Turkish Inheritance Law and Inheritance Tax in Turkey
When a person passes away in Turkey, their assets—including real estate, bank accounts, vehicles, and personal belongings—are transferred to their legal heirs in accordance with Turkish inheritance law. Alongside the process of succession, beneficiaries are also required to pay inheritance tax in Turkey, which is levied on the value of the assets received.
Inheritance tax in Turkey is applied at progressive rates and varies depending on the degree of kinship and relationship between the deceased and the beneficiary. Spouses and children are subject to the lowest rates, while distant relatives or unrelated individuals are generally taxed at higher rates.
Inheritance tax in Turkey is declared and paid to the local tax office. Heirs must submit a declaration of inheritance, including the details of the deceased’s estate and their relationship to the deceased. Delays or errors in this process can lead to complications.
Taking legal advice from a trained Turkish inheritance lawyer to gain a good understanding of the legal and financial implications of inheritance law and inheritance tax in Turkey is recommended. Foreign nationals inheriting property or assets in Turkey may find the process unfamiliar or complex, so seeking the help of a Turkish probate lawyer and taxation specialist is strongly advised.
Burcu Yılmaz Sayılgan is a skilled English-speaking probate and inheritance lawyer in Fethiye who also works throughout Mugla and Turkey. She provides clear, reliable guidance on inheritance tax in Turkey, asset distribution, and succession planning for both Turkish and foreign clients.
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- “Making A Will In Turkey”,
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- “Probate In Turkey”,
- ‘’Forced Heirship In Turkey’’,
- ‘’ Inheritance Lawyer in Turkey’’
Need Turkish Inheritance Law Advice or Legal Assistance in Turkey?
For expert legal assistance and advice on inheritance law and inheritance taxation in Turkey, please contact Burcu Yılmaz Sayılgan Law Firm at +90 533 392 6556 or visit https://burcuyilmaz.av.tr.
