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12/01/2026

Navigating TITCK’s Latest Guidance: Which Products Are Excluded from Medical Device Regulations?

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Turkish healthcare regulations, distinguishing between a “medical device” and a “general use product” is critical for manufacturers and importers. The Turkish Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Agency  (TITCK) recently published a vital announcement regarding products that do not fall within the scope of the Medical Device Regulations (MDR) and In […]

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25/12/2025

Turkiye Extends Financial Restructuring for Companies: What the Extension of Banking Law Provisional Article 32 Means for Your Business

In a significant move to support corporate financial stability, the Turkish Presidency has officially extended the duration of the Financial Restructuring (FYY) framework. According to the Presidential Decision No. 10765, published on December 24, 2025, the provisions of Provisional Article 32 of the Banking Law (No. 5411) with regard to corporate debt restructuring have been […]

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16/12/2025

Ministry of Trade Issues Warning on Year-End Sales in Türkiye: Legal Obligations for Sellers and Tips for Consumers

Introduction As we approach the end of 2025, campaigns such as “New Year Sales” and “Year-End Deals” are dominating the retail landscape. However, this peak shopping season often brings a rise in consumer grievances. On December 16, 2025, the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade published a critical announcement warning consumers about potential fraud and […]

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10/12/2025

New KVKK Ruling: Hotels in Turkey Are Prohibited from Photocopying Guest ID Cards

Date of Decision: November 6, 2025 Decision Number: 2025/2120 In the tourism and hospitality sector, a longstanding practice has finally come under strict scrutiny by the Turkish Personal Data Protection Board (KVKK). For years, it has been common procedure for hotels, resorts, and hostels to take photocopies or digital scans of guests’ ID cards (Kimlik) […]

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03/01/2026

Company Establishment and Deciding the Right Business Structure in Turkey

Company Establishment in Turkey

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13/12/2025

What measures should be taken by Sponsors in case of missing investigation products during clinical trials in Turkiye

Preamble The loss of investigational products (IP) during a clinical trial severely influences the clinical trial’s integrity, participant safety, and regulatory compliance. When the absence of IPs is noticed during a clinical study, implementing the necessary measures by Sponsors in a timely manner is of great importance.  1. Determining the Characteristics of missing products Understanding […]

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