Many people in Türkiye who want to leave city life and live closer to nature consider buying a field or agricultural land and building a house on it. However, agricultural lands and fields occupy a distinct place in zoning legislation. Because protecting agricultural land is essential for national food security, structures built without permission on … Read more

State social assistance payments continue in 2023 for citizens facing financial hardship. The Ministry of Family and Social Services provides natural gas and electricity support to families in need, helping many households manage rising energy bills more comfortably. During winter months, the Ministry offers winter assistance of up to 2,760 TL to citizens whose need … Read more

New chip passport, also known as the “electronic passport” or “biometric passport,” began to be issued on November 1, 2016. This passport differs significantly from the previous booklet passports. Older passports could not be read by digital systems, which caused delays and difficulties during travel. Preparing for visa-free travel, particularly regarding entry to the European … Read more

E-haciz inquiries can be made easily online. E-haciz is the electronic seizure placed on a debtor’s bank accounts and other assets. This legal procedure allows creditors to collect outstanding debts by using authorized enforcement measures. WHAT IS E-HACİZ? E-haciz is the electronic attachment procedure carried out by the tax authority and other authorized institutions, which … Read more

The Ministry of Health Has Updated Coronavirus Measures! According to breaking news, the Ministry of Health has revised the Epidemic Management and Working Guide. The updated guide includes new rules for beauty centers: staff must leave their mobile phones in the changing rooms before starting work and before any contact with customers. Customers and staff … Read more

Courier companies have become essential intermediaries for our shopping and personal shipments. As online shopping increases, one of the most common questions consumers ask is where their parcel is and when it will be delivered. This is where the tracking system becomes important. One of Turkey’s leading couriers, Sürat Kargo, offers customers a fast and … Read more

In Turkey, improving the quality of life for people with disabilities and ensuring their independence in transportation are supported by important legal rights. One of the most notable of these rights is the Special Consumption Tax (ÖTV) exemption or reduction when purchasing a brand-new vehicle. Because regulations and limits are updated annually, it is important … Read more

After many years of working, people leave active employment once they meet the required retirement conditions and transition into retirement. After fulfilling the legal requirements for retirement, individuals submit a retirement application and the necessary documents to the Social Security Institution (SGK). The SGK reviews submitted records, and if the conditions are met and procedures … Read more

The Law No. 7440 on “Restructuring Certain Receivables and Amending Certain Laws,” dated 9 March 2023, was published in the Official Gazette No. 32130 on 12 March 2023 and entered into force on that date. Under this law, receivables of the Social Security Institution (SGK) that are pursued under Law No. 6183 and that accrued … Read more

In working life, the salary a worker receives is the primary means of livelihood. However, due to changing economic conditions, rising inflation, and increasing living costs, one of the most common expectations of workers is that their wages will be adjusted regularly. Many employees wonder whether employers are legally required to give raises each year. … Read more