avvuralgokhan
Turkish citizen
Forum posts
52
Contacts
126
About me
Turkish
Speaks fluent English and Turkish
Registration: 22 February 2022
Resident permit cancelled without any notice. by Keorevo
Hello friends.My resident permit based on property was cancelled by the immigration.I came to know, while applying for driving license appointment.Reason was, because i sold the property.I have other properties also, so.i thought there will be no ...
@Keorevo can you give out a bit more detail ? Read More
Looking for a lawyer to vacate a tenant by Turkey2023
I am Hadi, retired live in London and planning to move to live in Istanbul. I bought house in Istanbul right now its rented until the end of this year , I starting to look for lawyer to vacate the tenant from the house which is so complicated, but ...
@Turkey2023 Since you yourself are the owner and don't have and alternative to the place you mentioned you are absolutely entitled to live within your apartment. Assuming you are in Turkey and live within İstanbul. Read More
Own a Property in Istanbul by GloBiz
Hello, looking for a reliable Realestate Agent to acquire a property in Istanbul
@GloBiz It's wise to do your due diligence Read More
RISKS OF PURCHASING A PROPERTY IN TURKEY
Since Principle of reciprocity when buying land is eliminated within Turkey any foreigner now is eligible to buy and sell property in Turkey. Especially considering that legal structure allows for residence permit to be issued easily ... Read More
Help,no Tapu and possible sitting tenant 😭 by Allison Tyler
I purchased a apartment in Fethiya and the agent has the Tapu in his office and i can't get it off him, he rented out the flat and has just informed me that the lease ran out last November!! I just don't know what to do, im helpless in the uk and ...
@Randomguy2000 Tapu(Title deed) doesn't magically shift to somebody else just because somebody else has the key to the apartment, there are registration books that keep track of every intricate detail about the property but it happens if you neglect ... Read More
Can I have a contractor examine the apartment prior to purchase? by sympathetic crustacean
In the US, it's typical to have a contractor to examine a house before you buy it, to check for any structural issues. We're looking at buying an apartment in Istanbul. In Istabul, is this something buyers do as well? I'm concerned of course with ...
There is nothing wrong in doing that, i helped clients before because their inability to know what's in it for them,you can dm and i can give you his contracts to help you understand what dangers might lurk around in buying that property. C Read More
Inheritance rights in Turkey by spandex
My father was a British citizen living in Turkey with residency. On his death, his Turkish lawyer told me that his will stated that his estate should go to my brother and sister. I was written out. I said I would not contest the will and signed a ...
Turkish legal code forces the heirship and a portion of assets which then goes to heir, however the legal question is International Law and its application to inheritance problem, so;The persons citizenship is british, and has no relationship with ... Read More
Help,no Tapu and possible sitting tenant 😭 by Allison Tyler
I purchased a apartment in Fethiya and the agent has the Tapu in his office and i can't get it off him, he rented out the flat and has just informed me that the lease ran out last November!! I just don't know what to do, im helpless in the uk and ...
@lldd11 He amy not even have any license whatsoever... Read More
Health insurance by cdw057
We now live in Turkey for a little over a year and intend to stay much, much longer, I have heard about SGK and Private insurance (Allianz seems to be good), the initial quotes of private providers are quite excessive (being foreigners helped I ...
Depending on which country you come from and the bilateral agreements on social security and healthcare, you may be eligible to sgk protection, of course private hospitals provide much better care in that instance. Read More
Canadian citizen wants to move to Turkiye. by pearluk
Hi all. I’m a Canadian citizen married to a Turkish citizen and we want to move to Turkiye for at least 2 years then we will take it from there. I’m aware that I need a resident visa but how and where to get? Do I have to apply here in ...
you can even obtain the citizenship after 3 years of marriage not just visa, hope it answers the question 🙂 Read More
Wanting to open a Chinese/Asian Restaurant by ferdynando88
Hi there I've been to Turkey twice and found out that the Asian food there is not up to par and really expensive.Just wondering how hard is it to open a restaurant in Turkey?What are usual average wage for a non skilled worker?What are the average ...
There are rules around opening a business as a foreigner in turkey namely the international labor law which greatly regulates the area. It's best to consult a professional as a due diligence matter. Read More
Deportation
Deportation will be paid by the treasury from the government if he is not able to pay for himself so he just needs to turn himself in but if he wants to come back next time; he will have to pay his debt. It is sad to see such responses from the ... Read More
Useful Legal Tips by avvuralgokhan
Adjusting the rental price of property owned through lease agreement and is used for residence purposes is capped to 25 percent, starting from, 1/7/2023 for one year.Legislation n. 6098 Temp. Cl. 1Atty. Gökhan Vural
@cdw057 As i say, there are many ways to ensure making the least expense while selling your property and it sometimes involves circumventing existing rules and navigating beyond the general trajectory. For that you will need a professional help.I ... Read More
Useful Legal Tips by avvuralgokhan
Adjusting the rental price of property owned through lease agreement and is used for residence purposes is capped to 25 percent, starting from, 1/7/2023 for one year.Legislation n. 6098 Temp. Cl. 1Atty. Gökhan Vural
@cdw057 I had a client who was an expat who thought exactly like you did at the beginning.Then it turned out the place he sought to buy was far from perfect. If they were to consult some professional in the beginning, this would never have happened, ... Read More
Useful Legal Tips by avvuralgokhan
Adjusting the rental price of property owned through lease agreement and is used for residence purposes is capped to 25 percent, starting from, 1/7/2023 for one year.Legislation n. 6098 Temp. Cl. 1Atty. Gökhan Vural
@avvuralgokhan Foreigners whose profession is tied to a license must apply to obtain a prior license from relevant authority in order to legally work in the country.(International workforce legislation Cl. 8 and relevant statute) Read More
Useful Legal Tips by avvuralgokhan
Adjusting the rental price of property owned through lease agreement and is used for residence purposes is capped to 25 percent, starting from, 1/7/2023 for one year.Legislation n. 6098 Temp. Cl. 1Atty. Gökhan Vural
@Bhavna Dear Bhavna,This thread is opened up by me to help the foreigners in Turkey, explicitly helping them with day-to-day legal matters. However i would love to have your thoughts around if what i am doing is anyway shape or form breaches the ... Read More
Useful Legal Tips by avvuralgokhan
Adjusting the rental price of property owned through lease agreement and is used for residence purposes is capped to 25 percent, starting from, 1/7/2023 for one year.Legislation n. 6098 Temp. Cl. 1Atty. Gökhan Vural
In case of purchasing a good from an e-commerce platform, consumer is eligible for a termination of the contract free of charge and can demand a refund, however he/she might be forced to pay the transportation cost to send the relevant good back ... Read More
Useful Legal Tips by avvuralgokhan
Adjusting the rental price of property owned through lease agreement and is used for residence purposes is capped to 25 percent, starting from, 1/7/2023 for one year.Legislation n. 6098 Temp. Cl. 1Atty. Gökhan Vural
@Cheryl I am a lawyer cheryl,thanks. Read More
Useful Legal Tips by avvuralgokhan
Adjusting the rental price of property owned through lease agreement and is used for residence purposes is capped to 25 percent, starting from, 1/7/2023 for one year.Legislation n. 6098 Temp. Cl. 1Atty. Gökhan Vural
@avvuralgokhan Any purchase of goods or services is subject to Value Added Tax(VAT); If not stated seperately in the agreement, VAT is considered to be priced-in with an agreed price. Read More
Useful Legal Tips
Adjusting the rental price of property owned through lease agreement and is used for residence purposes is capped to 25 percent, starting from, 1/7/2023 for one year.Legislation n. 6098 Temp. Cl. 1Atty. Gökhan Vural Read More
Buying property and living in Turkey. by Brisa01
Hello all, Just joined the expat club as looking to move to Turkey. Lived for 15 years abroad and now looking to start a new chapter. Would appreciate any info in general about buying a property and living out there. Many thanks.
Well @cdw057 I have seen your post in which you ask about the property taxes, income taxes and macroeconomy of turkey.I quite honestly know every answer to those questions and you might be right to seek those answers too.But If I would think it ... Read More
Buying property and living in Turkey. by Brisa01
Hello all, Just joined the expat club as looking to move to Turkey. Lived for 15 years abroad and now looking to start a new chapter. Would appreciate any info in general about buying a property and living out there. Many thanks.
@polaky I can understand where your are coming from but the prices are excuseable for supply is really short and many elements used in such operations are priced with dollars however it's competitive for many remote workers and many areas are ... Read More
Buying property and living in Turkey. by Brisa01
Hello all, Just joined the expat club as looking to move to Turkey. Lived for 15 years abroad and now looking to start a new chapter. Would appreciate any info in general about buying a property and living out there. Many thanks.
@cdw057 Restricted areas are actually published on a regular basis. If you try to reside in one of those it would be hard really. Read More
Buying property and living in Turkey. by Brisa01
Hello all, Just joined the expat club as looking to move to Turkey. Lived for 15 years abroad and now looking to start a new chapter. Would appreciate any info in general about buying a property and living out there. Many thanks.
@raregems11 Dear raregems,Obtaining citizenship through real estate investment is now at 400000 dollars.Obtaining a residence permit for short stay is a valid excuse too. So it's easily acceptable for state. Read More
Dreaded taxes by mojo1953
Retiring from the states. All monies deposited into american banks. Will I have to pay transfer fees between banks and will the turkish government tax my income???? I was told HSNBC was best bet. Any comments will be appreciated.
Last reply to the fact at hand,The Turkish income tax does cover legal 'earnings' this also can be earnings for your past work a.k.a. 'pensions'however its excluded until you pass a certain threshold which is a wage which can be earned by the most ... Read More
Dreaded taxes by mojo1953
Retiring from the states. All monies deposited into american banks. Will I have to pay transfer fees between banks and will the turkish government tax my income???? I was told HSNBC was best bet. Any comments will be appreciated.
@cdw057 Do you know any turkish to begin with? Read More
Dreaded taxes by mojo1953
Retiring from the states. All monies deposited into american banks. Will I have to pay transfer fees between banks and will the turkish government tax my income???? I was told HSNBC was best bet. Any comments will be appreciated.
There is no reason to tax an income which wasn't generated through solid work or a company, the retirement money isn't generally considered an income however there is a tax levied upon foreign currencies when exchange rate is different from prior ... Read More
Best Izmir Neighborhoods? by N.maria
Which neighborhoods in İzmir are safe, affordable and within commuting distance to the business districts? For example Karşıyaka but which mahalle? Bostanlı and Mavişehir seem beautiful but too luxury and unaffordable. I'm ...
Depends on your budget. Read More
How to win an abscond case
Simple and winnable however there are some niches that i would like to ask to that specific employee so do pm if you would like to.RegardsAtty. Gökhan Vural Read More
Turkey Cost of Living 2022 by Fandango2020
This is an update to my previous post back in 2020 .. reasons why to move or retire in Turkey. Well, things changed world wide :( The Covid disastor, the lack of available truck drivers, the high delays and cost of international shipping, ...
@Fandango2020 Even 1000 dollars would make you a kingpin :) Read More
Property Turkey Review by Guest3948247
Hi Members,Is anyone come across the realtor Propertyturkey. Are they good? Any inputs appreciated!Best regardsRabbani
@Rabbani Shaik Hello mr rabbani,***Never hesitate to pm me!RegardsAtty. Gökhan Vural Read More
I want a residence permit in turkey by adumelukerry2020
How can I start the process
@Guest4567 Mr. Ahmad,Any business venture would need you to obtain a relevant permit, therefore you will need a help of an expert on its field. You may also need an audit, and/or CPA, bookkeeper and vice versa.I also advise clients upon ... Read More
I want a residence permit in turkey by adumelukerry2020
How can I start the process
@adumelukerry2020 By finding a lawyer. And Incidentally, i am a lawyer.🙂 Read More
I want a residence permit in turkey by adumelukerry2020
How can I start the process
@im_tamina Hello tamina, if you still look for those groups. We have such group that organizes such activities and/or reply to your messages and give any necessary information.Please check your DM! Read More
interest and inflation by karmsun
Hi everyone, What's the interest rate on deposit accounts and how is the inflation rate in Turkey. What are the best banks with highest interest rates and lowest or no transaction fees that have English speaking workforce ? Thanks, Paul
Inflation is so bad that you can't even relate unless you're paid in lira.Don't get me wrong %18 percent interest for tl won't even protect the money. People use foreign currencies as a hedge to prop up their savings so yeah it's so bad that it ... Read More
Forming Limited Liability Company-AC or Unlimited Company
Dear expat.com users,Here is a brief description of what i and colleagues of mine will do for you:1- Forming the company of your choosing (depending on the advantages and disadvantages),2- Supplying the client with necessary and up-to-date ... Read More
English speaking accountant in Izmir by danielk87
Hi guys, I'm opening a Turkish company. I need a good accountant, who understands export and import. English is a must. Any recommendations?
@danielk87 Dear danielk87,You don't just need an accountant who understands import and exports this job in its nature differs from what an accountant will achieve, you legally need someone who also is an auditor. Since i am a lawyer and an ... Read More
Accountant In Turkey
Anybody who needs a CPA can contact me as i have known a network of dedicated and hardworking individuals. However due to the website's policy, i am unable to post any information. And anyone who has a business interest in turkey particularly upon ... Read More
Looking to Buy cheap property in Turkey by Sheikh Muhammad Umair Naeem
Hi There, i live on Dubai and looking to buy budget apartment in turkey, anything falling under 25000 EUR. further i have plans to shift to turkey with family too. any advice that which is the most suitable part of turkey which can serve me with ...
This is not some 3rd world country...Anything falls under that amount will not serve a "Family" needs.Even though the budget houses aren't below your threshold. You have to pick up some pace or you won't find anything. Any questions you have i will ... Read More
Moving to Izmir - which area? by Jenbob
Hi, Im an expat from England, I have been living in Turkey for one year, but I'm planning to move from my current city Eskisehir to Izmir. My workplace is in Konak, but house prices there seem expensive. Can you advise me of some good areas to ...
@smgb21 Lots of space and garden then Güzelbahçe is your cup of tea :)Cheers Read More
Moving to Izmir - which area? by Jenbob
Hi, Im an expat from England, I have been living in Turkey for one year, but I'm planning to move from my current city Eskisehir to Izmir. My workplace is in Konak, but house prices there seem expensive. Can you advise me of some good areas to ...
@honey67 İzmir is good for iranians for living. If you come from Shiraz it's even better :)People are calm, respectful, level-headed and lax, but settling down to a place certainly depends on your income Cheers Read More
New members of the Turkey forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Turkey forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Kuşadası is in Aydın Province not İzmir... Read More
New members of the Turkey forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Turkey forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello everyone, I am Gökhan Vural, a professional-general lawyer from turkey also an authorized translator should your travels take you to the best place on earth don't hesitate to try and reach out for help. Would be glad to help you out. Read More
Dating a young Turkish man by salem2cool
Hello everyone! I am dating a Turkish man who is in his 30s. We been dating for a couple of months. We have not gone out in public. He has come to my place a couple of times were we share intimate moments. Then he lives. He’s afraid of ...
Well i guess this is very universal really 😆 Read More