Making a Will in Turkey
Making a will in Turkey is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes after death. For foreign nationals and expats living in Turkey, understanding inheritance and how wills work under Turkish law is advised to avoid confusion and potential legal complications later on.
A will allows you to specify the distribution of your assets after death. The process of making a will involves identifying assets, appointing an executor, and deciding between a notarised or holographic will. Understanding Turkish tax implications, particularly inheritance tax in Turkey, is essential, as it can differ from inheritance laws in other countries. Making a will in Turkey provides peace of mind, avoids family conflicts, and ensures a smooth transfer of assets.
Burcu Yılmaz Sayılgan is a highly experienced English speaking probate lawyer in Fethiye who has prepared wills for a wide range of clients with wishes that may be different from those in Turkish Law. Burcu has helped many expats and foreign nationals create valid, enforceable wills tailored to their specific needs and is skilled at working with clients throughout the process, including assisting after death, to ensure wills are executed according to the deceased’s wishes. Many foreigners and expats believe wills are not valid in Turkey, but if drawn up correctly, they are, and Burcu has successfully implemented them on many occasions.
You can access our articles on inheritance law in Turkey on our website from the links below:
- “Inheritance Law” ,
- “Forced Heirship In Turkey”,
- “Intestate Succession In Turkey: Understanding Asset Distribution Without a Will”,
- “Inheritance Law In Turkey”,
- “Probate In Turkey”,
- ‘’ Inheritance Lawyer in Turkey
Turkish Inheritance Law and Advice
For expert legal assistance and advice on making a will or Turkish inheritance law, please contact Burcu Yılmaz Sayılgan Law Firm at +90 533 392 6556 or visit our website at https://burcuyilmaz.av.tr/ .
