Applying for an ID number is one of the items on the “to do” list of an expat in Turkey. There has been some confusion about this and I was indeed expecting the banks and other institutions to get familiar with it sooner. The Yabanc? Kimlik Numaras? (YKN) matter, which stands for Foreigner Identity Number, [...]
On the Dalaman coast of Turkey lies the bustling and sprawling town of Marmaris. A long time favourite with British Holidaymakers, the loud and vibrant town always has plenty going on, by day and by night. The beautiful coastline, friendliness of the people and fabulous food and wine, it’s no wonder that despite the recent [...]
Today I would like to go to my inbox and respond to a question about property purchase and company establishment. Here is the question: “Dear Sir, I am a British citizen and would appreciate some advice on what areas in Turkey foreigners can legally purchase property or land. Previously the understanding was that foreigners can [...]
Greece over the past few years has become a source country concerning the entrance of a large number of illegal immigrants, mostly from Asian and African states, who enter mainly through the Greek-Turkish borders. The problem erupted on a full scale in the early 00s and continues with increasing pace. In 1999, it was reported [...]
DT – Summer 2011 is on the way and many people all over the World will escape to sandy pretty beaches in Turkey and certainly Altinkum cant be missed for family holidays in 2011 because almost offers entertainments to every age group and has all the facilities you need for wonderful beach holidays in Turkey, [...]
Declaring a lower purchase price and registering the property at less than its real and actual purchase price, although tempting because both parties will pay less in sale/purchase tax, does carry a significant risk. In the case of declaring a lower sales price, the return on a sale will be higher and, thus, the buyer [...]
A Turkish ship carried more than 1, 200 people, most of whom were foreigners, to Turkey from Libya early today, local media reported. With foreigners from Thailand, Philippines, Pakistan and other countries and 460 Turks on board, the ship left Ras Lanuf and Benghazi ports and arrived in the southwestern Turkish port of Marmaris in Mugla [...]
Marmaris Castle Thought to have been constructed by the Ionians, this small castle on the hill was repaired during the time of Alexander the Great. It was widened and repaired again by Suleyman the Magnificent in 1522, during which time his 200,000 troops attacked and seized the island of Rhodes. The castle opened as a [...]
Getting to Marmaris is very easy and Icmeler is very near to Marmaris resort, Despite the development which reaches around 10km along the west of the bay, Marmaris is also well-known for its expanse of green, present the whole year round thanks to the pine-covered hills which surround the town. There are many beaches around [...]
The Silivri district just outside Istanbul will be taking off soon (literally) following the news that the district’s plans for a new airport, Turkey’s largest one to date, just got the green light. On the European side of the city, its overall capacity will be several times that of Istanbul’s existing Ataturk Airport which is [...]
Turkey’s prime minister said on Friday that the year 2011 would be a year in which there would be more economic progress. Premier Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Turkey had caught up with the economic figures of 2008 despite the global financial crisis. “The national income per capita has risen to 10,000 USD, and 2011 will be [...]
“Hello, I am 47 years old and I’m writing from Argentina. I have read some of your articles and hope you can help me to obtain Turkish citizenship. My father was born in Manisa in 1909. In 1914 he moved with his parents and brothers to Argentina. He lived here until his death in 1979. [...]
Marmaris Icmeler Turkey – Changes in legal regulations may sometimes confuse administrative authorities in terms of interpretation and application. I recently received an e-mail concerning whether or not a residence permit is required for property purchases by foreigners in Turkey. Dear Berk, there has been quite a stir in Kalkan after a UK buyer was [...]
It has emerged that jailed outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party’ (PKK) leader Abdullah Öcalan’s reaction to a statement by Diyarbakır Mayor Osman Baydemir’s was harsher than previously thought. Baydemir had said that “guns are not a means to solve the problem; the role of guns in the 21st century is finished.” As reported by the Fırat [...]
Around Marmaris and Area Tourism Infrastructure Services Union (MARTAB) regular meeting in November, discussed the problems of tourism in Marmaris. Around Marmaris and Area Tourism Infrastructure Services Union (MARTAB) regular meeting in November, discussed the problems of tourism in Marmaris. MARTAB regular council meeting in November, was held with agenda item 12. Maritim Hotel Grand Azur [...]
Marmaris Turkey – You wouldn’t want to be a pork producer in Turkey. About 95 per cent of the population is Muslim and they don’t eat pig meat. It is not on the menu at tourist hotels – no bacon and eggs for breakfast. About 50 per cent of that population of 72 million are [...]
