Turkey: Transport

Macaristan’a karşı açılan ve 19 Ekim 2017 tarihinde Türkiye lehine sonuçlanan Geçiş Belgesi ücretlerinin kaldırılması davasının ardından bu ülkeye ödenen Geçiş Belgesi ücretlerinin geri iadesi için ikinci dava açılmıştı. Durukan Hukuk Bürosu ile DLA Piper Hukuk Bürosu iş birliği çerçevesinde 21 Türk uluslararası taşıma şirketini temsilen Av. Mahmut Barlas tarafından Aralık 2021’de açılan dava, Türk taşımacıları lehine sonuçlandı. Vaktinde başvuru yapan Türk taşımacıları, 2016 ve 2017 yıllarında ödedikleri tüm araç vergilerini (Geçiş Belgesi Ücreti) iade aldı.

Following the abolition of Transit Document fees against Hungary, which was concluded in favor of Türkiye on October 19, 2017, a second lawsuit was filed for the refund of Transit Document fees paid to this country. The lawsuit filed in December 2021 by Counsel Mahmut Barlas, representing 21 Turkish international transportation companies in cooperation with DLA Piper Law Firm, was concluded in favor of Turkish transporters. Turkish transporters, who applied on time, received a refund of all vehicle taxes (Transit Document Fees) they paid in 2016 and 2017.

Turkey's comprehensive maritime legislation framework governs all aspects of maritime law, from vessel registration and crew requirements to cargo operations and port regulations. This guide examines the intricate legal structure that shapes Turkey's position as a strategic maritime hub connecting Europe and Asia. Understanding these regulations is essential for shipping companies, maritime operators, and legal practitioners navigating Turkish waters and ports.