- Time
- 15 working days; 30 working days where an opinion is required (Law No. 4982, Art. 11)
- Fee
- The application is free of charge; a fee equal to the cost may be charged for copying documents (Art. 10).
Who can apply
Anyone. Foreigners resident in Türkiye and foreign legal entities operating in Türkiye may apply on matters concerning themselves or their field of activity, within the framework of the principle of reciprocity.
Required documents
- Written request (dilekçe): name, surname, signature, home or work address; the information or document requested is stated clearly
- For legal entities, the entity’s registered name, address and proof of authorisation
How it works
- Make your application to the Registry Directorate (Yazı İşleri) in writing or by electronic means that allow your identity to be established.
- Access to the requested information or document is provided within 15 working days; if the opinion of another department or authority is needed, the time limit is 30 working days and you are notified of the extension.
- If your application is refused, you are told the reasons and the remedies available; you can appeal to the Board of Review of Access to Information (Bilgi Edinme Değerlendirme Kurulu) within 15 days.
Good to know
- For requests about your personal data, see also: Data Subject Requests.
Legal basis
- 4982 sayılı Bilgi Edinme Hakkı Kanunu md. 4, 6, 10–13