BlogEnglish Speaking Lawyers in Turkey for Foreign Investors

If you are searching for an English speaking lawyer in Turkey, you are most likely at the beginning of something important: buying property, applying for Turkish citizenship, moving your company, or protecting an investment. Since 2011, Tercan Legal has served as the law firm in Istanbul for foreigners who need one thing above all — a legal team that understands the entire journey of a foreign investor in Turkey, not just a single transaction.

We are not a general practice that occasionally works with foreigners. Foreign investors and international companies are our only clients. Since 2011, we have advised clients from more than 70 countries in 8 languages, supported by a partner network across 6 countries.

Turkish Citizenship by Investment Lawyer

Thousands of families search every year for a Turkish citizenship by investment lawyer or a citizenship lawyer in Turkey. We manage the complete process end-to-end: eligibility assessment, the $400,000 real estate purchase for Turkish citizenship or the bank deposit route, application preparation, and follow-up until your family holds Turkish passports. Citizenship covers your spouse and children under 18 — and our work does not stop at the passport. Residence permits, tax registration, and estate planning are handled under one roof.

Real Estate Lawyer in Turkey — Property Due Diligence

Searching for a real estate lawyer in Istanbul or a property lawyer in Turkey? The single most valuable service a foreign buyer can purchase is independent due diligence on Turkish property: title deed (tapu) verification, mortgage and lien checks, zoning compliance, developer background, and contract review before money moves. We represent buyers — never developers — in property purchase in Turkey, from reservation contract to title registration.

Company Formation Lawyer in Turkey

For entrepreneurs searching company formation lawyer Turkey or how to set up a company in Turkey as a foreigner: we incorporate limited and joint-stock companies, open corporate bank accounts, obtain tax numbers, and register employers — typically within days. After setup, our clients stay with us for work permits, commercial contracts, and ongoing corporate counsel. For registering company you must contact with us.

Residence Permit and Work Permit Lawyer in Turkey

Whether you need a residence permit lawyer in Turkey, help with a work permit application, or defense in a deportation case, our immigration team files, tracks, and appeals — in your language.

Why Foreign Clients Choose Tercan Legal

• One firm for the whole journey. Entry and setup → permits and citizenship → tax and operations → cross-border trade → legal protection → family and inheritance. Fourteen services, one integrated team.
• Since 2011. Serving only international clients since 2011.
• 8 languages, 70+ countries. You will never explain your case through a translator you found yourself.
• Transparent, fixed fees. You know the full cost before we begin.