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Turkey Residence Permit 2026: Get Ikamet via Property Purchase
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.
Changing Your Address with a Residence Permit in Turkey: Step-by-Step Guide
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.
Marriage in Turkey for Foreigners: Legal Guide & Residence Permits
Learn how foreigners can legally marry in Turkey, register their marriage, and obtain residence permits or citizenship.
Women’s Rights in Turkey During Marriage & Divorce 2026: Guide for Foreigners
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.
Safe Property Rentals in Turkey: Avoid Scams & Rent with Confidence
Discover tips for safe property rentals in Turkey, avoid fraud, and ensure your holiday or relocation goes smoothly with licensed agencies.
Divorce in Turkey: Grounds, Process, Custody & Property Guide
A detailed, step-by-step guide to divorce in Turkey. Learn about legal grounds, court procedures, child custody rules, property division, and implications for foreign spouses.
Inheritance for Foreigners in Turkey: Wills, Taxes & Legal Process
A complete guide to inheritance in Turkey for foreigners: wills, legal heirs, taxes, procedures, and how to avoid disputes.
Newborn Registration in Turkey: Guide for Foreign Parents
A clear, step-by-step guide for foreign parents on legally registering a newborn in Turkey, covering documents, citizenship, deadlines, and clinics.
Turkey Property Tax 2026: New Rules & How to Appeal
A complete guide to the new property tax calculation rules in Turkey effective 2026. Learn how cadastral value updates affect you, how to check yours, and the crucial deadline to appeal.
How to Get Turkish Citizenship in 2026: Complete Guide for Expats
Discover all ways to obtain Turkish citizenship in 2026, including investment, residence, marriage, and citizenship for children.
Turkish Citizenship After 5 Years Residence: Legal Guide 2026
Step-by-step legal guide for foreigners seeking Turkish citizenship after 5 years of residence, including requirements, documents, and lawyer support.
Inheritance for Foreigners in Turkey in 2025: What You Need to Know
Can You Transfer Property to Your Children? How to Draft a Will? What Happens Without One? A Detailed Overview of Inheritance Rights for Foreigners in Turkey in 2025.

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Migros launches a sustainable tea production program in Rize, focusing on farmer training, soil improvement, logistics, and guaranteed tea purchases.

Read more 11.06.2026
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Türkiye and Poland held high-level talks in Warsaw to expand defense industry cooperation, focusing on drones, technology transfer, and joint investments.

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Turkish Defence Ministry states it will continue protecting TRNC rights and security while rejecting media claims and addressing regional tensions.

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World News

Türkiye takes first place in TasteAtlas global dessert ranking with künefe leading the list, alongside other Turkish sweets in the top 10.

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Migros launches a sustainable tea production program in Rize, focusing on farmer training, soil improvement, logistics, and guaranteed tea purchases.

Read more 11.06.2026
Life in Turkey

Turkish Defence Ministry states it will continue protecting TRNC rights and security while rejecting media claims and addressing regional tensions.

Read more 11.06.2026
Life in Turkey

Tomato prices in Antalya dropped sharply to 5 TL per kg, forcing a farmer in Serik to distribute his harvest for free amid market pressure.

Read more 11.06.2026
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Turkey launches an investigation into companies using bots to capture Schengen visa appointments and resell them at inflated prices, raising public concern.

Read more 10.06.2026
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