Cryptocurrency Law in Turkey — Law Bilal ALYAR
Languages: Türkçe | English
Our firm advises international clients on Turkish cryptocurrency regulations, Law No. 7518 compliance, P2P disputes, and international crypto fraud recovery.
Turkish Crypto Regulatory Framework
Law No. 7518 (enacted 2024) requires crypto-asset service providers to obtain a license. MASAK reporting, KYC procedures, and custody rules apply to platforms operating in Turkey.
Cross-Border Crypto Fraud Cases
Our team assists international investors defrauded through Turkish IPs or Turkish-resident perpetrators. We prepare complaints and evidence files for the competent Turkish public prosecutor’s office; international law-enforcement channels operate only through the competent authorities.
P2P Transaction Disputes
Peer-to-peer platforms fall within consumer protection and criminal fraud jurisdiction. Recovery depends on rapid banking intervention and KYC disclosure requests.
Taxation for Foreign Investors
Non-resident investors may be subject to Turkish source taxation for crypto profits generated through Turkish platforms. Double taxation treaties apply where available.
Security Token Offerings Under CMB
Security-type tokens fall under Capital Markets Board (SPK) prospectus requirements. We advise on compliance, white-paper review, and licensing strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can foreigners open crypto cases in Turkey?
Yes, through local counsel with power of attorney. Jurisdiction requires Turkish nexus — perpetrator location, platform base, or banking channel.
Is Kripto P2P legal in Turkey?
Crypto-asset services may be offered in Turkey only by providers authorised by the Capital Markets Board under the Capital Markets Law as amended by Law No. 7518; the lawfulness of a P2P arrangement depends on its facts.
How long does crypto recovery take?
Timelines depend on the competent prosecutor, the financial institutions involved and international cooperation; no timeframe or outcome can be guaranteed.
Do you accept online consultations?
Yes. We offer Zoom and Google Meet consultations in English, Turkish, and Arabic.
Resmi Kaynaklar
- Mevzuat Bilgi Sistemi (mevzuat.gov.tr)
- Yargıtay Karar Arama (karararama.yargitay.gov.tr)
- UYAP Vatandaş Portalı (uyap.gov.tr)
- İstanbul Barosu
- T.C. Adalet Bakanlığı (adalet.gov.tr)
- Türkiye Barolar Birliği (barobirlik.org.tr)
Hazırlayan Avukat
Av. Bilal ALYAR
Marmara Üniversitesi Hukuk Fakültesi mezunu (2015). Aile hukuku, ceza hukuku, kripto para hukuku, bilişim hukuku, şirketler hukuku ve vergi hukuku alanlarında faaliyet göstermektedir.
Bu içerik yalnızca genel bilgilendirme amaçlıdır; somut hukuki görüş ya da avukat-müvekkil ilişkisi oluşturmaz. Her dosya kendine özgü koşullar içerdiğinden, hukuki sorunlarınız için bir avukata danışmanız önerilir.