scholarship opportunities belong to universities or institutions; we can research these options together during the application process.

Related page: Education Consulting

Both confirm a document’s authenticity; which one applies depends on the country where it was issued.

Detention is subject to limits set by law and can vary depending on the nature of the offense; current information should be confirmed with legal support.

Yes, the lawsuit must be filed against all the other co-owners; a missing party can affect the outcome of the case.

The reporting process is confidential; the person usually becomes aware of it through a request for information or documents.

Note the date on the decision and speak with a lawyer as soon as possible; because the time limit is short, acting without delay matters.

The person, their legal representative, or their lawyer can apply to the magistrate criminal judgeship in the relevant location; no specific petition format is required.

Current contact details need to be obtained from the Presidency of Migration Management; because center addresses and phone numbers can change over time, fixed details are not given here.

Under the law, up to five years; if there is a serious threat to public order or security, it can be extended by up to ten more years.

The period is stated in the decision notified to the person; it needs to be checked in the decision itself.

This depends on how many days you've spent in Turkey in a calendar year and your place of settlement; we calculate this together.

It generally begins once a certain turnover threshold is exceeded; we check your company's specific situation together.

No, the exemption applies only to residential rental income; the full amount of commercial rental income is declarable.

Related page: Rental Income Declaration

No, the exemption applies only to a first delivery made directly by the construction company.

Turkey has treaties with more than eighty countries; we check the status with your specific country during a consultation.

Related page: Double Taxation Treaties

We cover the objection process specific to residence permit rejections on its own page; this page covers broader legal disputes.

Related page: Foreign Nationals Law

This determines which of your income is taxed in Turkey; we clarify your situation together during a consultation.

Related page: Tax and Accounting Services

Some universities don’t require it; we check based on your target programme.

Related page: Education Consulting

Official transactions require the translation itself to come from a sworn translator; we recommend running the process with us from the start.

No. Detention is a precautionary measure, not a conviction; acquittal is also possible at the end of the trial.

Yes, the agreement can be annotated on the title deed record, making it enforceable against third parties.

No, if the review does not find sufficient grounds, the file can be closed at this stage.

No, applying to the administrative court does not by itself halt enforcement; a stay of execution must be requested separately.

No, the application alone does not stop the detention; a decision follows the judge’s review.

Yes, meeting with a lawyer is one of the rights of a person held at a center.

Code lists circulating online are not from official sources and should not be relied on; the scope and grounds of a record can be learned through official channels or through a lawyer.

A person who leaves within the period may not have an entry ban imposed, but this is assessed based on the specific circumstances — it is not an automatic guarantee.

Yes, the application can be made by proxy; we let you know in advance which documents are needed.

If you have no staff, a withholding obligation generally does not arise; we clarify this based on your situation.

This depends on the amount of your real expenses; we calculate which is more advantageous for you.

Related page: Rental Income Declaration

As a general rule, not holding a work or residence permit is a condition; we assess any exceptions during a consultation.

Even without a treaty, some tax paid abroad can potentially be credited under unilateral domestic provisions; we assess this together.

Related page: Double Taxation Treaties

No, no legal process can guarantee an outcome; the process is carried out in line with the law.

Related page: Foreign Nationals Law

If it’s discovered later, you can face late-payment interest and administrative penalties.

Related page: Tax and Accounting Services

It depends on YÖK’s workload; we can’t promise an exact timeframe.

Related page: Education Consulting

The route depends on the type of document and the authority that issued it; we check this for you.

It means the prosecutor's office has decided the evidence gathered is not sufficient to file a public case; this decision can be objected to under certain conditions.

The objection can be made during the determination work or during the announcement stage; missing the deadline can limit the right to object.

Yes, crypto asset service providers are also among the institutions subject to the reporting obligation.

The time limit set by law is very short; legal support should be sought as soon as the decision is notified, since letting the time limit pass can end the right to appeal.

The law requires the review to be concluded within five days at most; the judge’s decision is final.

Visiting procedures follow the center’s own rules; current visiting rules should be confirmed directly with the Presidency of Migration Management or the center.

This can be checked through official channels or through a lawyer; this can be done remotely even if you are outside Turkey.

Not leaving within the period after the decision has been notified can lead to the process turning into deportation; getting legal advice about these options is worthwhile.

No, the tax number is an identification detail; an actual tax obligation only arises separately, once you earn income.

Regular reporting keeps you informed of your file's status at all times; we let you know in advance which steps require your signature.

Undocumented income can carry risk; we assess your specific situation together during a consultation.

Related page: Rental Income Declaration

The price must come from abroad in foreign currency; paying from within Turkey puts the exemption at risk.

The timeline varies depending on application volume; we share the current estimate during a consultation.

Related page: Double Taxation Treaties

There can be extra procedural points tied to your nationality; we assess your situation together during a consultation.

Related page: Foreign Nationals Law

We check whether a treaty exists with your country during a consultation.

Related page: Tax and Accounting Services

The family’s role depends on the student’s age and needs; we assess your situation together.

Related page: Education Consulting

Official transactions in Turkey generally require the sworn translation to be done in Turkey; we plan the process this way.

This depends on the type of offense; for some offenses withdrawing the complaint ends the case, while for offenses investigated ex officio the trial continues independently of the complaint.

Real estate sales are legally subject to an official form; verbal agreements are generally not considered valid for transferring ownership, though the specific facts of a case can lead to different legal outcomes.

No, but a large, seemingly undocumented transfer can become subject to review; documenting the source makes the process easier.

The law prohibits sending someone to a country where their life or freedom would be under serious threat (the principle of non-refoulement); certain other situations listed in the law also bar the decision.

You can obtain the center’s contact details through the Presidency of Migration Management, and arrange to meet your relative and get information about the process through a lawyer.

Yes, providing an interpreter for people who do not speak Turkish is one of the rights that must be ensured.

No, an application to lift it can be filed by a lawyer through a power of attorney while you are abroad.

It is not the same for everyone. In some situations, appealing is more appropriate; in others, leaving voluntarily can lead to a less difficult outcome. The decision should be assessed based on the person’s specific situation.

It is generally based on your residential address, though this can vary by transaction type; we check this for you.

It is filed within a set period after the close of the accounting period; we let you know the exact calendar for your company.

Yes, residential rental income for the same year is combined into a single return.

Related page: Rental Income Declaration

There is a holding period set out in the legislation; we confirm the current period together during a consultation.

No, a single residence certificate can generally be used across different income types; it is the treaty provision applied that varies by income.

Related page: Double Taxation Treaties

Yes, many steps can proceed through a power of attorney; we let you know in advance which steps need your presence.

Related page: Foreign Nationals Law

We cover incorporation on a separate page; here the focus is on the financial obligations that follow.

Related page: Tax and Accounting Services

We cover the student residence process on a separate page and refer you there.

Related page: Education Consulting

If it comes from a country outside the apostille system, an alternative route like consular certification applies.

Regional appeal allows a first-instance court decision to be reviewed again on both factual and legal grounds; cassation is essentially a review of legal compliance.

They can be represented by a lawyer through a power of attorney; notification procedures follow the rules for service abroad.

Banks, financial institutions, and other obliged parties listed in the law are responsible for filing these reports.

No. An invitation to leave gives the person a period to leave the country voluntarily; a deportation decision is one the authorities enforce directly. The two also have different consequences for a future entry ban.

No, its continuation requires that the underlying grounds still exist; if those grounds no longer apply, ending the detention can be requested, also through the magistrate criminal judgeship.

There is no fixed duration; it depends on how the person’s case develops, the status of the detention decision, and any ongoing court process.

No, the authority reviews the application; if it is rejected, the matter can be taken to the administrative court.

If no entry ban was imposed, re-entry is possible; if a ban was imposed, it needs to expire or be lifted first.

No, we cover ongoing bookkeeping and filing on a separate page.

We cover incorporation on a separate page; here the focus is on the financial obligations that follow.

We assess the options for correcting the situation together during a consultation, including explaining any potential sanctions.

Related page: Rental Income Declaration

We cover the title deed and purchase process on a separate page; here we focus only on the VAT exemption.

There can be separate provisions for corporations; we assess your company's situation separately.

Related page: Double Taxation Treaties

Fees vary depending on the nature of the dispute; we clarify this during a consultation.

Related page: Foreign Nationals Law

We cover the first steps after a title transfer on a separate page; here the focus is on ongoing taxpayer obligations.

Related page: Tax and Accounting Services

This depends on your profession and goal; we assess your situation together.

Related page: Education Consulting

The cost depends on the number of documents and the nature of the transaction; we clarify this during a consultation.

This is usually learned through an official notice or at the border upon entering the country; in such cases, getting legal support to check the status of the file is advisable.

The final decision rests with the court; the nature of the property and the parties' requests are decisive factors.

No, MASAK's administrative review and the criminal investigation carried out by the Financial Crimes Bureau are separate processes; the latter can begin once MASAK refers the file.

Confirming this, and learning the content of any decision, requires contacting the Presidency of Migration Management or the relevant authorities through a lawyer.

No, it applies in the circumstances set out in law, when alternative obligations are not considered sufficient; not every deportation process results in detention.

A person invited to leave who does so within the given period may not have an entry ban imposed; this is explained in more detail on the Invitation to Leave and Voluntary Return page.

Not while the ban is in effect; the ban needs to be lifted or expire first.