{"id":1828,"date":"2022-07-24T14:11:20","date_gmt":"2022-07-24T14:11:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/?page_id=1828"},"modified":"2026-09-18T18:11:46","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T18:11:46","slug":"alimony-in-turkey","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/","title":{"rendered":"Alimony in Turkey and Divorce Compensation in Turkey"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-image align_center\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/divorce-alimony-in-turkey-800x400.jpg\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#DIVORCE_ALIMONY_AND_COMPENSATION_CLAIMS_UNDER_TURKISH_LAW_REQUIREMENTS_AND_LEGAL_PROCEDURE\" >DIVORCE ALIMONY AND COMPENSATION CLAIMS UNDER TURKISH LAW, REQUIREMENTS AND LEGAL PROCEDURE<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#WHAT_ARE_THE_TYPES_OF_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\" >WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1-_What_Is_Temporary_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >1- What Is Temporary Alimony in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2-_What_Is_Spousal_Support_in_Turkey\" >2- What Is Spousal Support in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#3-_What_Is_Child_Support_in_Turkey\" >3- What Is Child Support in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#4-_What_Is_Assistance_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >4- What Is Assistance Alimony in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#ALIMONY_CLAIMS_IN_DIVORCE_CASES_IN_TURKEY\" >ALIMONY CLAIMS IN DIVORCE CASES IN TURKEY<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1-_Alimony_Claims_in_Uncontested_Divorce_Cases_in_Turkey\" >1- Alimony Claims in Uncontested Divorce Cases in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2-_Alimony_Claims_in_Contested_Divorce_Cases_in_Turkey\" >2- Alimony Claims in Contested Divorce Cases in Turkey<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#WHAT_ARE_THE_CONDITIONS_FOR_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\" >WHAT ARE THE CONDITIONS FOR ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1-_Conditions_for_Temporary_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >1- Conditions for Temporary Alimony in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2-_Conditions_for_Spousal_Support_in_Turkey\" >2- Conditions for Spousal Support in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#3-_Conditions_for_Child_Support_in_Turkey\" >3- Conditions for Child Support in Turkey<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#WHAT_IS_AN_ALIMONY_LAWSUIT_IN_TURKEY\" >WHAT IS AN ALIMONY LAWSUIT IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1_General_Framework_of_an_Alimony_Lawsuit_in_Turkey\" >1. General Framework of an Alimony Lawsuit in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2_Parties_to_an_Alimony_Lawsuit_in_Turkey\" >2. Parties to an Alimony Lawsuit in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#3_Burden_of_Proof_and_Evidence_in_Alimony_Lawsuits_in_Turkey\" >3. Burden of Proof and Evidence in Alimony Lawsuits in Turkey<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#a_Proof_in_Spousal_Maintenance_Claims_in_Turkey\" >a) Proof in Spousal Maintenance Claims in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#b_Proof_in_Child_Support_Claims_in_Turkey\" >b) Proof in Child Support Claims in Turkey<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#4_Statute_of_Limitations_and_Time_Bars_in_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >4. Statute of Limitations and Time Bars in Alimony in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#5_Competent_and_Authorized_Court_in_Alimony_Lawsuits_in_Turkey\" >5. Competent and Authorized Court in Alimony Lawsuits in Turkey<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#HOW_MUCH_IS_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\" >HOW MUCH IS ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1-_What_Factors_Are_Considered_When_Determining_the_Amount_of_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >1- What Factors Are Considered When Determining the Amount of Alimony in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2-_What_Evidence_Does_the_Judge_Examine_When_Determining_the_Amount_of_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >2- What Evidence Does the Judge Examine When Determining the Amount of Alimony in Turkey?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#a_Documents_Showing_the_Financial_Situation_of_the_Parties\" >a. Documents Showing the Financial Situation of the Parties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#b_Evidence_Relating_to_Assets\" >b. Evidence Relating to Assets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#c_Documents_Showing_the_Childrens_Expenses\" >c. Documents Showing the Children\u2019s Expenses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#d_Investigations_Regarding_the_Social_and_Economic_Conditions_of_the_Parties\" >d. Investigations Regarding the Social and Economic Conditions of the Parties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#e_Additional_Evidence_Showing_Living_Standards_and_Spending_Capacity\" >e. Additional Evidence Showing Living Standards and Spending Capacity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#f_Evidence_Relating_to_Fault_For_Poverty_Alimony\" >f. Evidence Relating to Fault (For Poverty Alimony)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#3-_What_Is_the_Duration_of_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >3- What Is the Duration of Alimony in Turkey?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#a_Duration_of_Spousal_Support_in_Turkey\" >a. Duration of Spousal Support in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#b_Duration_of_Child_Support_in_Turkey\" >b. Duration of Child Support in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#c_Duration_of_Temporary_Alimony_Precautionary_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >c. Duration of Temporary Alimony (Precautionary Alimony) in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#d_Duration_of_Assistance_Alimony_in_Turkey_Kinship_Alimony_Not_Between_Spouses\" >d. Duration of Assistance Alimony in Turkey (Kinship Alimony, Not Between Spouses)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#WHAT_DOES_A_JUDGE_CONSIDER_WHEN_DETERMINING_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\" >WHAT DOES A JUDGE CONSIDER WHEN DETERMINING ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1_What_Criteria_Does_the_Judge_Consider_for_Temporary_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >1. What Criteria Does the Judge Consider for Temporary Alimony in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2_What_Criteria_Does_the_Judge_Consider_for_Spousal_Support_in_Turkey\" >2. What Criteria Does the Judge Consider for Spousal Support in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#3_What_Criteria_Does_the_Judge_Consider_for_Child_Support_in_Turkey\" >3. What Criteria Does the Judge Consider for Child Support in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#HOW_MUCH_OF_A_SALARY_IS_PAID_AS_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\" >HOW MUCH OF A SALARY IS PAID AS ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1_Determination_of_Spousal_Support_Amount_in_Turkey\" >1. Determination of Spousal Support Amount in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2_Determination_of_Child_Support_Amount_in_Turkey\" >2. Determination of Child Support Amount in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#3_Income_and_Economic_Factors_Considered_by_the_Judge_in_Turkey\" >3. Income and Economic Factors Considered by the Judge in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#4_What_Percentage_of_Salary_Is_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >4. What Percentage of Salary Is Alimony in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#ENFORCEMENT_OF_ALIMONY_DECISIONS_AND_THE_OBJECTION_PROCESS_IN_TURKEY\" >ENFORCEMENT OF ALIMONY DECISIONS AND THE OBJECTION PROCESS IN TURKEY<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#WHAT_IS_INDEFINITE_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\" >WHAT IS INDEFINITE ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1_One_of_the_Parties_Must_File_a_Request\" >1. One of the Parties Must File a Request<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2_The_Requesting_Spouse_Must_Not_Be_More_at_Fault\" >2. The Requesting Spouse Must Not Be More at Fault<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#3_The_Requesting_Spouse_Must_Fall_into_Poverty\" >3. The Requesting Spouse Must Fall into Poverty<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#4_The_Alimony_Must_Be_Proportionate_to_the_Paying_Spouses_Financial_Capacity\" >4. The Alimony Must Be Proportionate to the Paying Spouse\u2019s Financial Capacity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#5_Legal_Background_of_Indefinite_Alimony_in_Turkey\" >5. Legal Background of Indefinite Alimony in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#6_International_Perspective\" >6. International Perspective<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#IS_IT_POSSIBLE_TO_GET_A_DIVORCE_WITHOUT_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\" >IS IT POSSIBLE TO GET A DIVORCE WITHOUT ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#HOW_IS_THE_ALIMONY_INCREASE_RATE_CALCULATED_FOR_2026_IN_TURKEY\" >HOW IS THE ALIMONY INCREASE RATE CALCULATED FOR 2026 IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1-_What_Are_The_Justified_Grounds_For_Filing_An_Alimony_Increase_Lawsuit_In_Turkey\" >1- What Are The Justified Grounds For Filing An Alimony Increase Lawsuit In Turkey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2-_Calculation_of_the_Alimony_Increase_Amount_in_Turkey\" >2- Calculation of the Alimony Increase Amount in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#3-_CPI_Rate_for_Alimony_Increase_in_Turkey_in_2026\" >3- CPI Rate for Alimony Increase in Turkey in 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#HOW_ARE_FINANCIAL_AND_MORAL_COMPENSATION_CLAIMS_REQUESTED_IN_DIVORCE_CASES_IN_TURKEY\" >HOW ARE FINANCIAL AND MORAL COMPENSATION CLAIMS REQUESTED IN DIVORCE CASES IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1-_Divorce_Compensation_in_the_Event_of_an_Uncontested_Divorce_in_Turkey\" >1- Divorce Compensation in the Event of an Uncontested Divorce in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2-_Divorce_Compensation_in_the_Event_of_a_Contested_Divorce_in_Turkey\" >2- Divorce Compensation in the Event of a Contested Divorce in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#3-_What_Is_the_Difference_Between_Financial_and_Moral_Compensation_in_Divorce_in_Turkey\" >3- What Is the Difference Between Financial and Moral Compensation in Divorce in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#4-_What_Are_the_Court_Fees_for_Claiming_Divorce_Compensation_in_Turkey\" >4- What Are the Court Fees for Claiming Divorce Compensation in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#5-_What_Are_the_Criteria_for_Determining_Divorce_Compensation_in_Turkey\" >5- What Are the Criteria for Determining Divorce Compensation in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#WHAT_IS_FINANCIAL_COMPENSATION_IN_DIVORCE_IN_TURKEY\" >WHAT IS FINANCIAL COMPENSATION IN DIVORCE IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1-_What_Are_the_Conditions_for_Financial_Compensation_in_Divorce_in_Turkey\" >1- What Are the Conditions for Financial Compensation in Divorce in Turkey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2-_Calculation_of_Financial_Compensation_in_Divorce_in_Turkey\" >2- Calculation of Financial Compensation in Divorce in Turkey<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#WHAT_IS_MORAL_COMPENSATION_IN_DIVORCE_IN_TURKEY\" >WHAT IS MORAL COMPENSATION IN DIVORCE IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1-_What_Are_The_Conditions_For_Claiming_Moral_Compensation_In_Divorce_In_Turkey\" >1- What Are The Conditions For Claiming Moral Compensation In Divorce In Turkey?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-69\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#a_Termination_of_the_Marriage_by_Divorce\" >a. Termination of the Marriage by Divorce<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-70\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#b_Violation_of_the_Claimant_Spouses_Personal_Rights\" >b. Violation of the Claimant Spouse\u2019s Personal Rights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-71\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#c_Fault_of_the_Spouse_Against_Whom_Moral_Compensation_Is_Claimed\" >c. Fault of the Spouse Against Whom Moral Compensation Is Claimed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-72\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#d_The_Moral_Compensation_Claim_Must_Arise_from_the_Divorce_and_the_Events_Leading_to_Divorce\" >d. The Moral Compensation Claim Must Arise from the Divorce and the Events Leading to Divorce<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-73\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2-_Calculation_of_Moral_Compensation_Amount_in_Turkey\" >2- Calculation of Moral Compensation Amount in Turkey<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-74\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#HOW_IS_DIVORCE_COMPENSATION_OBTAINED_IN_TURKEY\" >HOW IS DIVORCE COMPENSATION OBTAINED IN TURKEY?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-75\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#1_Claiming_Compensation_Together_with_the_Divorce_Lawsuit_in_Turkey\" >1. Claiming Compensation Together with the Divorce Lawsuit in Turkey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-76\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#2_Filing_a_Separate_Compensation_Lawsuit_After_the_Divorce_Case_in_Turkey\" >2. Filing a Separate Compensation Lawsuit After the Divorce Case in Turkey<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-77\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#IS_IT_POSSIBLE_TO_OBJECT_TO_DIVORCE_AWARD_IN_TURKEY\" >IS IT POSSIBLE TO OBJECT TO DIVORCE AWARD IN TURKEY?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-78\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/alimony-in-turkey\/#CAN_PROVISIONS_REGARDING_SPOUSAL_SUPPORT_AND_DIVORCE_COMPENSATION_BE_INCLUDED_IN_A_PRENUPTIAL_AGREEMENT_IN_TURKEY\" >CAN PROVISIONS REGARDING SPOUSAL SUPPORT AND DIVORCE COMPENSATION BE INCLUDED IN A PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENT IN TURKEY?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DIVORCE_ALIMONY_AND_COMPENSATION_CLAIMS_UNDER_TURKISH_LAW_REQUIREMENTS_AND_LEGAL_PROCEDURE\"><\/span>DIVORCE ALIMONY AND COMPENSATION CLAIMS UNDER TURKISH LAW, REQUIREMENTS AND LEGAL PROCEDURE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><strong>Alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is a <strong>legal obligation regulated under the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>, which requires one spouse to <strong>provide regular financial support to the other spouse by court order<\/strong>, provided that <strong>certain legal conditions are met<\/strong>. <strong>Divorce alimony<\/strong> is only <strong>one of the general types of alimony in Turkey<\/strong>, and its primary purpose is <strong>to ensure economic balance between spouses<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to this, <strong>other types of alimony stipulated by law<\/strong> may give rise to an obligation to provide financial support to a <strong>child in need, parents, or other relatives<\/strong>. Therefore, <strong>alimony in Turkey<\/strong> <strong>is<\/strong> <strong>not limited solely to the relationship between divorced spouses<\/strong>, but instead has a <strong>much broader scope within the framework of Turkish family law<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>According to the Turkish Language Association, alimony is defined as <strong>\u201cthe entirety of what is necessary for subsistence\u201d<\/strong> and <strong>\u201ca monthly payment granted by court order to persons whom one is legally obliged to support.\u201d<\/strong> This definition clearly demonstrates both the social and legal dimensions of alimony in Turkey.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is an institution that enables the spouse who becomes <strong>economically weaker after the dissolution of the marriage<\/strong> to receive <strong>financial support from the other spouse<\/strong>. The type of alimony (<strong>temporary alimony, poverty alimony, child support<\/strong>) and its <strong>amount<\/strong> are determined by the court by taking into account <strong>the economic and social conditions of the parties, the standard of living established during <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/marriage-in-turkey\/\">the marriage in Turkey<\/a>, the needs of the children, and the principle of equity<\/strong>. <strong>If the spouses cannot reach an agreement<\/strong>, the court\u2019s <strong>discretionary power<\/strong> comes into play.<\/p>\n<p>Contrary to common public belief, <strong>alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is <strong>not a form of payment exclusive to divorce proceedings<\/strong>. <strong>Assistance alimony<\/strong>, as regulated by law, may arise as an obligation toward <strong>ascendants, descendants, or siblings<\/strong> who are <strong>unable to support themselves financially<\/strong>. In this respect, <strong>alimony in Turkey<\/strong> functions as a <strong>mechanism that strengthens social solidarity among family members<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, <strong>alimony in Turkey<\/strong> should be regarded <strong>not merely as a financial obligation between individuals<\/strong>, but also as <strong>a system designed to preserve social solidarity, intra-family assistance, and economic balance<\/strong>. Alimony provisions are enacted with consideration of public interest and aim to <strong>ensure economic protection for vulnerable segments of society<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-iconbox us_custom_aea21514 iconpos_left style_default color_secondary align_center no_title\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:2rem;\"><i class=\"fas fa-gavel\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-text\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mevzuat.gov.tr\/mevzuatmetin\/1.5.4721.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Turkish Civil Code Article 174<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p>The party who is faultless or less at fault and whose existing or expected benefits are damaged due to divorce may claim appropriate compensation from the at-fault party.<\/p>\n<p>The party whose personal rights have been violated due to events leading to the divorce may request the payment of an appropriate amount of money as moral compensation from the at-fault party.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_275474cc has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHAT_ARE_THE_TYPES_OF_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span>WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the <strong>Turkish legal system<\/strong>,<strong> alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is an <strong>important legal institution<\/strong> regulated to <strong>ensure economic balance between individuals<\/strong>, <strong>protect family solidarity<\/strong>, and <strong>encourage social assistance<\/strong>. Within this framework, <strong>four main types of alimony in Turkey<\/strong> are recognized:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Temporary Alimony (Interim Spousal Support)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Spousal Support (Poverty Alimony)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Child Support <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Assistance Alimony<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Each type of alimony in Turkey<\/strong> has <strong>different legal conditions, purposes, and areas of application<\/strong>. Therefore, when evaluating a spousal support claim in Turkey, <strong>the specific circumstances of the case<\/strong> and <strong>the social and economic conditions of the parties<\/strong> are taken into account.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_What_Is_Temporary_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>1- What Is Temporary Alimony in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Temporary alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is a <strong>provisional form of alimony<\/strong> that may be requested <strong>before the filing of a divorce case or during the divorce proceedings in Turkey<\/strong>. It is designed to <strong>cover the basic needs of the spouse who is in financial difficulty<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Conditions for Awarding: <\/strong><strong>Fault is not required<\/strong> for temporary alimony in Turkey. Even a spouse <strong>found at fault in the divorce<\/strong> may request <strong>temporary spousal support in Turkey.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Purpose: <\/strong>The purpose is <strong>to prevent economic hardship before the dissolution of the marriage<\/strong> and to <strong>maintain a temporary financial balance between the spouses<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_What_Is_Spousal_Support_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>2- What Is Spousal Support in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Spousal support in Turkey<\/strong>, which is <strong>awarded together with the divorce judgment<\/strong>, aims to provide financial support to the spouse <strong>who is likely to fall into poverty as a result of the divorce<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Conditions for Awarding: <\/strong>The spouse requesting <strong>divorce alimony in Turkey<\/strong> must <strong>not be more at fault than the other spouse<\/strong>, and must be <strong>at risk of falling into poverty due to the divorce<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Purpose: <\/strong>The aim is <strong>to prevent hardship caused by economic imbalance<\/strong> and <strong>to reduce the risk of poverty arising from divorce<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-_What_Is_Child_Support_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>3- What Is Child Support in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/child-support-in-turkey\/\"><strong>Child support in Turkey<\/strong><\/a> is the type of spousal support that requires the spouse <strong>who is not granted custody<\/strong> to <strong>contribute to the joint child\u2019s expenses<\/strong>, including <strong>care, education, healthcare, and other mandatory costs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Conditions for Awarding: <\/strong>It is paid <strong>for minor children<\/strong> by the parent <strong>who does not have custody<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Purpose: <\/strong>The objective is <strong>to protect the best interests of the child<\/strong> and to <strong>ensure that parents share the financial responsibility for the child\u2019s care<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-_What_Is_Assistance_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>4- What Is Assistance Alimony in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Assistance alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is a type of spousal support intended for <strong>relatives who are economically in need<\/strong>. Pursuant to <strong>Article 364 of the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>, everyone is obliged to provide maintenance to their <strong>ascendants, descendants and siblings who would fall into poverty without such assistance<\/strong>. In the case of siblings, this obligation arises only where <strong>the person liable is living in affluence<\/strong>. Furthermore, under Article 365 of the Turkish Civil Code, an assistance alimony claim is brought <strong>following the statutory order of succession<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Conditions for Awarding: <\/strong>The alimony claimant must be <strong>in need of assistance<\/strong>, and the obligated person must have <strong>the financial capacity to pay<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>For Adult Children: <\/strong>Adult children who <strong>continue their education<\/strong> and <strong>require financial support<\/strong> may request <strong>maintenance alimony instead of child support<\/strong>. In such cases, <strong>the support is paid directly to the adult child<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In conclusion, <strong>all types of alimony in Turkey<\/strong> are legal mechanisms that <strong>regulate family responsibilities<\/strong>, <strong>address social and economic needs<\/strong>, and <strong>strengthen social solidarity<\/strong>. <strong>Each type of alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is awarded <strong>subject to specific legal conditions<\/strong> and is assessed within the framework of <strong>the parties\u2019 socio-economic status, living standards, and the principle of equity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 680px; margin: 24px auto; background: #fffdfb; border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<div style=\"background: #8b3516; color: #fff; padding: 11px 15px; text-align: center; font-size: 14.5px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.4;\">\u2696\ufe0f TYPES OF ALIMONY UNDER TURKISH LAW<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 8px; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: separate; border-spacing: 6px; font-size: 11.5px; line-height: 1.45; color: #333; table-layout: fixed;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; vertical-align: top; padding: 0;\">\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 6px; background: #fff; overflow: hidden; min-height: 120px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; padding: 9px 10px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 12.5px; font-weight: bold;\">\u2696\ufe0f Interim Alimony<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 9px 10px;\">Aims to provide financial support before or during divorce proceedings. <strong>Fault is not required.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; vertical-align: top; padding: 0;\">\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 6px; background: #fff; overflow: hidden; min-height: 120px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; padding: 9px 10px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 12.5px; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83d\udcb0 Poverty Alimony<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 9px 10px;\">Aims to provide financial support to the spouse who will fall into poverty as a result of the divorce.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0;\">\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 6px; background: #fff; overflow: hidden; min-height: 120px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; padding: 9px 10px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 12.5px; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67 Child Support (Participation Alimony)<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 9px 10px;\">Requires the non-custodial parent to contribute to the care and expenses of the joint child.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0;\">\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 6px; background: #fff; overflow: hidden; min-height: 120px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; padding: 9px 10px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 12.5px; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83e\udd1d Support Alimony<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 9px 10px;\">A type of alimony provided for ascendants, descendants and siblings who would fall into poverty without financial support.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ALIMONY_CLAIMS_IN_DIVORCE_CASES_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>ALIMONY CLAIMS IN DIVORCE CASES IN TURKEY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, an <strong>alimony claim in divorce cases<\/strong> is a <strong>frequently raised legal request<\/strong> aimed at <strong>preserving the economic balance between the parties<\/strong>, <strong>preventing financial hardship<\/strong>, and <strong>reducing the negative effects caused by divorce<\/strong>. A spouse who believes that they require alimony may <strong>assert this claim together with the divorce lawsuit<\/strong>. The fact that <strong>alimony claims are ancillary in nature<\/strong> makes it easier, in terms of <strong>procedural economy<\/strong>, for them to be <strong>examined within the same case<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Alimony claims in Turkey may be raised in both uncontested and contested divorce cases<\/strong>. However, there are <strong>significant differences<\/strong> between these two types of proceedings in terms of <strong>the legal basis, procedure, and consequences of alimony<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_Alimony_Claims_in_Uncontested_Divorce_Cases_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>1- Alimony Claims in Uncontested Divorce Cases in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/uncontested-divorce-process-in-turkey\/\"><strong>uncontested divorce in Turkey<\/strong><\/a> is a type of case in which the parties must reach <strong>full agreement on all elements of the divorce<\/strong>, including <strong>alimony, custody, compensation, and division of property<\/strong>. In this process, several key issues are of particular importance with regard to <strong>divorce alimony and other types of alimony<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Preparation of the Protocol: <\/strong>Alimony claims must be <strong>explicitly stated in the uncontested divorce protocol<\/strong>. If <strong>no provision regarding alimony<\/strong> is included in the divorce protocol, it is <strong>not possible to claim poverty alimony or pecuniary and non-pecuniary compensation after the divorce<\/strong>. This is because <strong>no determination of fault is made in uncontested divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>. Therefore, the <strong>conditions of fault and poverty<\/strong>, which are required for awarding<strong> alimony<\/strong>, <strong>cannot be examined during the proceedings<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Child Support as a Matter of Public Order: <\/strong>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>child support<\/strong> is intended to cover the <strong>care and education expenses of a minor child<\/strong> and is considered a matter of <strong>public order<\/strong>. For this reason, <strong>even if no provision exists in the protocol<\/strong>, a <strong>separate lawsuit for child support may be filed after the divorce<\/strong>. Moreover, <strong>the judge may rule on child support ex officio<\/strong>, even if neither party requests it, <strong>in line with the best interests of the child<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_Alimony_Claims_in_Contested_Divorce_Cases_in_Turkey\"><\/span>2- Alimony Claims in Contested Divorce Cases in Turkey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>contested divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, alimony claims are examined within a <strong>judicial process marked by intense disputes<\/strong>, where the parties bear the <strong>burden of proving their allegations<\/strong>. In such cases, <strong>alimony claims are generally addressed in two stages<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Temporary Alimony Process in Turkey: <\/strong>During the proceedings, <strong>temporary alimony may be awarded by the judge<\/strong> in order to ensure that a party <strong>does not fall into economic hardship<\/strong>. The judge renders a decision by taking into account <strong>evidence such as social investigation reports<\/strong> reflecting the <strong>economic and social conditions of the parties<\/strong>. In <strong>urgent situations<\/strong>, a <strong>temporary alimony decision may be issued without waiting for the social investigation report<\/strong>. <strong>Interim decisions regarding temporary alimony are subject to objection<\/strong>. For example, the <strong>alimony obligor may prove<\/strong> that their <strong>financial situation is insufficient<\/strong>, that their <strong>income is low<\/strong>, or that the <strong>amount determined is excessive<\/strong>, by submitting <strong>documents such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/tenants-rights-in-turkey\/\">lease agreements<\/a>, loan repayment records, and utility bills<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Poverty and Child Support Alimony in Turkey: <\/strong>After the <strong>divorce decision becomes final<\/strong>, <strong>poverty alimony<\/strong> may be awarded to the spouse who will <strong>fall into financial hardship<\/strong>, while <strong>child support<\/strong> may be awarded to cover the <strong>expenses of the joint children<\/strong>. In contested cases, the granting of these types of alimony <strong>depends on whether the parties\u2019 allegations are supported by legal evidence<\/strong>. The <strong>judge\u2019s conviction<\/strong> is formed through a <strong>holistic evaluation of the evidence submitted by the parties<\/strong> and <strong>their statements made during the hearings<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong style=\"font-family: inherit;\"><a ref=\"magnificPopup\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bosanma-tazminati-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-us_800_400 wp-image-3126\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bosanma-tazminati-800x225.jpg\" alt=\"Spousal Support in turkey\" width=\"800\" height=\"225\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHAT_ARE_THE_CONDITIONS_FOR_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>WHAT ARE THE CONDITIONS FOR ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In Turkey, alimony in divorce cases is a <strong>legal protection mechanism<\/strong> primarily designed to <strong>safeguard the spouse who is economically weaker<\/strong> and <strong>the joint children<\/strong>. Its purpose is to <strong>balance the financial and emotional effects that divorce may have on the parties<\/strong>, <strong>prevent a sudden decline in the living standards of family members<\/strong>, and <strong>maintain social order<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Divorce alimony in Turkey<\/strong> encompasses <strong>various types of alimony<\/strong> that may be applied <strong>both during <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/guide-to-divorce-in-turkey\/\">the divorce proceedings in Turkey<\/a> and after the divorce is finalized<\/strong>. For this reason, <strong>the conditions for alimony are assessed separately for each individual case<\/strong>, taking into account the <strong>specific circumstances involved<\/strong>. The judge renders a decision by considering <strong>the parties\u2019 income levels, degrees of fault, living standards, the needs of the children, and relevant social and economic data<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The fact that <strong>alimony conditions vary in every divorce case in Turkey<\/strong> allows alimony to be <strong>tailored to individual needs<\/strong>. Accordingly, the <strong>assessment of divorce alimony claims in Turkey<\/strong> requires a <strong>comprehensive evaluation from both a legal and a socio-economic perspective<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_Conditions_for_Temporary_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>1- Conditions for Temporary Alimony in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>temporary alimony<\/strong> is one of the types of divorce-related alimony and is paid <strong>during the divorce proceedings<\/strong> in order to <strong>prevent financial hardship<\/strong> for the <strong>economically weaker spouse<\/strong> and the <strong>joint children<\/strong>. According to the <strong>Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>, the main characteristics of temporary alimony are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Commencement and Duration: <\/strong>Temporary alimony begins with the<strong> filing of the divorce lawsuit<\/strong> and ends once <strong>the divorce becomes final<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Conditions for Awarding: <\/strong>The court takes into account <strong>the financial capacity of the economically stronger spouse<\/strong> and <strong>the needs of the party requesting alimony<\/strong>. Even where no request has been made, the judge evaluates <strong>the balance between the parties\u2019 income and expenses<\/strong> and decides whether to award temporary alimony.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Request for Adjustment: <\/strong>Where necessary, a request may be made to the court <strong>to increase or decrease temporary alimony in Turkey.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For example, <strong>if one party is unable to meet basic expenses such as rent and household costs<\/strong>, and <strong>the other party has sufficient financial means<\/strong>, the judge may rule that <strong>temporary alimony be paid to cover these expenses<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_Conditions_for_Spousal_Support_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>2- Conditions for Spousal Support in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Spousal support in Turkey<\/strong> is a form of <strong>financial assistance paid by one spouse to the other<\/strong> in order to <strong>secure the livelihood of the spouse who will fall into financial hardship after the divorce<\/strong>. It is considered <strong>one of the most significant types of alimony within the divorce alimony system<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Legal Basis and Conditions: <\/strong>Pursuant to <strong>Article 175 of the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>, in order for <strong>spousal support in Turkey<\/strong><strong> to be awarded<\/strong>, the spouse requesting alimony <strong>must not be more at fault than the other spouse<\/strong>. The <strong>fault of the spouse obligated to pay alimony does not prevent the award of alimony<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Indefinite Duration: <\/strong>Under the law, <strong>spousal support in Turkey<\/strong><strong> may be granted for an indefinite period<\/strong>. However, in cases such as <strong>changes in economic conditions<\/strong>, <strong>the remarriage of the alimony recipient<\/strong>, or <strong>leading a dishonorable lifestyle<\/strong>, a request may be made for <strong>the reduction or termination of alimony<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Determination of the Amount: <\/strong>When <strong>determining alimony in<\/strong> <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, the court considers <strong>the personal needs of the alimony recipient<\/strong>, such as <strong>housing, food, and healthcare<\/strong>, as well as <strong>the financial capacity of the alimony payer<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For example, <strong>if a spouse is unable to cover rent and basic living expenses due to the lack of personal income after the divorce<\/strong>, the court may rule on <strong>spousal support in Turkey<\/strong><strong> in proportion to the other spouse\u2019s financial capacity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-_Conditions_for_Child_Support_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>3- Conditions for Child Support in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>In<\/strong> <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>child support<\/strong> is a type of alimony awarded to <strong>cover the care, education, healthcare, and other essential needs of joint children<\/strong>. <strong>Participation alimony is awarded not only for biological children<\/strong>, but also for <strong>children with whom a parent\u2013child relationship has been established through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/adoption-in-turkey\/\">adoption<\/a><\/strong>. This type of alimony is also included <strong>within the broader divorce alimony system<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Public Order Nature: <\/strong>The obligation to meet <strong>children\u2019s basic needs<\/strong> falls within the scope of <strong>public order<\/strong>. For this reason, <strong>the parties cannot waive child support<\/strong>. If required by <strong>the best interests of the child<\/strong>, the judge may <strong>award child support ex officio<\/strong>, even without a request from the parties.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Determination of the Amount: <\/strong>The judge evaluates <strong>the child\u2019s needs<\/strong>, including <strong>education, healthcare, housing, clothing, and food<\/strong>. Within this framework, the court may <strong>order an expert examination<\/strong> and <strong>request documents and information from official institutions<\/strong> in order to determine the amount of child support.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Payment Obligation: <\/strong>The spouse <strong>who does not have custody<\/strong> is required to <strong>pay child support to the custodial parent<\/strong> in order to contribute to the expenses of the joint children.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Today, the increase in multinational marriages has led to a significant rise in<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/parental-abduction\/\"><strong> parental abduction cases<\/strong><\/a>. <strong>Taking a joint child abroad without the explicit consent of the other parent does not eliminate the obligation to pay child support<\/strong>. In such cases, <strong>child support continues<\/strong>, and the parent obligated to pay alimony <strong>must fulfill their payment obligation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In such situations, <strong>obtaining legal assistance from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/international-child-abduction-lawyer-in-turkey\/\">a lawyer specialized in international child abduction<\/a><\/strong> is of great importance in order to properly manage both the international legal procedures for<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/international-child-abduction\/\">the return of the abducted child<\/a> and the ongoing alimony obligations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHAT_IS_AN_ALIMONY_LAWSUIT_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>WHAT IS AN ALIMONY LAWSUIT IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>An alimony lawsuit in Turkey<\/strong> is a legal action filed when a party who did not request alimony during the divorce proceedings wishes to <strong>claim alimony after the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/divorce-in-turkey\/\">divorce judgment<\/a> has become final<\/strong>. The fact that alimony was not requested during the divorce<strong> does not mean that it can no longer be claimed later<\/strong>. However, the scope of this right varies depending on whether <strong>the divorce was uncontested or contested.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_General_Framework_of_an_Alimony_Lawsuit_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>1. General Framework of an Alimony Lawsuit in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>contested divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, the parties may <strong>request types of divorce-related alimony that were not claimed during the divorce proceedings<\/strong>\u2014<strong>particularly poverty alimony<\/strong>\u2014by filing a <strong>separate lawsuit after the divorce decision has become final<\/strong>. This practice is based on the following grounds:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Determination of Fault: <\/strong>In <strong>contested divorce judgments in Turkey<\/strong>, the court <strong>determines the degree of fault of the parties<\/strong>. Therefore, <strong>even if alimony was not requested during the divorce<\/strong>, the spouse <strong>who is not more at fault<\/strong> may later <strong>claim spousal support in Turkey.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Failure to Request Does Not Result in Loss of Rights: <\/strong>In <strong>contested divorce proceedings in Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>not requesting poverty alimony does not constitute a waiver<\/strong>. For this reason, <strong>an independent divorce alimony lawsuit may be filed <\/strong>after the divorce judgment becomes final.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economic Changes: <\/strong><strong>Changes in the parties\u2019 economic circumstances after the divorce<\/strong>, particularly <strong>loss of income or falling into poverty<\/strong>, may <strong>justify the filing of a subsequent alimony lawsuit in Turkey<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If an <strong>uncontested divorce protocol<\/strong> contains <strong>no explicit provision regarding poverty alimony<\/strong>, or if there is an <strong>express waiver of this right<\/strong>, it is <strong>not possible to claim divorce alimony in Turkey at a later stage<\/strong>. The main reasons for this are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Express Waiver: <\/strong>If <strong>spousal maintenance is expressly waived in the protocol by a clear declaration of intent<\/strong>, such waiver <strong>produces definitive legal consequences<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No Determination of Fault: <\/strong>Since <strong>no fault assessment is conducted in uncontested divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, the condition required for awarding divorce alimony\u2014namely, <strong>that the requesting spouse is not more at fault<\/strong>\u2014<strong>cannot be evaluated at a later stage<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For this reason, <strong>in uncontested divorces, the right to spousal maintenance<\/strong> <strong>must either be preserved from the outset or expressly regulated in the divorce protocol<\/strong>. However, claims for child support fall within<strong> the scope of public order<\/strong> and therefore <strong>may be asserted later in all circumstances<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Parties_to_an_Alimony_Lawsuit_in_Turkey\"><\/span>2. Parties to an Alimony Lawsuit in Turkey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>parties to alimony lawsuits in Turkey<\/strong> are determined <strong>based on the type of alimony claimed<\/strong> and <strong>the specific circumstances of the case<\/strong>. Within the scope of <strong>divorce alimony in Turkey<\/strong>, the general framework is as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Plaintiff: <\/strong>The <strong>spouse who has fallen into poverty as a result of the divorce<\/strong> or the <strong>parent responsible for meeting the needs of the joint child<\/strong> is the party <strong>requesting alimony in Turkey<\/strong>. In particular, <strong>the fact that the spouse claiming divorce alimony experiences economic hardship<\/strong> constitutes the <strong>primary criterion for determining the plaintiff<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Defendant: <\/strong>The <strong>former spouse<\/strong> or the <strong>person obligated to pay alimony<\/strong>, against whom the alimony claim is directed, holds the status of <strong>defendant<\/strong>, depending on the <strong>nature of the alimony<\/strong>. In <strong>alimony lawsuits in Turkey<\/strong>, the defendant is <strong>most commonly the economically stronger spouse<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In rare cases, <strong>in maintenance (assistance) alimony lawsuits in Turkey<\/strong>, the defendant may be <strong>the parents, siblings, or children of the person requesting alimony<\/strong>. However, <strong>such claims are not considered within the scope of divorce alimony in Turkey<\/strong>, and therefore <strong>are not addressed in detail in this text<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Burden_of_Proof_and_Evidence_in_Alimony_Lawsuits_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>3. Burden of Proof and Evidence in Alimony Lawsuits in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>alimony lawsuits in Turkey<\/strong>, it is <strong>mandatory for the parties to support their claims with concrete and legally valid evidence<\/strong> in order for those claims to be accepted. <strong>Especially in divorce-related alimony claims<\/strong>, the court expects the <strong>economic and social conditions of the parties to be presented in an objective and verifiable manner<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a_Proof_in_Spousal_Maintenance_Claims_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>a) Proof in Spousal Maintenance Claims in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A <strong>final and binding court decision<\/strong> proving that the claimant <strong>was not fully at fault or was not more at fault in the divorce<\/strong> constitutes <strong>a prerequisite for claiming s<\/strong><strong>pousal maintenance <\/strong><strong>in Turkey<\/strong>. <strong>Without such evidence, it is not possible for the court to award poverty alimony in Turkey<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Documents such as <strong>bank records, Social Security (SGK) service statements, income certificates, witness statements, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/title-search-process-in-turkey\/\">land registry records<\/a>, and social\u2013economic status investigation reports<\/strong> demonstrating that the claimant <strong>will fall into poverty after the divorce<\/strong> are among the <strong>most commonly used forms of evidence<\/strong>. These documents must clearly establish that the party requesting<strong> maintenance in divorce <\/strong>is unable to support themselves financially.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"b_Proof_in_Child_Support_Claims_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>b) Proof in Child Support Claims in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Documents such as <strong>receipts for educational expenses<\/strong>, <strong>healthcare expenditures<\/strong>, <strong>invoices and receipts showing clothing, housing, and nutrition costs<\/strong>, and <strong>bank payment records<\/strong> are used to <strong>prove the child\u2019s regular and ongoing needs<\/strong>. Based on this evidence, <strong>the judge determines the child\u2019s actual level of expenses<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Documents demonstrating <strong>the income and assets of the alimony obligor<\/strong>, including <strong>SGK records, salary payrolls, tax certificates, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/vat-in-turkey\/\">VAT declarations<\/a>, land registry records, and vehicle registrations<\/strong>, play a <strong>crucial role in determining the amount of child support in Turkey<\/strong>. Where necessary, <strong>a social and economic status investigation or an expert examination<\/strong> may be conducted so that <strong>the alimony amount is based on objective data<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Statute_of_Limitations_and_Time_Bars_in_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>4. Statute of Limitations and Time Bars in Alimony in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Pursuant to <strong>Article 178 of the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>, a claim for <strong>spousal support in Turkey<\/strong> may be filed <strong>within one year from the date on which the divorce judgment becomes final<\/strong>. This period <strong>does not constitute a forfeiture period<\/strong>, but rather <strong>a statute of limitations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>court does not consider the statute of limitations ex officio<\/strong>; however, <strong>if the defendant raises a statute of limitations defense<\/strong>, the lawsuit <strong>will be dismissed<\/strong>. Therefore, it is of great importance for the party intending <strong>to<\/strong> <strong>claim alimony in Turkey <\/strong>to carefully monitor and comply with the applicable time limits.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Competent_and_Authorized_Court_in_Alimony_Lawsuits_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>5. Competent and Authorized Court in Alimony Lawsuits in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, the <strong>competent court<\/strong> for hearing <strong>alimony lawsuits<\/strong> is the <strong>Family Court<\/strong>. In locations where <strong>no Family Court exists<\/strong>, the <strong>Civil Court of First Instance<\/strong> hears such cases <strong>in the capacity of a Family Court<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Pursuant to <strong>Article 177 of the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>, in <strong>post-divorce spousal support lawsuits in Turkey<\/strong>, the <strong>authorized court<\/strong> is <strong>the court of the alimony creditor\u2019s place of residence<\/strong>. Because this venue rule is not exclusive, the action may also be brought before <strong>the court of the defendant\u2019s place of residence<\/strong> under the general venue rule in Article 6 of the Code of Civil Procedure.<\/p>\n<p>An<strong> alimony lawsuit in Turkey<\/strong> is an important legal remedy aimed at <strong>eliminating the financial imbalance <\/strong>created by divorce between the parties.<\/p>\n<p>While <strong>spousal support in Turkey<\/strong> seeks to prevent the claimant from suffering economic hardship after divorce, <strong>child support in Turkey<\/strong> ensures that the child\u2019s fundamental needs are adequately secured.<\/p>\n<p>For this reason, the following factors are <strong>crucial to the success of alimony claims in Turkey<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Strict compliance with the statute of limitations<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li><strong>Submission of accurate, concrete, and strong evidence<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li><strong>Obtaining legal assistance from an experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/divorce-lawyer-in-turkey\/\">divorce lawyer in Turkey<\/a><\/strong>,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>all of which play a <strong>decisive role in achieving a successful outcome in spousal support and divorce alimony cases in Turkey<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a ref=\"magnificPopup\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bosanma-nafakasi-min-1-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-us_800_400 wp-image-3128\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bosanma-nafakasi-min-1-800x194.jpg\" alt=\"divorce maintenance in turkey\" width=\"800\" height=\"194\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_MUCH_IS_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>HOW MUCH IS ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is not possible to give a fixed or standard amount in response to the question <strong>\u201cHow much is alimony in Turkey?\u201d<\/strong>, because the amount of alimony in Turkey is determined based on the <strong>specific circumstances of each individual case<\/strong>. When determining <strong>the amount of alimony in Turkey<\/strong>, many factors are taken into consideration, including <strong>the type of alimony<\/strong> (temporary alimony, spousal support, child support), <strong>the economic and social conditions of the parties<\/strong>, <strong>their standard of living<\/strong>, and <strong>the needs of the child<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If the parties <strong>reach an agreement on alimony in Turkey<\/strong>, the judge reviews this agreement and <strong>approves it if deemed appropriate<\/strong>. However, if no agreement can be reached, <strong>the judge determines the amount of alimony<\/strong>, taking the following factors into account:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>economic needs<\/strong> of the person requesting alimony,<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>payment capacity<\/strong> of the alimony obligor,<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>standard of living<\/strong> of the parties,<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>education, healthcare, and care expenses of the child<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li><strong>Inflation and general economic conditions<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For these reasons, the answer to the question <strong>\u201cHow much is alimony in Turkey?\u201d<\/strong> varies depending on the <strong>concrete facts of each case<\/strong> and is determined <strong>within the scope of the judge\u2019s discretionary power<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_What_Factors_Are_Considered_When_Determining_the_Amount_of_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>1- What Factors Are Considered When Determining the Amount of Alimony in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When determining the answer to the question <strong>\u201cHow much is alimony in Turkey?\u201d<\/strong>, the judge evaluates multiple criteria together. These criteria are shaped by the <strong>financial circumstances of the parties<\/strong> and the <strong>economic consequences arising from the divorce<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Financial Situation of the Alimony Obligor: <\/strong>The court takes into account the alimony obligor\u2019s <strong>financial capacity<\/strong>, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/labor-law-in-turkey\/\"><strong>employment-related entitlements<\/strong><\/a> such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/severance-pay-calculation\/\">severance pay<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/notice-pay-in-turkey\/\">notice pay<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/reinstatement-lawsuit\/\">reinstatement compensation<\/a><\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/worker-compensation-rights-in-turkey\/\"><strong>worker compensation<\/strong><\/a> as well as <strong>salary, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/overtime-work-in-turkey\/\">overtime payments<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/annual-leave-calculation\/\">annual leave payments<\/a><\/strong>, regular income, <strong>rental income or additional earnings<\/strong>, and <strong>assets such as real estate and vehicles<\/strong>. The obligor\u2019s overall financial strength is a key factor in determining the <strong>upper limit of alimony<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Needs of the Alimony Recipient: <\/strong>The <strong>basic living expenses<\/strong> of the spouse requesting alimony\u2014such as <strong>food, housing (rent, electricity, heating), healthcare, transportation<\/strong>, and other essential costs\u2014are examined in detail. These expenses directly affect the amount of alimony required.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Situation of the Joint Children: <\/strong>The children\u2019s <strong>educational level, age, health conditions, and any special needs<\/strong>, as well as <strong>school expenses, courses, holidays, transportation services, and clothing costs<\/strong>, are evaluated. These factors directly shape the amount of <strong>child support<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Social and Economic Conditions of the Parties: <\/strong>The parties\u2019 <strong>standard of living, social activities, income\u2013expense balance, and overall economic conditions<\/strong> are taken into consideration. The judge aims to ensure that the alimony decision does not cause an <strong>excessive and unfair decline in the existing standard of living<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Risk of Poverty After Divorce: <\/strong>Whether the spouse requesting alimony will <strong>fall into poverty after the divorce<\/strong> is a crucial consideration. This situation is expected to be supported by <strong>documents and social\u2013economic assessment reports<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fault in the Divorce: <\/strong>The alimony recipient must <strong>not be more at fault<\/strong> than the alimony obligor. The degree of fault is one of the <strong>decisive criteria<\/strong>, particularly in relation to <strong>poverty alimony<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_What_Evidence_Does_the_Judge_Examine_When_Determining_the_Amount_of_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>2- What Evidence Does the Judge Examine When Determining the Amount of Alimony in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>When determining the amount of alimony in Turkey<\/strong>, the judge may examine a wide range of documents and information in order to <strong>objectively assess the social, economic, and financial circumstances of the parties<\/strong>. Within this scope, <strong>the evidence that may be requested can be broadly categorized as follows:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a_Documents_Showing_the_Financial_Situation_of_the_Parties\"><\/span>a. Documents Showing the Financial Situation of the Parties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Salary payslips<\/strong> <strong>(including salary records obtained from both domestic and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/tax-on-foreign-income-in-turkey\/\">foreign employment<\/a>)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Bank account statements (domestic or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/taxation-of-foreign-sourced-income-in-turkey\/\">foreign income<\/a> etc.)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Credit card statements and current debt status<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Tax declarations<\/strong> (especially for self-employed individuals)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/employment-termination-codes\/\"><strong>Social Security Institution (SGK) service records<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/types-of-employment-contracts\/\">Employment contracts<\/a> or income declarations<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lease agreements showing rental income or rental expenses<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/tax-liability-responsibility-in-companies-in-turkey\/\"><strong>Records of tax debts<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"b_Evidence_Relating_to_Assets\"><\/span>b. Evidence Relating to Assets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Land registry records<\/strong> <strong>(residential properties, land, commercial premises, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/ottoman-title-deed\/\">Ottoman title deeds<\/a>, etc.)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Vehicle registration records<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Documents showing partnerships in commercial enterprises<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Records of valuable movable assets<\/strong> (shares, investment funds, gold, etc.)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Asset inquiry results obtained via e-Government or relevant institutions<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lease contracts for properties that are rented or leased out<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/ip-law-in-turkey\/\"><strong>Intellectual property rights<\/strong><\/a><strong> (such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/trademark-registration-in-turkey\/\">trademark registrations<\/a>, patents, etc.)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"c_Documents_Showing_the_Childrens_Expenses\"><\/span>c. Documents Showing the Children\u2019s Expenses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Receipts and invoices for school tuition, transportation services, and stationery expenses<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Payment records for courses and sports activities<\/strong> (such as swimming, tennis, music, etc.)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Healthcare expenses<\/strong> (medications, medical examinations, and treatment documents)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Documents relating to school uniforms, daily clothing, and personal care expenses<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical reports demonstrating special care needs of the child (if any)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"d_Investigations_Regarding_the_Social_and_Economic_Conditions_of_the_Parties\"><\/span>d. Investigations Regarding the Social and Economic Conditions of the Parties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Social and economic status reports<\/strong> prepared by the police or local headman (muhtar)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Records prepared by law enforcement authorities identifying the parties\u2019 standard of living<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Statements of witnesses<\/strong>, such as neighbors, colleagues, or individuals from the close social circle<\/li>\n<li><strong>Social investigation reports (SIR)<\/strong> prepared by family court experts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"e_Additional_Evidence_Showing_Living_Standards_and_Spending_Capacity\"><\/span>e. Additional Evidence Showing Living Standards and Spending Capacity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Electricity, water, natural gas, internet, and telephone bills<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lease agreements and apartment maintenance (dues) payment records<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Transportation expenses<\/strong> (public transportation costs or vehicle-related expenses)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Documents relating to holiday and travel expenditures<\/strong> (which may assist the judge in assessing the standard of living)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Accounting records or budget tables showing mandatory monthly expenses<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"f_Evidence_Relating_to_Fault_For_Poverty_Alimony\"><\/span>f. Evidence Relating to Fault (For Poverty Alimony)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Final divorce judgment and fault distribution<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Digital evidence<\/strong>, such as WhatsApp messages, SMS records, and emails<\/li>\n<li><strong>Witness statements<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Law enforcement reports or documents relating to assault or complaints (if any)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Through the examination of these documents and findings, the court aims to determine an <strong>alimony amount that is fair, proportionate, and consistent with the actual economic realities of the parties<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-_What_Is_the_Duration_of_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span>3- What Is the Duration of Alimony in Turkey?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-&#091;46px&#093; justify-start\">\n<p>The <strong>duration of alimony in Turkey<\/strong> varies depending on the <strong>type of alimony<\/strong>, the <strong>circumstances of the parties<\/strong>, and the <strong>conditions set out in the court decision<\/strong>. The Turkish Civil Code provides <strong>different rules for each type of alimony<\/strong>. Therefore, the question <strong>\u201cHow long does alimony last in Turkey?\u201d<\/strong> must be assessed <strong>separately for each alimony type<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a_Duration_of_Spousal_Support_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>a. Duration of Spousal Support in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Spousal support in Turkey is awarded in favor of the faultless or less-faulty spouse who will fall into poverty as a result of divorce<\/strong>. The duration of <strong>spousal maintenance in Turkey<\/strong> is determined according to the following principles:<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>As a rule, spousal maintenance<\/strong> <strong>in Turkey is indefinite.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Under the <strong>Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>, no fixed time limit is imposed on <strong>spousal maintenance<\/strong> <strong>in Turkey<\/strong>. However, <strong>if a specific duration is stipulated in a mutual divorce protocol<\/strong>, the judge may approve it.<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Cases where spousal support automatically ends in Turkey:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Remarriage of the alimony recipient<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Death of one of the parties<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Termination of spousal support by court decision in Turkey:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>The recipient living as if married without formal marriage<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>The recipient no longer being in poverty<\/strong> (the recipient starting to earn income falls within this ground)<\/li>\n<li><strong>The recipient leading a dishonourable life<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>A change in the parties\u2019 financial circumstances, or where equity so requires<\/strong> (in which case the court increases or reduces the instalment; loss of the payer\u2019s ability to pay is assessed here)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>In such cases, <strong>either party may file a lawsuit requesting the removal or reduction of spousal support in Turkey<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"b_Duration_of_Child_Support_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>b. Duration of Child Support in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The <strong>duration of child support in Turkey<\/strong> is considered an obligation aimed at <strong>protecting the child and ensuring healthy development<\/strong>, and it generally continues <strong>until the child reaches adulthood<\/strong>. Pursuant to the Turkish Civil Code, participation alimony remains valid <strong>throughout the period during which the child requires education, care, and supervision<\/strong>, and may be <strong>increased, reduced, or abolished<\/strong> depending on the parents\u2019 financial situation and the child\u2019s changing needs.<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Child support in Turkey continues until the child reaches the age of 18.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Child maintenance in Turkey<\/strong> <strong>automatically ends when the child becomes an adult (18 years old)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Exceptions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>If the child\u2019s education continues:<\/strong> If the child is pursuing <strong>university or vocational education<\/strong>, the parents\u2019 duty of care continues <strong>until that education ends<\/strong> under Article 328\/2 of the Turkish Civil Code. Child support does not, however, continue automatically: the adult child must <strong>bring a claim in their own name<\/strong>, and the alimony then becomes <strong>assistance alimony<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>If the child has a physical or mental disability:<\/strong> <strong>Alimony may continue for life<\/strong> for a disabled child.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"c_Duration_of_Temporary_Alimony_Precautionary_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>c. Duration of Temporary Alimony (Precautionary Alimony) in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Temporary alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is a <strong>provisional form of alimony<\/strong> ordered while the divorce case is ongoing. <strong>Temporary alimony in Turkey is not request-based<\/strong>; under Article 169 of the Turkish Civil Code, the judge is <strong>required to take, of the court\u2019s own motion (ex officio)<\/strong>, the interim measures needed during the proceedings, in particular those concerning the housing and maintenance of the spouses.<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Temporary alimony in Turkey continues until the divorce case becomes final.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once the <strong>divorce judgment is finalized<\/strong>, <strong>temporary alimony automatically ends<\/strong>. Upon finalization, the court may decide that <strong>temporary alimony be converted into poverty alimony or child support<\/strong>, depending on the circumstances.<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"d_Duration_of_Assistance_Alimony_in_Turkey_Kinship_Alimony_Not_Between_Spouses\"><\/span><strong>d. Duration of Assistance Alimony in Turkey (Kinship Alimony, Not Between Spouses)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Assistance alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is a type of alimony regulated under the <strong>Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>, referring to the <strong>obligation of financially capable family members<\/strong> to provide <strong>subsistence support<\/strong> to their <strong>ascendants, descendants, or siblings<\/strong> when the person requesting assistance <strong>falls into poverty<\/strong>. <strong>Assistance alimony is distinct from divorce alimony<\/strong> and does not arise from the marital relationship.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>It may be awarded as long as the need for support continues.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>No specific duration is determined for assistance alimony;<\/strong> it continues <strong>depending on the poverty status of the mother, father, or sibling<\/strong> receiving support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-&#091;46px&#093; justify-start\">\n<p><strong>In Turkey, the duration and amount of divorce alimony are determined by the judge<\/strong> by taking into account the <strong>financial circumstances of the parties<\/strong>, their <strong>standards of living<\/strong>, and the <strong>needs that may arise after the divorce<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>In the event of a dispute<\/strong>, the <strong>documents submitted by the parties<\/strong>, <strong>income\u2013expense statements<\/strong>, and <strong>social and economic assessment reports requested by the court<\/strong> play a <strong>critical role<\/strong> in determining both the <strong>amount and duration of alimony in Turkey<\/strong>. Ultimately, <strong>the judge decides on the duration and amount of divorce alimony in Turkey<\/strong> in accordance with the <strong>principle of equity<\/strong>, based on the <strong>specific circumstances of each individual<\/strong> case.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 680px; margin: 24px auto; background: #fffdfb; border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<div style=\"background: #8b3516; color: #fff; padding: 11px 15px; text-align: center; font-size: 14.5px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.4;\">\u23f1\ufe0f TYPES OF ALIMONY AND THEIR DURATION<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 8px; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: separate; border-spacing: 6px; font-size: 11.5px; line-height: 1.45; color: #333; table-layout: fixed;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; vertical-align: top; padding: 0;\">\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 6px; background: #fff; overflow: hidden; min-height: 125px; text-align: center;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; padding: 8px 8px 4px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 11px; font-weight: bold;\">\u23f1\ufe0f DURATION<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 8px 7px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold;\">INDEFINITE<\/div>\n<div style=\"border-top: 1px solid #eadbd3; padding: 8px 10px; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83d\udcb0 Poverty Alimony<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 10px 9px; font-size: 11px;\">May be terminated if the relevant conditions change.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; vertical-align: top; padding: 0;\">\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 6px; background: #fff; overflow: hidden; min-height: 125px; text-align: center;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; padding: 8px 8px 4px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 11px; font-weight: bold;\">\u23f1\ufe0f DURATION<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 8px 7px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold;\">UNTIL AGE 18<\/div>\n<div style=\"border-top: 1px solid #eadbd3; padding: 8px 10px; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67 Child Support (Participation Alimony)<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 10px 9px; font-size: 11px;\">May continue in cases of education or disability.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0;\">\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 6px; background: #fff; overflow: hidden; min-height: 125px; text-align: center;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; padding: 8px 8px 4px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 11px; font-weight: bold;\">\u23f1\ufe0f DURATION<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 8px 7px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold;\">UNTIL THE DIVORCE DECISION IS FINAL<\/div>\n<div style=\"border-top: 1px solid #eadbd3; padding: 8px 10px; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold;\">\u2696\ufe0f Interim Alimony<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 10px 9px; font-size: 11px;\">Continues until the divorce proceedings become final.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top; padding: 0;\">\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 6px; background: #fff; overflow: hidden; min-height: 125px; text-align: center;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; padding: 8px 8px 4px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 11px; font-weight: bold;\">\u23f1\ufe0f DURATION<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 8px 7px; color: #8b3516; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold;\">AS LONG AS POVERTY CONTINUES<\/div>\n<div style=\"border-top: 1px solid #eadbd3; padding: 8px 10px; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83e\udd1d Support Alimony<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 10px 9px; font-size: 11px;\">Paid as long as the state of poverty continues.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHAT_DOES_A_JUDGE_CONSIDER_WHEN_DETERMINING_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>WHAT DOES A JUDGE CONSIDER WHEN DETERMINING ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>The answer to the question of what a judge considers when determining alimony in Turkey depends on the type of alimony involved.<\/strong> Under the Turkish Civil Code, <strong>there are three types of alimony in Turkey: interim alimony, spousal support, and child support.<\/strong> When<strong> determining the amount of alimony in Turkey<\/strong>, the judge takes into account <strong>divorce alimony conditions, the economic circumstances of the parties, and the best interests of the child<\/strong>, applying a multi-dimensional assessment.<\/p>\n<p>Below, <strong>the essential criteria evaluated by the judge according to each type of alimony in Turkey are systematically explained<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px absolute bottom-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_Criteria_Does_the_Judge_Consider_for_Temporary_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>1. What Criteria Does the Judge Consider for Temporary Alimony in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Interim alimony in Turkey is a temporary type of alimony granted during the divorce proceedings<\/strong> to protect the economically weaker spouse and the joint children. <strong>This alimony is not request-based; the judge may award it ex officio, even where neither party has asked for it.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>main factors<\/strong> considered by the judge when <strong>determining temporary alimony in Turkey<\/strong> include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Social and Economic Status of the Spouses:<\/strong> The parties\u2019 <strong>income levels, assets, living standards, and overall economic power<\/strong> are assessed together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Status of the Family Residence:<\/strong> Who continues to live in the family home, whether there is <strong>a rental expense<\/strong>, and <strong>the housing conditions of the parties<\/strong> are important.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Needs of the Joint Children:<\/strong> Expenses related to <strong>nutrition, housing, education, healthcare, and social life<\/strong> are taken into account.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>When assessing income, the judge does not limit the review to salary alone<\/strong>; rental income, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/business-law-in-turkey\/\"><strong>commercial earnings<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/corporate-law-in-turkey\/\"><strong>company partnerships<\/strong><\/a>, and other financial resources are also considered. <strong>Low living expenses of the alimony obligor (such as not paying rent)<\/strong> are evaluated to determine the <strong>actual financial capacity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_Criteria_Does_the_Judge_Consider_for_Spousal_Support_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>2. What Criteria Does the Judge Consider for Spousal Support in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Spousal support in Turkey is paid to the spouse who will fall into poverty as a result of divorce<\/strong>, in proportion to the other spouse\u2019s financial capacity. <strong>This type of alimony may be awarded for an indefinite period.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Even if the <strong>amount of divorce alimony is determined in a consensual divorce protocol<\/strong>, pursuant to <strong>Article 184 of the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>, it becomes valid <strong>only if approved by the judge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>main factors<\/strong> considered by the judge when <strong>determining spousal maintenance in Turkey<\/strong> are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fault of the Parties:<\/strong> The spouse requesting alimony must not be more at fault than the alimony obligor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Financial Capacity of the Alimony Obligor:<\/strong> Salary, additional income, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/real-estate-law-in-turkey\/\"><strong>real estate income<\/strong><\/a>, and commercial profits are evaluated collectively.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Basic Needs of the Alimony Recipient:<\/strong> Mandatory expenses such as food, housing (rent, electricity, water, heating), healthcare, and transportation are considered.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Situation of the Joint Children:<\/strong> The impact of the children\u2019s education, healthcare, and social expenses on alimony is assessed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_Criteria_Does_the_Judge_Consider_for_Child_Support_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>3. What Criteria Does the Judge Consider for Child Support in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Child support in Turkey is requested from the parent who does not have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/child-custody-in-turkey\/\">child custody in Turkey<\/a><\/strong>, to cover all care and education expenses of the joint children. <strong>This alimony is related to public order and may be awarded by the judge ex officio (on the court\u2019s own initiative).<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>main factors<\/strong> considered by the judge when <strong>determining child support in Turkey<\/strong> include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Child\u2019s Basic and Special Needs:<\/strong> Education, healthcare, nutrition, clothing, transportation, social activities, and housing are examined in detail.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economic Status of the Alimony Obligor:<\/strong> Income level, employment status, assets, and living standards are evaluated together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Protection of the Child\u2019s Existing Standard of Living:<\/strong> The aim is to preserve, as much as possible, the child\u2019s pre-divorce living conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In essence, the core answer to the question of what a judge considers when determining alimony is<strong> to establish a balance between the parties\u2019 financial capacities and needs, <\/strong>while primarily <strong>protecting the best interests of the child.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Accordingly:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Poverty alimony in Turkey is request-based; interim alimony may be awarded by the judge ex officio.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Child support in Turkey is related to public order and may be assessed ex officio by the judge.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When ruling on alimony in Turkey, <strong>the judge conducts a holistic analysis<\/strong> <strong>of social and economic assessment reports, income documents, records showing the child\u2019s expenses, and all other evidence. <\/strong>Considering economic fluctuations, the alimony amount may be increased annually or re-adjusted in line with changes in the parties\u2019 financial circumstances.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><a ref=\"magnificPopup\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bosanma-davasi-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-us_800_400 wp-image-3114\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bosanma-davasi-800x223.jpg\" alt=\"divorce compensation in Turkey\" width=\"800\" height=\"223\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_MUCH_OF_A_SALARY_IS_PAID_AS_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span>HOW MUCH OF A SALARY IS PAID AS ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is <strong>no fixed ratio, percentage, or mathematical formula<\/strong> under the <strong>Turkish Civil Code<\/strong> to answer the question <em>\u201c<\/em><em><strong>How Much of a Salary Is Paid as Spousal Support in Turkey?<\/strong><\/em><em>\u201d<\/em> This is because<strong> alimony in Turkey is determined at the judge\u2019s discretion<\/strong>, based on the <strong>specific economic and personal circumstances of each case<\/strong>. The judge evaluates the <strong>facts of the case, the social and economic conditions of the parties, and the needs arising after divorce<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Determination_of_Spousal_Support_Amount_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>1. Determination of Spousal Support Amount in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Spousal support in Turkey is awarded to enable the spouse who will fall into poverty after divorce to maintain a basic standard of living.<\/strong> When determining this type of alimony, <strong>the judge considers the following factors:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Whether the spouse requesting alimony will fall into poverty after divorce,<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>The income and assets of the alimony obligor,<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>The living standards of the parties,<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Whether the alimony amount would impose an excessive financial burden on the obligor,<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>The economic balance maintained by the parties during the marriage.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Although <strong>there is no fixed percentage in judicial practice<\/strong>, in general:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Spousal maintenance in Turkey is often set at <strong>approximately 25% of the salary.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>However, if the alimony obligor has <strong>additional income<\/strong> such as rental income, interest income, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/company-types-in-turkey\/\"><strong>company formation<\/strong><\/a> <strong>earnings<\/strong>, <strong>this rate may increase to 50% or even higher<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For example; <\/strong>for a person earning <strong>50,000 TRY per month<\/strong>, spousal maintenance is commonly awarded in the range of <strong>10,000\u201312,500 TRY<\/strong>. If the person also has regular rental income or other steady earnings, the spousal support amount may rise to <strong>20,000 TRY or more<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Determination_of_Child_Support_Amount_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>2. Determination of Child Support Amount in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Child support (participation alimony) in Turkey<\/strong> is determined to cover all basic expenses of the child, including <strong>education, healthcare, housing, nutrition, and social life.<\/strong> When setting this amount, the judge prioritizes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The best interests of the child,<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>The economic capacity of both parents,<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>The child\u2019s standard of living,<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>A realistic assessment of the child\u2019s actual expenses.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For this reason, <strong>there is no salary-based percentage for child support in Turkey<\/strong>. The amount is calculated <strong>entirely based on the child\u2019s needs and the parents\u2019 financial capacities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Income_and_Economic_Factors_Considered_by_the_Judge_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>3. Income and Economic Factors Considered by the Judge in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When determining alimony in Turkey, the judge evaluates the <strong>entire income potential of the parties<\/strong>, not merely their insured or registered salary. In this context, <strong>all types of income<\/strong> are taken into account, including <strong>wages, bonuses, and compensation payments (such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/collection-of-footballers-debts\/\">professional athlete receivables<\/a>, compensation arising from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/medical-malpractice-in-turkey\/\">medical malpractice<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/maritime-labor-law-in-turkey\/\">seafarers\u2019 claims<\/a>, etc.)<\/strong>, <strong>rental or real estate income<\/strong>, <strong>income derived from vehicles<\/strong>, <strong>interest and investment returns<\/strong>, <strong>earnings from secondary jobs<\/strong>, and <strong>profit shares obtained from company partnerships<\/strong>. In addition, a person\u2019s assets are assessed not only based on their current value but also on the economic benefit they generate. Therefore, when determining the amount of alimony in Turkey, <strong>the individual\u2019s overall economic capacity, rather than salary alone, is taken as the basis<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In setting the alimony amount in Turkey, the judge evaluates both <strong>the fundamental principles of law<\/strong> and <strong>the specific circumstances of the case<\/strong> together. In this framework, the <strong>principle of equity<\/strong> is given primary importance, meaning that the decision must be <strong>fair and balanced<\/strong>. It is essential not only that the alimony obligor is not placed under excessive financial strain, but also that the party requesting alimony is able to <strong>maintain a minimum standard of living after the divorce<\/strong>. Where applicable, <strong>the best interests of the children are always prioritized<\/strong>, and care is taken to ensure that their <strong>education, healthcare, and social needs are not disrupted<\/strong>. Overall, the main objective is to <strong>preserve, as far as possible, the standard of living to which the parties were accustomed during the marriage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_Percentage_of_Salary_Is_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>4. What Percentage of Salary Is Alimony in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In practice, <strong>spousal support in Turkey is often set between 20% and 25% of the salary<\/strong>, but this is <strong>not a strict rule<\/strong>. Depending on additional income and assets, the rate may increase to <strong>50% or decrease significantly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Child support<\/strong>, on the other hand, <strong>is not calculated as a percentage of salary<\/strong>, but rather based on the <strong>actual needs of the child and the parents\u2019 economic power<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Since alimony is a <strong>modifiable obligation<\/strong>, if there is a <strong>significant change in the parties\u2019 financial circumstances<\/strong>, an application may be made to the court to <strong>increase, decrease, or completely terminate the alimony<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>In determining alimony within the Turkish legal system<\/strong>, judges apply the principle of equity in order to achieve a fair balance between the parties. The goal is <strong>to prevent the obligor from facing undue financial hardship<\/strong> while ensuring the recipient and any children can sustain <strong>a reasonable standard of living after the marriage is dissolved.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>An example calculation table regarding what percentage of a salary divorce alimony constitutes in Turkey is shared below.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 24px auto; background: #fffdfb; border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<div style=\"background: #8b3516; color: #fff; padding: 11px 15px; text-align: center; font-size: 14.5px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.4;\">\ud83d\udcb0 SAMPLE CALCULATION OF ALIMONY IN TURKEY<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px 12px 6px; text-align: center; font-size: 11.5px; line-height: 1.45; color: #555;\">The figures below are provided for <strong>illustrative calculation purposes only<\/strong>. The amount of alimony is determined according to the circumstances of the specific case.<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 10px 10px; overflow-x: auto;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 560px; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.45; color: #333;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background: #f6ede9;\">\n<th style=\"width: 38%; padding: 9px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">MONTHLY NET INCOME<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 42%; padding: 9px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">SAMPLE ALIMONY<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 20%; padding: 9px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">RATE<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">28,075 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">5,615 \u2013 7,019 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">20\u201325%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">40,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">8,000 \u2013 10,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">20\u201325%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">50,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">10,000 \u2013 12,500 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">20\u201325%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">60,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">12,000 \u2013 15,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">20\u201325%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">75,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">15,000 \u2013 18,750 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">20\u201325%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">100,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">20,000 \u2013 25,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">20\u201325%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">150,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">30,000 \u2013 37,500 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">20\u201325%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">200,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">40,000 \u2013 50,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">20\u201325%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">250,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">50,000 \u2013 62,500 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">20\u201325%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; font-weight: bold;\">300,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">60,000 \u2013 75,000 TL<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center;\">20\u201325%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 0 10px 10px; padding: 9px 11px; background: #f6ede9; border-left: 3px solid #8b3516; font-size: 11.5px; line-height: 1.5; color: #444;\"><strong style=\"color: #8b3516;\">\ud83d\udccc Important:<\/strong> The 20\u201325% rate is not a fixed alimony rate prescribed by law. The amount of alimony is determined by considering the parties\u2019 financial and social circumstances, their needs, and the specific circumstances of the case.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ENFORCEMENT_OF_ALIMONY_DECISIONS_AND_THE_OBJECTION_PROCESS_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span>ENFORCEMENT OF ALIMONY DECISIONS AND THE OBJECTION PROCESS IN TURKEY<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In <strong>divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, the enforcement of<strong> alimony decisions<\/strong> and the procedures for objecting to such decisions are subject to <strong>different legal rules depending on the type of alimony awarded<\/strong>. <strong>Interim alimony (temporary spousal support in Turkey)<\/strong> is granted to meet the <strong>temporary needs of the parties while the divorce proceedings are ongoing<\/strong> and is collected through <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/debt-enforcement-in-turkey\/\">enforcement proceedings<\/a> without a court judgment<\/strong>. As it is in the nature of an <strong>interim decision<\/strong>, either party may request a <strong>modification<\/strong> by claiming that the amount is <strong>excessive or insufficient<\/strong>. If new documents are submitted or if there is a change in economic circumstances, the court may <strong>increase, decrease, or completely abolish the interim alimony<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Spousal support in Turkey <\/strong>and <strong>child support in Turkey<\/strong> awarded together with the final divorce judgment are considered <strong>judgments with executory force<\/strong> and are enforced through <strong>enforcement proceedings with a court judgment<\/strong>. <strong>Direct objection is not possible<\/strong> for these types of alimony; however, <strong>a separate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/file-a-lawsuit-in-turkey\/\">lawsuit may always be filed in Turkey<\/a><\/strong> requesting an <strong>increase or reduction of alimony<\/strong>. <strong>Significant changes in the parties\u2019 incomes<\/strong>, such as <strong>loss of employment, health problems, new financial obligations, or changes in living conditions<\/strong>, are decisive factors taken into account by the court when reassessing the alimony amount.<\/p>\n<p>After an alimony decision is enforced, it is <strong>frequently encountered in practice<\/strong> that the alimony obligor attempts to <strong>avoid payment by transferring or concealing assets<\/strong>. In such cases, the alimony creditor has the right to <strong>file <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/stolen-inheritance-and-fraudulent-conveyance\/\">a sham transaction lawsuit<\/a><\/strong>, including <strong>actions for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/title-deed-cancellation-and-registration-lawsuit\/\">cancellation and registration of title deeds<\/a><\/strong>, by alleging that the debtor\u2019s transactions are <strong>fraudulent and intended to evade alimony obligations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In practice, actions such as <strong>encumbering immovable property with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/mortgage-in-turkey\/\">mortgages<\/a><\/strong>, <strong>showing fictitious sales to third parties<\/strong>, or <strong>placing collusive seizures on bank accounts<\/strong> are often regarded as transactions <strong>aimed at asset evasion<\/strong>. The <strong>identification and neutralization of such unlawful dispositions<\/strong> require expertise in both <strong>enforcement law and real estate law<\/strong>. Therefore, in Turkey, <strong>receiving legal assistance from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/real-estate-lawyer-in-turkey\/\">a lawyer specialized in real estate law<\/a> is of great importance<\/strong> in alimony enforcement proceedings.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHAT_IS_INDEFINITE_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span>WHAT IS INDEFINITE ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I<strong>ndefinite alimony in Turkey<\/strong> refers to <strong>a type of spousal support in Turkey<\/strong> that is ordered to be paid by one spouse to the other when the financially weaker spouse is expected to fall into poverty after divorce. <strong>For indefinite spousal support in Turkey to be awarded<\/strong>, several legal conditions must be met cumulatively. These conditions are as follows:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_One_of_the_Parties_Must_File_a_Request\"><\/span><strong>1. One of the Parties Must File a Request<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In Turkey, indefinite alimony is a <strong>claim-based (request-dependent) type of spousal support<\/strong>. The court <strong>cannot rule on indefinite alimony ex officio<\/strong> unless one of the parties explicitly requests it.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, the spouse requesting alimony <strong>must clearly specify the amount claimed<\/strong>. The judge <strong>cannot award a higher amount than what is requested<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_The_Requesting_Spouse_Must_Not_Be_More_at_Fault\"><\/span><strong>2. The Requesting Spouse Must Not Be More at Fault<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The spouse requesting <strong>indefinite spousal support in Turkey<\/strong> must <strong>not be more at fault<\/strong> than the other spouse. In other words, <strong>the spouse who bears greater fault in the divorce cannot benefit from poverty alimony<\/strong>. If the requesting spouse is found to be more at fault, the alimony request will be rejected.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_Requesting_Spouse_Must_Fall_into_Poverty\"><\/span><strong>3. The Requesting Spouse Must Fall into Poverty<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When assessing <strong>indefinite alimony in Turkey<\/strong>, the court evaluates whether the requesting spouse will <strong>fall into poverty<\/strong>, taking into account their <strong>financial situation, income level, assets, and ability to work<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Poverty does not need to be extreme or absolute. It is sufficient that the requesting spouse <strong>lacks the financial capacity to maintain the standard of living enjoyed during the marriage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_The_Alimony_Must_Be_Proportionate_to_the_Paying_Spouses_Financial_Capacity\"><\/span><strong>4. The Alimony Must Be Proportionate to the Paying Spouse\u2019s Financial Capacity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The amount of <strong>indefinite spousal support in Turkey<\/strong> is determined primarily based on the <strong>financial capacity of the spouse who will pay alimony<\/strong>. An indefinite alimony obligation <strong>cannot be imposed on a spouse whose economic situation does not allow it<\/strong>. The alimony amount must be <strong>fair, proportionate, and compatible with the parties\u2019 economic balance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Legal_Background_of_Indefinite_Alimony_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>5. Legal Background of Indefinite Alimony in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Under Article 144 of the former <strong>Turkish Civil Code No. 743<\/strong>, spousal maintenance in Turkey was previously <strong>limited to a maximum period of one year<\/strong>. According to this regulation, if the faultless spouse fell into serious poverty, <strong>alimony could only be awarded<\/strong> <strong>for up to one year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>However, with the legislative amendment dated <strong>04.05.1988<\/strong>, which entered into force on <strong>12.05.1988<\/strong>, a new regulation was introduced establishing that <strong>spousal maintenance in Turkey<\/strong> <strong>would be granted indefinitely<\/strong>. Since that date, <strong>indefinite spousal support in Turkey<\/strong> has been the applicable legal rule.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_International_Perspective\"><\/span><strong>6. International Perspective<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/turkish-citizenship\/\"><strong>a comparative law<\/strong><\/a> perspective, <strong>indefinite divorce alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is <strong>generally not accepted in many foreign legal systems<\/strong>. In most countries, spousal support following divorce is <strong>limited to a specific period of time<\/strong>. As a result, the Turkish system of <strong>indefinite spousal support in Turkey<\/strong> is often considered <strong>stricter and more burdensome<\/strong> compared to international practices.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, <strong>indefinite alimony in Turkey<\/strong> is a crucial legal mechanism designed to protect the spouse who becomes financially disadvantaged after divorce. However, factors such as <strong>the existence of a formal request<\/strong>, <strong>the parties\u2019 fault distribution<\/strong>, and <strong>whether the requesting spouse will fall into poverty<\/strong> play a decisive role in determining both <strong>entitlement and the amount of alimony in Turkey<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IS_IT_POSSIBLE_TO_GET_A_DIVORCE_WITHOUT_ALIMONY_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>IS IT POSSIBLE TO GET A DIVORCE WITHOUT ALIMONY IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In Turkey, alimony in divorce cases\u2014<strong>particularly poverty alimony and other types of alimony<\/strong>\u2014is decided by taking various circumstances into account. However, in certain exceptional situations, <strong>no alimony is awarded<\/strong>, and a <strong>divorce without alimony becomes possible<\/strong>. Especially when assessed from the perspective of situations that may operate against men, <strong>the circumstances in which alimony will not be ordered can be listed as follows:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Extramarital Relationship of the Wife: <\/strong>If it is proven that <strong>the wife had a relationship with another person during the marriage<\/strong>, this may justify <strong>not awarding alimony in Turkey<\/strong>. When one spouse fails to fulfill marital obligations, <strong>that spouse is deemed at fault.<\/strong> In such cases, the obligation to pay alimony to the other spouse may be questioned, and a <strong>divorce without alimony may be granted in Turkey<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Wife Being at Fault: <\/strong>If the wife is found to be <strong>at fault in the events leading to the breakdown of the marriage<\/strong>, <strong>her right to claim alimony may be eliminated.<\/strong> Granting alimony to the spouse who is responsible for the fundamental reasons for the divorce is generally considered <strong>legally inappropriate<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Wife\u2019s Strong Financial Situation: <\/strong>If the wife has a <strong>higher income than her husband<\/strong>, her right to claim alimony may be limited. Where the wife has <strong>a sufficient level of income to sustain her life independently after the divorce<\/strong>, the court may decide on a <strong>divorce without alimony<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Extramarital Relationship or Other Sources of Income: <\/strong>If the wife <strong>begins living in<\/strong> <strong>an extramarital relationship after alimony has been awarded<\/strong>, or starts earning additional income such as <strong>rental income<\/strong>, this may constitute grounds for <strong>the reduction or removal of alimony<\/strong>. Under the Turkish Civil Code, <strong>the continuation of poverty alimony depends on the persistence of the recipient\u2019s state of poverty.<\/strong> If the recipient acquires <strong>new income<\/strong> or their financial situation improves to the extent that poverty no longer exists, continuation of alimony is <strong>not legally mandatory<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loss of Employment or Decrease in Income of the Alimony-Paying Husband: <\/strong>If the husband, who is the alimony obligor, <strong>loses his job or experiences a significant reduction in income<\/strong>, he may face serious difficulty in paying alimony. <strong>This situation may be accepted as a valid reason for the<\/strong> <strong>non-payment of alimony<\/strong>. If the obligor\u2019s financial condition deteriorates to the point where payment is no longer possible, the court may decide <strong>not to order alimony<\/strong>, <strong>resulting in a divorce without alimony.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each alimony decision varies depending on the <strong>specific circumstances of the case<\/strong> and the <strong>economic conditions of the parties<\/strong>. In Turkey, <strong>situations warranting a divorce without alimony<\/strong> commonly include<strong> the wife being at fault, having additional income sources, engaging in an extramarital relationship, or the alimony obligor lacking sufficient financial capacity.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-family: inherit;\"><a ref=\"magnificPopup\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/anlasmali-bosanma-sureci.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-us_800_400 wp-image-4241\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/anlasmali-bosanma-sureci-800x250.jpg\" alt=\"material compensation in divorce\" width=\"800\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_IS_THE_ALIMONY_INCREASE_RATE_CALCULATED_FOR_2026_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>HOW IS THE ALIMONY INCREASE RATE CALCULATED FOR 2026 IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>alimony increase rate for 2026 in Turkey<\/strong>, as in previous years, is determined based on <strong>official inflation data and economic indicators<\/strong>. When setting the increase rate, courts generally rely on the <strong>Consumer Price Index (CPI \/ T\u00dcFE)<\/strong>. This method has long been accepted as the <strong>standard approach in the case law of the Court of Cassation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The amount of alimony in Turkey<\/strong> ordered by the court\u2014either <strong>during divorce proceedings<\/strong> or <strong>after the divorce judgment becomes final<\/strong>\u2014may become insufficient over time due to changing economic conditions. <strong>Inflation<\/strong>, increases in the <strong>cost of living<\/strong>, and rising <strong>education, healthcare, and care expenses of children<\/strong> may necessitate a reassessment of alimony.<\/p>\n<p>In such cases,<strong> the party receiving spousal support in Turkey<\/strong> may file an <strong>alimony increase lawsuit<\/strong> to request an update of the existing alimony amount. When evaluating the request for an increase, <strong>the court takes into account the following factors:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>CPI (T\u00dcFE) increase rates<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li><strong>The current economic and social conditions of the parties<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li><strong>The increased needs of the child or the alimony recipient<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li><strong>The financial capacity of the alimony obligor<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>and accordingly increases<strong> the alimony amount for<\/strong> <strong>2026 in Turkey<\/strong> in a manner that is <strong>fair and compliant with the law<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_What_Are_The_Justified_Grounds_For_Filing_An_Alimony_Increase_Lawsuit_In_Turkey\"><\/span>1- What Are The Justified Grounds For Filing An Alimony Increase Lawsuit In Turkey?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An <strong>alimony increase lawsuit in Turkey<\/strong> may be filed when the existing alimony amount becomes <strong>insufficient under current economic conditions<\/strong>. Within the framework of the <strong>Turkish Civil Code<\/strong> and <strong>settled case law of the Court of Cassation<\/strong>, the following situations are accepted as <strong>justified grounds<\/strong> for increasing <strong>divorce alimony in Turkey<\/strong> or <strong>spousal support in Turkey<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Depreciation of Money (Effect of Inflation): <\/strong>Due to inflation, the <strong>purchasing power of money decreases<\/strong>, which may cause the existing alimony to become inadequate to meet basic needs. In such cases, <strong>updating the alimony amount is legally possible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economic Crisis and Increased Living Costs: <\/strong><strong>Economic fluctuations<\/strong>, significant increases in the <strong>cost of living<\/strong>, and rising <strong>essential expenses<\/strong> constitute important reasons that may necessitate an increase in alimony.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Financial Improvement of the Alimony Obligor: <\/strong>If the <strong>alimony obligor\u2019s income increases<\/strong>, such as through a <strong>salary raise<\/strong>, <strong>starting a new business<\/strong>, <strong>earning rental income<\/strong>, or <strong>growth in assets<\/strong>, these developments may serve as valid grounds for an alimony increase.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Emergence of New or Increased Expenses of the Alimony Recipient: <\/strong>An increase in the needs of the <strong>alimony recipient or the joint child<\/strong>\u2014including <strong>higher education costs<\/strong>, <strong>healthcare expenses<\/strong>, <strong>housing costs<\/strong>, or <strong>special education needs<\/strong>\u2014may require the alimony amount to be reassessed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If <strong>one or more<\/strong> of these conditions occur, <strong>the<\/strong> <strong>alimony increase rate in Turkey<\/strong> may be <strong>re-determined by the court<\/strong>. The Turkish Civil Code allows alimony to be updated in response to changing <strong>economic and social conditions<\/strong>, aiming to protect both parties within a <strong>fair and equitable balance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_Calculation_of_the_Alimony_Increase_Amount_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>2- Calculation of the Alimony Increase Amount in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, the <strong>alimony increase rate<\/strong> is generally determined in line with <strong>Yarg\u0131tay precedents<\/strong>, based on the <strong>Producer Price Index (PPI \/ \u00dcFE)<\/strong> or the <strong>Consumer Price Index (CPI \/ T\u00dcFE)<\/strong> announced by the <strong>Turkish Statistical Institute (T\u00dc\u0130K)<\/strong>. However, these indices are <strong>guiding indicators only<\/strong>, and courts may also take into account <strong>overall economic conditions<\/strong> when determining the final increase rate.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-_CPI_Rate_for_Alimony_Increase_in_Turkey_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>3- CPI Rate for Alimony Increase in Turkey in 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>alimony increase rate for 2026 in Turkey<\/strong> will be calculated based on the <strong>Consumer Price Index (CPI \/ T\u00dcFE)<\/strong>. The CPI measures the <strong>overall change in consumer prices<\/strong> compared to the previous year. This rate is a <strong>key indicator<\/strong> for both alimony payers and recipients, as it <strong>directly affects household budgets<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_ARE_FINANCIAL_AND_MORAL_COMPENSATION_CLAIMS_REQUESTED_IN_DIVORCE_CASES_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>HOW ARE FINANCIAL AND MORAL COMPENSATION CLAIMS REQUESTED IN DIVORCE CASES IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Claiming financial and moral compensation in divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong> is one of the most significant legal consequences of the divorce process. <strong>Financial<\/strong><strong> and moral divorce compensation<\/strong> refers to the amount that the <strong>faulty spouse<\/strong> is obliged to pay in order to compensate for the <strong>losses suffered by the other spouse<\/strong> as a result of the divorce.<\/p>\n<p>These types of compensation are considered <strong>ancillary (supplementary) consequences of divorce in Turkey<\/strong> and are determined primarily based on the <strong>degree of fault of the parties<\/strong>. A spouse who is <strong>fully at fault or more heavily at fault<\/strong> may be held liable to pay <strong>material and\/or moral compensation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, the nature of compensation claims and the <strong>requirements of proof<\/strong> may differ depending on whether the divorce case is <strong>uncontested (by mutual consent)<\/strong> or <strong>contested<\/strong>. Particularly in <strong>contested divorce cases<\/strong>, proving <strong>fault<\/strong> and clearly demonstrating the <strong>damage suffered<\/strong> play a decisive role in whether compensation claims are accepted.<\/p>\n<p>In both uncontested and contested divorce cases in Turkey, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/mediation-process-in-turkey\/\">mediation<\/a> is not a mandatory precondition<\/strong> for filing claims related to material or moral divorce compensation.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_Divorce_Compensation_in_the_Event_of_an_Uncontested_Divorce_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>1- Divorce Compensation in the Event of an Uncontested Divorce in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>uncontested divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, the parties may freely determine the <strong>amount of financial and moral compensation<\/strong> by reaching a mutual agreement in advance. Within this framework, <strong>which spouse will pay divorce compensation, the amount to be paid, and the conditions of payment<\/strong> are decided based on the <strong>mutual will of the parties<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In such divorces, the <strong>conditions and amount of the divorce compensation claim in Turkey<\/strong> are entirely subject to the <strong>free will of the parties<\/strong>. However, for this agreement to be legally valid, <strong>judicial approval is mandatory<\/strong>. The judge reviews whether the divorce compensation provisions set out in the divorce protocol are <strong>fair, equitable, and compatible with the economic circumstances of the parties<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_Divorce_Compensation_in_the_Event_of_a_Contested_Divorce_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>2- Divorce Compensation in the Event of a Contested Divorce in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>contested divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, a <strong>determination of fault<\/strong> must first be made in order for divorce compensation to be awarded. Fault determination refers to identifying <strong>which spouse is responsible for the events that led to the breakdown of the marriage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>degree of fault<\/strong> is the most significant factor in determining the <strong>amount of divorce compensation in Turkey<\/strong>. The spouse who is <strong>more heavily at fault<\/strong> may be ordered to pay <strong>financial <\/strong><strong>and\/or moral compensation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Compensation claims are considered <strong>ancillary (supplementary) consequences of divorce<\/strong> and may be submitted <strong>together with the divorce lawsuit<\/strong> or, if the legal conditions are met, may also be pursued as a <strong>separate action in Turkey<\/strong>. Especially in contested divorce cases, <strong>proving fault and demonstrating the existence and extent of the damage suffered<\/strong> play a decisive role in whether compensation claims are accepted by the court in Turkey.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-_What_Is_the_Difference_Between_Financial_and_Moral_Compensation_in_Divorce_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>3- What Is the Difference Between Financial and Moral Compensation in Divorce in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>material\/financial compensation<\/strong> is a type of compensation claimed in order to compensate for the <strong>financial losses<\/strong> suffered by one spouse as a result of the divorce. When the marital union ends, material compensation may arise if one spouse\u2019s <strong>economic level decreases<\/strong>, <strong>financial interests are lost<\/strong>, or their <strong>standard of living is negatively affected<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Financial<\/strong> <strong>compensation in divorce in Turkey<\/strong> aims to <strong>compensate for existing and expected benefits that have been lost or reduced due to the divorce<\/strong> and is claimed from the <strong>faulty spouse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Moral compensation in divorce in Turkey<\/strong>, on the other hand, is claimed when a spouse\u2019s <strong>personal rights are violated<\/strong> or when the spouse suffers <strong>psychological or emotional harm<\/strong> due to the events that led to the divorce. Acts such as <strong>adultery, violence, insults, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/fraud-crime-in-turkey\/\">fraud<\/a>, and degrading or humiliating behavior<\/strong> constitute the main grounds for moral compensation in Turkey.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The purpose of moral compensation in Turkey is to alleviate, at least to some extent, the mental pain, suffering, and distress experienced by the spouse.<\/strong> It is considered the <strong>monetary reflection of psychological harm<\/strong> suffered as a result of the divorce-related events.<\/p>\n<p>In summary, <strong>financial <\/strong><strong>compensation<\/strong> <strong>in Turkey<\/strong> aims to compensate <strong>economic losses<\/strong>, while <strong>moral compensation<\/strong> seeks to remedy <strong>non-pecuniary damages arising from violations of personal rights<\/strong>. Both types of compensation depend on the <strong>degree of fault<\/strong> and are assessed by the judge within the framework of the <strong>principle of equity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-_What_Are_the_Court_Fees_for_Claiming_Divorce_Compensation_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>4- What Are the Court Fees for Claiming Divorce Compensation in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In Turkey, claims for <strong>material and moral compensation<\/strong> may be asserted <strong>together with the divorce lawsuit<\/strong>. In this case, there is <strong>no need to file a separate compensation lawsuit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>When <strong>financial<\/strong> <strong>and moral compensation claims<\/strong> are submitted <strong>within the divorce case<\/strong>, the <strong>proportional (ad valorem) court fee<\/strong> normally applicable in compensation lawsuits <strong>is not charged<\/strong>. In other words, <strong>no additional proportional fee is required<\/strong> for compensation claims requested as part of <strong>the divorce proceedings in Turkey.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This provides a significant <strong>procedural and financial advantage<\/strong> for the parties during the divorce process. However, it should be noted that if a <strong>separate compensation lawsuit<\/strong> is filed <strong>after the divorce judgment becomes final<\/strong>, then <strong>payment of a proportional court fee becomes mandatory<\/strong> under Turkish law.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, <strong>requesting financial and moral divorce compensation together with the divorce case<\/strong> is of great importance in Turkey, both in terms of <strong>procedural economy<\/strong> and <strong>avoiding additional court fees<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-_What_Are_the_Criteria_for_Determining_Divorce_Compensation_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>5- What Are the Criteria for Determining Divorce Compensation in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The answer to the question <strong>\u201cWhat are divorce compensation amounts based on in Turkey?\u201d<\/strong> lies in the fact that, although the legislator has set out certain criteria within the Turkish legal system, these criteria have been <strong>deliberately framed in broad terms<\/strong>. This approach allows <strong>Family Court judges<\/strong> to evaluate each case according to its <strong>specific circumstances<\/strong> and to exercise their <strong>discretionary authority<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The legislator\u2019s decision to leave flexibility in the calculation of compensation aims to ensure that the <strong>Family Court can render a fair and equitable decision<\/strong> by taking into account factors such as the <strong>degree of fault of the parties<\/strong>, their <strong>economic conditions<\/strong>, and the <strong>effects created by the divorce<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In practice, whether divorce compensation claims in Turkey will be accepted and the amount of compensation to be awarded are often shaped by the <strong>precedents of local courts and the Court of Cassation (Yarg\u0131tay)<\/strong>. For this reason, a correct and detailed analysis of the question <strong>\u201cwhat is divorce compensation based on in Turkey?\u201d<\/strong> is extremely important in order to avoid any <strong>loss of rights<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/online-legal-services\/\">seeking legal advice in Turkey<\/a> before making a divorce compensation claim in Turkey<\/strong> is of great importance, both for <strong>properly substantiating the claim<\/strong> and for <strong>determining an appropriate compensation amount<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;\"><a ref=\"magnificPopup\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/anlasmali-bosanma-davasi-nasil-acilir.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-us_800_400 wp-image-4243\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/anlasmali-bosanma-davasi-nasil-acilir-800x217.jpg\" alt=\"Objection to divorce compensation in Turkey\" width=\"800\" height=\"217\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHAT_IS_FINANCIAL_COMPENSATION_IN_DIVORCE_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span>WHAT IS FINANCIAL COMPENSATION IN DIVORCE IN TURKEY?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Article 174\/1 of the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong> clearly regulates the legal framework of financial compensation that may be claimed as a result of divorce.<\/p>\n<p><strong>According to Article 174\/1 of the Turkish Civil Code:<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong><em>The innocent or the less at-fault party whose existing or expected interests have been harmed due to divorce may claim appropriate material compensation from the at-fault party.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>Financial compensation in Turkey<\/strong> is a type of compensation that may be claimed by a spouse whose <strong>existing or expected economic interests<\/strong> have been harmed due to divorce, for the purpose of compensating such loss. In practice, <strong>material compensation arises from fault-based liability <\/strong>and, in this sense, constitutes a legal consequence of conduct that causes damage.<\/p>\n<p>In <strong>divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, for financial compensation to be awarded, there must be a <strong>causal link<\/strong> <strong>between the damage suffered and the at-fault conduct that led to the divorce<\/strong>, and the spouse claiming compensation must be <strong>faultless or less at fault<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In <strong>consensual (mutual) divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, financial compensation is based on the <strong>free will and agreement of the parties<\/strong>, and both the amount and the payment terms are determined by the spouses themselves.<strong> In this respect, it differs from material compensation claims in contested divorce cases.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_What_Are_the_Conditions_for_Financial_Compensation_in_Divorce_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>1- What Are the Conditions for Financial Compensation in Divorce in Turkey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>contested divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, for a court to award <strong>pecuniary compensation<\/strong>, <strong>all conditions regulated under Article 174 of the Turkish Civil Code must be fulfilled cumulatively<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Termination of the marriage by divorce: <\/strong>Financial compensation may be claimed <strong>only if a divorce judgment is rendered<\/strong>. If the marriage ends due to the death of one of the spouses, <strong>material compensation based on divorce cannot be claimed in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/probate-in-turkey\/\">probate process<\/a> by heirs under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/inheritance-law-in-turkey\/\">Turkish inheritance law<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The spouse claiming financial compensation must be faultless or less at fault: <\/strong>In the events leading to divorce, the spouse requesting compensation must be <strong>faultless or less at fault than the other spouse<\/strong>. <strong>Financial<\/strong><strong> compensation in Turkey cannot be awarded in favor of the spouse who is more at fault<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Damage to existing or expected interests: <\/strong>The spouse claiming financial compensation in Turkey must <strong>prove that their existing or expected economic interests were harmed due to the divorce<\/strong>. This damage typically arises from the <strong>loss of benefits that would have been protected had the marriage continued<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The damage must arise from the events causing the divorce: <\/strong>The claimed material compensation in Turkey must <strong>directly result from the acts that led to the divorce<\/strong>. <strong>Damages arising from traffic accidents, medical malpractice, or the fault of third parties<\/strong>, which lack a causal link with the divorce, <strong>cannot be considered within the scope of material compensation in Turkey<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When <strong>all of these conditions are met together<\/strong>, it becomes legally possible for the court to award <strong>financial<\/strong><strong> compensation in divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>. To ensure the procedure is conducted properly and to avoid any loss of rights, <strong>seeking legal assistance from an experienced divorce lawyer is of great importance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 24px auto; background: #fffdfb; border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<div style=\"background: #8b3516; color: #fff; padding: 11px 15px; text-align: center; font-size: 14.5px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.4;\">\u2696\ufe0f CONDITIONS FOR PECUNIARY DAMAGES IN DIVORCE<\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow-x: auto;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 560px; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.45; color: #333;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background: #f6ede9;\">\n<th style=\"width: 30%; padding: 9px 10px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">Condition<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 70%; padding: 9px 10px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">Brief Explanation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83d\udc94 Divorce Must Occur<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">The marriage must have ended by a <strong>divorce decision.<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">\u2696\ufe0f Fault<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">The spouse claiming damages must be <strong>faultless or less at fault<\/strong> than the other spouse.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83d\udcb0 Loss of Interests<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">The divorce must have caused harm to the spouse\u2019s <strong>existing or expected economic interests.<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83d\udd17 Connection with Divorce<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px;\">The financial loss must arise from and be <strong>connected to the events that caused the divorce.<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-&#091;46px&#093; justify-start\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_Calculation_of_Financial_Compensation_in_Divorce_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>2- Calculation of Financial Compensation in Divorce in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>financial<\/strong><strong> compensation is not intended to result in unjust enrichment<\/strong>. Therefore, the spouse claiming compensation must <strong>prove that their existing or expected interests have been harmed due to the divorce<\/strong>. These interests most commonly arise in areas such as <strong>maintenance, housing, healthcare services, and social support provided within the marital union<\/strong>. When the marriage ends, the fact that the spouse will be deprived of these supports is taken into consideration.<\/p>\n<p>When <strong>calculating financial compensation in divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, the judge evaluates the following elements <strong>based on the specific circumstances of the case<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Duration of the marriage:<\/strong> The length of the marriage is one of the primary criteria directly affecting the amount of compensation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ages of the spouses:<\/strong> Age and age difference are important in terms of future economic expectations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Probable life expectancy:<\/strong> Health condition and life expectancy may be taken into account in the calculation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Economic conditions of the parties:<\/strong> Income, assets, and financial capacity determine the upper limits of compensation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifestyle and habits:<\/strong> The standard of living adopted by the spouses during the marriage is evaluated.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Professions and working conditions:<\/strong> Participation in working life, professional stability, and income potential are significant.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Employment opportunities:<\/strong> Particularly decisive for spouses who are unemployed or who have been out of the workforce for a long time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Physical and bodily health conditions:<\/strong> Health problems may affect the ability to generate income in the future.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Personal accumulation and skills:<\/strong> Education, experience, and personal qualifications are assessed in terms of the likelihood of economic independence.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Purchasing power of money:<\/strong> Inflation and economic conditions are reflected in the compensation amount.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fault of the parties:<\/strong> The degree of fault in the events leading to divorce is one of the fundamental factors affecting compensation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Social security relationship:<\/strong> The loss of the right to benefit from the other spouse\u2019s social security and insurance rights after divorce may be considered as a loss of interest.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Change in living standards:<\/strong> A decline in the standard of living after divorce plays an important role in the calculation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Participation receivables and property division:<\/strong> Rights arising from the matrimonial property regime may be considered when determining the compensation amount.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insurance policies and receivables within the scope of the property regime:<\/strong> Future-oriented economic securities are included in the assessment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other receivables:<\/strong> The existence of claims such as <strong>poverty alimony<\/strong> or <strong>claims for jewelry<\/strong> may affect the amount of compensation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Articles 50, 51, and 52 of the Turkish Code of Obligations:<\/strong> These provisions apply with respect to <strong>proof of damage and equitable reduction<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Financial compensation in divorce cases in Turkey is not limited solely to monetary losses<\/strong>. For example, <strong>the domestic labor, childcare, and contributions to family order provided by a spouse who is a homemaker<\/strong> are accepted as <strong>economic interests deserving of protection<\/strong>. The impairment of these interests also gives rise to the right to claim material compensation.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, <strong>material compensation in divorce in Turkey may be claimed either in cash or in kind (property)<\/strong>. By evaluating all of these factors together, the judge renders a decision on <strong>material compensation in accordance with the principle of equity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHAT_IS_MORAL_COMPENSATION_IN_DIVORCE_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>WHAT IS MORAL COMPENSATION IN DIVORCE IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In <strong>divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>moral compensation<\/strong> is a legal protection mechanism aimed at <strong>compensating the emotional harm and loss of moral integrity suffered by a spouse whose personal rights have been violated as a result of the events leading to divorce<\/strong>. The <strong>purpose of moral compensation in Turkey is not enrichment<\/strong>, but rather to <strong>partially alleviate the pain, suffering, and psychological distress experienced<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>According to Article 174\/2 of the Turkish Civil Code:<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>The party whose personal rights have been violated due to the events causing the divorce may request the payment of an appropriate amount of money as moral compensation from the faulty party.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Pursuant to this provision, <strong>for moral compensation to be awarded in divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, certain conditions must be met <strong>cumulatively<\/strong>. In particular, there must be <strong>an attack on personal rights<\/strong>, this attack must <strong>arise from the events that led to the divorce<\/strong>, and <strong>the spouse against whom compensation is claimed must be at fault<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The calculation of moral compensation in Turkey requires exceptional care<\/strong>. This is because <strong>moral compensation is one of the claims that cannot be subject to amendment<\/strong>; in other words, <strong>it is not possible to increase the amount of moral compensation claimed after the lawsuit has been filed<\/strong>. Therefore, <strong>the legal assessment at the claim stage must be conducted with great diligence<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In <strong>mutual (uncontested) divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, as with material compensation, <strong>the existence and amount of moral compensation depend entirely on the free will of the parties<\/strong>. The parties may agree on the payment of moral compensation, or they may <strong>explicitly waive this right<\/strong>. In this respect, <strong>mutual divorce cases differ significantly from contested divorce cases<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, <strong>moral compensation in divorce in Turkey<\/strong> is an <strong>important legal institution serving the protection of personal rights<\/strong>, assessed by the judge <strong>based on fault and the specific circumstances of the case<\/strong>. <strong>Submitting a moral compensation claim in accordance with procedural rules is of critical importance to prevent any loss of rights<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_What_Are_The_Conditions_For_Claiming_Moral_Compensation_In_Divorce_In_Turkey\"><\/span>1- What Are The Conditions For Claiming Moral Compensation In Divorce In Turkey?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In order to <strong>claim moral compensation in divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, the conditions set out in <strong>Article 174\/2 of the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong> must be <strong>fulfilled cumulatively<\/strong>. Since <strong>moral compensation in Turkey is an exceptional claim based on the violation of personal rights<\/strong>, these conditions are <strong>interpreted narrowly<\/strong> in practice.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a_Termination_of_the_Marriage_by_Divorce\"><\/span><strong>a. Termination of the Marriage by Divorce<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>moral compensation may only be claimed in the event of divorce<\/strong>. If the marriage ends due to <strong>death, declaration of absence, or any other reason<\/strong>, a claim for moral compensation <strong>cannot be brought under Article 174\/2 of the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>. Therefore, <strong>the issuance of a divorce decree is a fundamental prerequisite<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"b_Violation_of_the_Claimant_Spouses_Personal_Rights\"><\/span><strong>b. Violation of the Claimant Spouse\u2019s Personal Rights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The <strong>legal basis of moral compensation in Turkey<\/strong> is the <strong>existence of an attack against personal rights<\/strong>. Personal rights include <strong>honor, dignity, reputation, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/data-protection-in-turkey\/\">privacy of private life and personal data<\/a>, and bodily integrity<\/strong>. The conduct of the other spouse must have <strong>damaged the moral and emotional integrity of the claimant spouse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"c_Fault_of_the_Spouse_Against_Whom_Moral_Compensation_Is_Claimed\"><\/span><strong>c. Fault of the Spouse Against Whom Moral Compensation Is Claimed<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>only the spouse who is at fault<\/strong> in the events giving rise to the moral compensation claim may be held liable. <strong>Moral compensation in Turkey cannot be awarded against a faultless or less-faulty spouse<\/strong>. Accordingly, there must be <strong>a causal link between the fault and the violation of personal rights<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"d_The_Moral_Compensation_Claim_Must_Arise_from_the_Divorce_and_the_Events_Leading_to_Divorce\"><\/span><strong>d. The Moral Compensation Claim Must Arise from the Divorce and the Events Leading to Divorce<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, a claim for moral compensation must <strong>directly arise from the events that caused the divorce<\/strong>. <strong>Moral damages based on reasons unrelated to the divorce cannot be claimed under Article 174\/2 of the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Not <strong>every act leading to divorce constitutes a violation of personal rights<\/strong>. For example, <strong>one spouse leaving the matrimonial home and failing to return does not, by itself, amount to an attack on personal rights<\/strong>. For moral compensation to be awarded, there must be <strong>conduct that clearly violates personal rights<\/strong>, such as <strong>threats, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/insult-crime-in-turkey\/\">insults<\/a>, slander, violence, degrading, or humiliating acts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, <strong>moral compensation in divorce in Turkey<\/strong> is <strong>not a claim that automatically arises in every divorce case<\/strong>. Rather, it is an <strong>exceptional legal institution<\/strong> that must be assessed <strong>based on the specific circumstances of the case, the degree of fault, and the severity of the violation of personal rights<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 24px auto; background: #fffdfb; border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<div style=\"background: #8b3516; color: #fff; padding: 11px 15px; text-align: center; font-size: 14.5px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.4;\">\u2696\ufe0f CONDITIONS FOR NON-PECUNIARY DAMAGES IN DIVORCE<\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow-x: auto;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 560px; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.45; color: #333;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background: #f6ede9;\">\n<th style=\"width: 30%; padding: 9px 10px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">Condition<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 70%; padding: 9px 10px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; color: #8b3516; font-weight: bold;\">Brief Explanation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83d\udc94 Divorce Must Occur<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">The marriage must have ended by a <strong>divorce decision.<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Violation of Personal Rights<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">There must be a <strong>legally protectable attack on personal rights.<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3; font-weight: bold;\">\u2696\ufe0f Fault<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eadbd3;\">The spouse against whom non-pecuniary damages are claimed must be <strong>at fault<\/strong> in the events causing the divorce and the violation of personal rights.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px; font-weight: bold;\">\ud83d\udd17 Connection with Divorce<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 9px 10px;\">The non-pecuniary harm must be <strong>connected to the events that caused the divorce.<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-&#091;46px&#093; justify-start\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_Calculation_of_Moral_Compensation_Amount_in_Turkey\"><\/span>2- Calculation of Moral Compensation Amount in Turkey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-&#091;46px&#093; justify-start\">\n<p>In divorce cases in Turkey, moral compensation is awarded to <strong>remedy the psychological and emotional harm suffered by the spouse whose personal rights have been violated<\/strong>. However, it is a fundamental principle that <strong>moral compensation in Turkey must not be used as a means of unjust enrichment<\/strong>. Therefore, when <strong>calculating moral compensation in divorce in Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>concrete facts must be taken into account and an objective assessment must be made<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>When determining the <strong>amount of moral compensation in Turkey<\/strong>, the judge evaluates the following factors <strong>collectively<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The economic and social status of the spouse whose personal rights have been violated: <\/strong>The claimant spouse\u2019s <strong>social environment, living conditions, and financial capacity<\/strong> may affect the amount of moral compensation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The degree of fault of the spouse whose personal rights have been violated in the divorce: <\/strong>Whether the claimant spouse is <strong>at fault<\/strong> and, if so, <strong>the degree of fault<\/strong>, directly influences the amount of moral compensation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The severity of the act constituting the violation of personal rights: <\/strong>Acts such as <strong>insult, threat, violence, and slander<\/strong> are among the primary criteria in determining the <strong>extent of moral harm<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The degree of fault of the spouse who committed the violation: <\/strong>The <strong>intensity and seriousness of the fault<\/strong> of the offending spouse are taken into consideration when calculating moral compensation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The economic and social status of the spouse who committed the violation: <\/strong>Since compensation must be <strong>deterrent yet proportionate<\/strong>, the <strong>financial capacity of the faulty spouse<\/strong> is also assessed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The impact of the objective harm caused by the violation: <\/strong>The <strong>psychological and social effects<\/strong> of the violation of personal rights on the injured spouse are evaluated by the judge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As with <strong>financial compensation<\/strong>, it must not be overlooked that <strong>moral compensation in divorce in Turkey does not aim at enrichment<\/strong>. <strong>Moral compensation in Turkey is granted solely to compensate the non-pecuniary damage caused by the violation of personal rights<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, <strong>independently of a moral compensation claim in divorce in Turkey<\/strong>, a spouse who alleges that they have been subjected to <strong>violence, threats, or ill-treatment<\/strong> by the other spouse may request <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/domestic-violence-in-turkey\/\">protective and restraining orders<\/a> from the Family Court<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_IS_DIVORCE_COMPENSATION_OBTAINED_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>HOW IS DIVORCE COMPENSATION OBTAINED IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>financial and moral compensation claims arising from divorce<\/strong> may be asserted in <strong>two different ways<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Claiming_Compensation_Together_with_the_Divorce_Lawsuit_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>1. Claiming Compensation Together with the Divorce Lawsuit in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When filing a <strong>divorce lawsuit in Turkey<\/strong>, claims for <strong>financial and moral compensation<\/strong> may be asserted <strong>within the same petition<\/strong>. Since these claims are considered <strong>ancillary (accessory) consequences of divorce<\/strong>, the following advantages apply:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>No proportional court fee is paid: <\/strong>Because compensation is requested together with the divorce case, <strong>no additional proportional fee<\/strong> is charged.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No proportional attorney\u2019s fee is awarded: <\/strong>The <strong>attorney\u2019s fee is calculated only on the divorce case<\/strong>, not separately for compensation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <strong>This method is the most advantageous and strategic option in Turkey<\/strong> for claiming <strong>financial and moral divorce compensation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Filing_a_Separate_Compensation_Lawsuit_After_the_Divorce_Case_in_Turkey\"><\/span><strong>2. Filing a Separate Compensation Lawsuit After the Divorce Case in Turkey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>After the <strong>divorce judgment becomes final<\/strong>, a <strong>separate lawsuit<\/strong> for <strong>financial and moral compensation<\/strong> may be filed in <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, based on the <strong>fault determination<\/strong> related to the events that caused the divorce. However, in this case:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A proportional court fee must be paid: <\/strong>Since compensation is the subject of an independent lawsuit, <strong>proportional fees apply<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A proportional attorney\u2019s fee is calculated: <\/strong>The attorney\u2019s fee is determined <strong>proportionally based on the compensation claim<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Because this method entails additional costs<\/strong>, it is <strong>less preferred<\/strong> compared to claiming compensation together with the divorce case.<\/p>\n<p><strong>In<\/strong> <strong>mutual (uncontested) divorce cases in Turkey<\/strong>, <strong>material or moral compensation claims that are not included in the divorce protocol cannot be asserted after the divorce<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The reasons are as follows:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>No fault determination is made in mutual divorces.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Fault determination is a legal prerequisite<\/strong> for both <strong>material and moral compensation claims<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Therefore, in the event of a <strong>mutual divorce<\/strong>, <strong>all divorce compensation claims and divorce settlement must be expressly and clearly included in the divorce protocol<\/strong>. <strong>Any compensation claim not incorporated into the protocol cannot be brought as a lawsuit later<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, <strong>asserting divorce compensation claims in Turkey together with the divorce lawsuit<\/strong> is generally the <strong>most effective, economical, and legally secure approach<\/strong>, particularly to avoid additional fees and procedural disadvantages.<\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 700px; margin: 24px auto; background: #fffdfb; border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<div style=\"background: #8b3516; color: #fff; padding: 11px 15px; text-align: center; font-size: 14.5px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.4;\">\u2696\ufe0f HOW TO CLAIM DIVORCE COMPENSATION IN TURKEY<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 8px; box-sizing: border-box;\">\n<div style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 7px; overflow: hidden; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; color: #8b3516; padding: 8px 10px; font-size: 12.5px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.4;\">\ud83d\udcdd 1. Together with the Divorce Case<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 7px 10px; font-size: 11.5px; line-height: 1.45; color: #333;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 4px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0e5df;\"><strong style=\"color: #8b3516;\">Court Fee:<\/strong> No separate proportional court fee is payable.<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 4px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0e5df;\"><strong style=\"color: #8b3516;\">Attorney&#8217;s Fee:<\/strong> No separate proportional attorney&#8217;s fee is awarded.<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"><strong style=\"color: #8b3516;\">Application:<\/strong> Pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages are claimed within the divorce proceedings.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 7px; overflow: hidden; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; color: #8b3516; padding: 8px 10px; font-size: 12.5px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.4;\">\u2696\ufe0f 2. Separate Lawsuit After Divorce<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 7px 10px; font-size: 11.5px; line-height: 1.45; color: #333;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 4px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0e5df;\"><strong style=\"color: #8b3516;\">Court Fee:<\/strong> A proportional court fee is payable.<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 4px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0e5df;\"><strong style=\"color: #8b3516;\">Attorney&#8217;s Fee:<\/strong> The attorney&#8217;s fee is calculated proportionally based on the lawsuit.<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"><strong style=\"color: #8b3516;\">Application:<\/strong> Fault in the events causing the divorce and other legal requirements are assessed.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #eadbd3; border-radius: 7px; overflow: hidden;\">\n<div style=\"background: #f6ede9; color: #8b3516; padding: 8px 10px; font-size: 12.5px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.4;\">\ud83e\udd1d 3. Uncontested Divorce<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 7px 10px; font-size: 11.5px; line-height: 1.45; color: #333;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 4px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0e5df;\"><strong style=\"color: #8b3516;\">Protocol:<\/strong> Compensation claims must be expressly included in the divorce protocol.<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 4px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0e5df;\"><strong style=\"color: #8b3516;\">Fault:<\/strong> Fault is not separately determined in an uncontested divorce.<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"><strong style=\"color: #8b3516;\">Result:<\/strong> Pecuniary or non-pecuniary compensation claims not included in the protocol cannot subsequently be asserted.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IS_IT_POSSIBLE_TO_OBJECT_TO_DIVORCE_AWARD_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>IS IT POSSIBLE TO OBJECT TO DIVORCE AWARD IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In <strong>Turkey<\/strong>, it is possible to <strong>object to material and moral compensation claims<\/strong> requested or awarded in divorce proceedings. An <strong>objection to divorce award in Turkey<\/strong> may be raised by either the <strong>plaintiff or the defendant<\/strong>, provided that it is asserted <strong>in accordance with procedural rules<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>A party faced with a compensation claim may object by arguing that the <strong>legal requirements set out under Article 174 of the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong> are <strong>not fulfilled in the specific case<\/strong>. In particular, the following defenses may be raised:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The spouse requesting compensation is <strong>more heavily at fault<\/strong> in the marital breakdown,<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>material or moral damage<\/strong> occurred not to the claimant but to the <strong>objecting party<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li>There is <strong>no causal link (causation)<\/strong> between the alleged damage and the events that led to the divorce.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>The procedure for objecting to divorce award in Turkey is as follows:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Service of the lawsuit petition: <\/strong>The right to object arises once <strong>the<\/strong> <strong>divorce petition containing claims for financial and moral compensation is served<\/strong> on the opposing party.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Time limit for objection: <\/strong>The objection must be submitted <strong>within two weeks<\/strong> from the date of service, either through a <strong>statement of defense<\/strong> or by filing a <strong>counterclaim<\/strong>. Under Article 127 of the Code of Civil Procedure, a defendant who applies to the court within that period may be granted <strong>one further period, on a single occasion and not exceeding one month<\/strong>. Failing to file a statement of defense in time does not extinguish the right to defend altogether: under Article 128 of the Code of Civil Procedure, the defendant is <strong>deemed to have denied all of the factual allegations<\/strong> made by the claimant.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grounds for objection:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Defense of heavier fault: <\/strong>Alleging that the spouse claiming compensation is <strong>more heavily at fault<\/strong> in the events leading to the divorce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Absence of damage: <\/strong>Arguing that <strong>no material or moral damage has occurred<\/strong>, or that the alleged damage <strong>does not rise to a level requiring compensation<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>In conclusion, <strong>objecting to divorce award in Turkey<\/strong> is not merely a formal defense; it is a <strong>technical legal process<\/strong> that requires a comprehensive assessment of <strong>fault, damage, and causal connection<\/strong>. Therefore, supporting the objection with <strong>concrete evidence<\/strong> is decisive for the course and outcome of the proceedings.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAN_PROVISIONS_REGARDING_SPOUSAL_SUPPORT_AND_DIVORCE_COMPENSATION_BE_INCLUDED_IN_A_PRENUPTIAL_AGREEMENT_IN_TURKEY\"><\/span><strong>CAN PROVISIONS REGARDING SPOUSAL SUPPORT AND DIVORCE COMPENSATION BE INCLUDED IN A PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENT IN TURKEY?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Under the <strong>Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/marriage-contract-in-turkey\/\"><strong>marriage contracts<\/strong><\/a> are concluded within the scope of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/contract-law-in-turkey\/\"><strong>Turkish<\/strong> <strong>Contract Law<\/strong><\/a> for the purpose of determining the <strong>property regime between the spouses<\/strong>. However, such agreements <strong>may not contain provisions concerning personal rights and obligations<\/strong>. In this context, <strong>agreements on spousal support in Turkey (divorce alimony in Turkey) or divorce compensation concluded before the marriage are legally invalid<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Divorce-related spousal support in Turkey and divorce compensation<\/strong> depend on conditions that may arise <strong>after the termination of the marital union<\/strong>, and these matters may <strong>only be determined by the judge<\/strong>, taking into account the <strong>specific circumstances of the case<\/strong>. Therefore, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbhukuk.com\/en\/practice-areas\/family-law\/pre-nuptial-agreements-in-turkey\/\">pre-nup agreements in Turkey<\/a> made by the parties on these issues are not legally binding<\/strong>. Even if provisions regarding <strong>spousal support in Turkey or divorce compensation<\/strong> are included in a prenuptial agreement, <strong>such clauses are deemed invalid due to their contradiction with the Turkish Civil Code<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>While provisions regarding <b>divorce compensation<\/b> and <b>spousal support<\/b> are strictly prohibited in <strong>a Turkish<\/strong> <b>prenuptial agreement<\/b>, they are the primary elements of a <b>Divorce Settlement Agreement<\/b> <strong>in Turkey<\/strong>. Under Turkish law, once a divorce case is initiated or the decision to end the marriage is made, <strong>the parties may enter into a divorce settlement to mutually determine the<\/strong> <b>divorce award<\/b>. Unlike a prenup,<strong> a divorce settlement agreement in Turkey<\/strong> allows spouses to agree on the specific amount of <b>pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages<\/b> (material and moral compensation). However, <strong>for this divorce settlement in Turkey to be legally binding, it must be submitted to the court and approved by the judge<\/strong>, who ensures the agreement remains fair and protects the fundamental rights of both parties.<\/p>\n<p>For this reason, <strong>when entering into a marriage contract, the parties must be aware of the statutory limits<\/strong> and must leave matters relating to personal rights and obligations<strong>\u2014such as spousal support in Turkey and divorce compensation\u2014<\/strong>to the discretion of the judge. 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