Marmaray in Istanbul now operates night trains every day, improving late-night transport and connections with high-speed YHT services.
Antalya authorities ban entry to non-designated forest areas and restrict fire use until October 31 to prevent wildfires during the hot season.
Turkey is advancing major energy infrastructure projects aimed at becoming a regional energy hub connecting the Middle East, Asia, and Europe.
Complete 2026 guide to obtaining a residence permit (Ikamet) in Turkey through real estate purchase. Current rules for 2026: minimum cadastral value ($200,000), open vs. closed districts (20% mahalle quota system), required documents for family applications, step-by-step process, common mistakes, and a life hack for getting a permit with $100,000 through company incorporation. Includes lists of open and closed districts in Istanbul, Antalya, Alanya, and Mersin.
Learn how to update your address with Turkey's immigration office within 20 days. Required documents, online application steps, fines, and FAQs for residence permit holders.
Learn how foreigners can legally marry in Turkey, register their marriage, and obtain residence permits or citizenship.
Complete 2026 legal guide for foreign women married to Turkish citizens. Know your rights: alimony, property division, child custody, residence permits, and protection from violence.
