National holiday trading permit

A permit for businesses that wish to stay open on Republic Day, 29 October.

Time
You will be informed about your application within 30 days at the latest (Law No. 3071, Art. 7).
Fee
2nd-class non-sanitary establishments 800 ₺ · supermarkets 700 ₺ · bread bakeries, 3rd-class non-sanitary establishments and public venues serving alcohol 600 ₺ · other public venues 500 ₺ · other businesses 400 ₺ (2026 fee schedule)
Period
The permit is valid for one year

Who can apply

Businesses that hold a business opening and operating licence.

Required documents

  • Declaration form — filled in at the Municipal Police Directorate (Zabıta)

How it works

  1. Apply to the Municipal Police Directorate with the declaration form.
  2. Pay the duty at the Municipality’s cashier’s desk; the permit is then issued.

Good to know

  • On 29 October private businesses are required to close (Law No. 2429, Art. 2); businesses that hold a permit may trade.
  • The holiday begins at 13.00 on 28 October and continues on 29 October.
  • The weekly rest-day permit was abolished in 2017; a permit is required only for the national holiday.

Legal basis

  • 2429 sayılı Ulusal Bayram ve Genel Tatiller Hakkında Kanun md. 1, 2
  • 2464 sayılı Belediye Gelirleri Kanunu md. 58–62
  • Ula Belediye Meclisinin 16.10.2025 tarihli ve 60 sayılı kararı (2026 Ücret Tarifesi)