Turkey
Europe
What consumer rights apply in Turkey for expired Giftcards?
No general right to redemption/refund after expiry if the expiry date was validly agreed and transparent. If terms are non-transparent, consumers can rely on Law 6502.
What special rules apply in Turkey to the sale, issuance, or redemption of Giftcards?
T&C transparency (expiry, fees, redemption options) is required under Law 6502; for digital codes/Giftcards, apply the VAT communiqué clarifications (definitions, import/sale, timing of tax).
Is there a legal rule in Turkey on the validity period of Giftcards?
No fixed statutory minimum validity period. Expiry dates are permitted but must be clearly and understandably communicated under Consumer Protection Law No. 6502 (information and transparency duties).
How are Giftcards treated for tax purposes in Turkey (VAT, single-purpose / multi-purpose)?
VAT communiqués provide guidance: for codes/Giftcards, 2023/2024 clarifications indicate tax can arise already at sale if the Giftcard is limited to a specific good/service; general purchasing-power Giftcards are taxed at redemption. (Not formal EU SPV/MPV, but similar logic.)