Tourism scandal in Turkey: strict rules bring companies in need!

Tourism scandal in Turkey: strict rules bring companies in need!

Antalya, Türkei - Turkey remains an extremely popular summer travel destination for Germans and currently occupies fourth place among the most sought -after holiday countries after Germany, Spain and Greece. Nevertheless, there are increasing concerns about the increasing prices for vacation trips that could herald the end of the long-awaited “cheap vacation”. The focus is particularly on the so-called "villa tourism" in popular regions such as Antalya, Kaş, Kumluca and Fethiye, which flourishes, but often without the necessary official permits.

In order to counteract this problem, the new law No. 7464, also known as the "Airbnb law", came into force on January 1, 2024. This law provides for stricter requirements for the approval of holiday accommodations, whereby non -compliance can lead to a ban on the operation of these objects. The legislator demands that you obtain approval from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism before renting your real estate. This affects not only private landlords, but also professional providers.

regulations and requirements

The law determines clear requirements that regulate the rental of residential properties for tourism purposes. Not only are permits necessary, but also special precautions in the operation of rental objects. This includes compliance with fire protection regulations, including the use of fire -proof doors.

Another important element of the law is the obligation to report identity: Landlords are encouraged to record the tenants' identity information and to report them to the responsible authorities. In addition, an approval badge must be attached to each rented object, and compliance with this regulation is strictly monitored.

criticism and challenges

The implementation of the new law does not come without controversy. The association of the villabyers, Turvuccer, was founded to fight the potential negative effects of the law. Politicians like Cavit Arı of the CHP criticize the Ministry of Tourism for a commitment and call for a deadline extension until December 31, 2025 in order to be able to meet the new requirements.

The challenges in this context are not insignificant. Many existing holiday homes are listed, which could slow the necessary permits for changes and adjustments. In addition, experts warn of risks that could affect trips to Turkey, especially in view of possible earthquakes. This could lead to a rethink among travelers who have previously chosen Turkey.