What are the deadlines and grounds for filing an Istinaf appeal in civil cases in Turkey?

In Turkey
Last Updated: Nov 13, 2025
I lost a civil case at the first instance and want to challenge the decision. Can I appeal to the Istinaf Court in Turkey, and what deadlines apply? Are new evidence or changes in law required for an Istinaf appeal?

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BudakLegal

BudakLegal

Nov 13, 2025
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Yes, it is possible to object to the decision of first instance except for cases below monetary limit which become final at the first instance. The court will indicate in its reasoned decision whether the judgment is appealable or final, as well as the deadline for filing an appeal. As general rule, the decision can be appealed within two week as from the notification of the decision to the related party. It is not necessarily required to submit new evidence, procedural or substantive misassessments by the court may be invoked as grounds for appeal. Kind regards,
BudakLegal

BudakLegal

Nov 13, 2025

Yes, it is possible to object to the decision of first instance except for cases below monetary limit which become final at the first instance. The court will indicate in its reasoned decision whether the judgment is appealable or final, as well as the deadline for filing an appeal. As general rule, the decision can be appealed within two week as from the notification of the decision to the related party. It is not necessarily required to submit new evidence, procedural or substantive misassessments by the court may be invoked as grounds for appeal. Kind regards,

 

BAYAR LAW FIRM

BAYAR LAW FIRM

Nov 13, 2025
If the first instance court has not issued a final decision, an objection may be filed. This objection is time-limited. The period begins with the notification of the first instance court's reasoned decision.
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