Cross-Border Hub
When a legal matter connects Germany and Turkey
How legal matters connecting Germany and Turkey are assessed: applicable law, competent authorities and cross-border document use.
How legal matters connecting Germany and Turkey are assessed: applicable law, competent authorities and cross-border document use.
A Germany–Turkey legal matter should first be analysed by separating three questions: which law is relevant, which authority is competent and which documents are required for the specific procedure.
Typical matters
- inheritance with Turkish assets
- Turkish property inherited by a person living in Germany
- Turkish company entering Germany
- German GmbH with a Turkish shareholder
- qualified professional moving to Germany for employment
One coordinated cross-border case
A document valid in one country may still require a particular form, translation or certification in the other. German and Turkish authorities may address different parts of the same matter.
Does your matter involve Germany and Turkey?
For an initial assessment, briefly describe the matter, countries involved, your objective and any running deadline.