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Turkish law, explained for foreigners.
Practical notes on property, residence, citizenship and inheritance in Türkiye.
16 June 2026
The Title Deed (Tapu) Transfer Process in Türkiye: A Step-by-Step Guide for Foreign Buyers
The documents and steps for a title deed transfer at the Turkish Land Registry, and the common reasons a foreign buyer's appointment is postponed.
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Recognising a Foreign Divorce in Türkiye: Court and Registry Routes
A foreign divorce is not automatically valid in Türkiye. The two routes to recognition, the conditions, and the documents foreign residents need.
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Entry Bans and Deportation in Türkiye: How the Process and Appeal Work
Who decides entry bans and deportation in Türkiye, on what grounds, and the seven-day window to challenge a deportation decision before the administrative court.
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Short-Term Residence Permit for Property Owners in Türkiye
How foreign property owners in Muğla can obtain a short-term residence permit, and the two checks that decide it: the property type and the closed-neighbourhood rule.
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Buying Property in Türkiye with a Power of Attorney: A Guide for Foreign Buyers
How foreign buyers can complete a Turkish property purchase and title deed transfer through a power of attorney (vekâletname), and what to check before signing.
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Buying Property in Muğla: A Legal Checklist for Foreign Buyers
Buying Property in Muğla: A Legal Checklist for Foreign Buyers Purchasing property in Türkiye involves a number of legal and administrative steps. Foreign buye…
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