Alanya, Türkiye

Divorce in Turkey and recognition of foreign divorce

Uncontested and contested divorce, recognition of a divorce granted abroad, custody, maintenance and division of property.

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In short: Under Civil Code No. 4721 an uncontested divorce is possible if the marriage has lasted at least one year and both spouses sign an agreement and appear in court. A divorce granted abroad has effect in Turkey after recognition (tanıma) by a Turkish court.

When you need a lawyer

Both spouses agree to divorce
One spouse objects to divorce
A foreign divorce must be recorded in Turkey
Custody, maintenance or property disputes

What the law says

Recognition of foreign judgments is governed by Law No. 5718. Without recognition, the marital status is not updated in Turkish registers.

Property acquired during marriage is divided according to the applicable matrimonial property regime.

Prepared by IS & Partners and reviewed by lawyer [Name], Antalya Bar Association. Updated: November 2026. For general information only — the outcome of your case depends on your documents.

How we work

We agree the scope, timeline and fee before we start.

Consultation

We assess the grounds, jurisdiction and applicable law.

Agreement

We draft the divorce protocol for an uncontested case.

Court

We file the case and represent you.

Registration

We record the decision in civil registers.

Documents you will need

Marriage certificate
Passports and ID numbers
Children’s birth certificates
Foreign court decision with apostille, for recognition

The exact list depends on your situation — the lawyer will confirm it after the first consultation.

Send us photos of your documents — the lawyer will assess your case and quote a fee.

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FAQ

How long does an uncontested divorce take?

Often one hearing is sufficient; the timing depends on the court calendar.

Can I divorce without coming to Turkey?

For recognition of a foreign divorce, yes. For an uncontested divorce, personal attendance at the hearing is required.

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