A crucial aspect of franchising in Turkey is its legal and regulatory status. Unlike some countries, Turkey does not have a specific law dedicated solely to franchise agreements. Instead, franchising is considered a sui generis (unique) contract, governed by the general provisions of contract and commercial law. The primary legal frameworks that apply to the franchisor-franchisee relationship include the Turkish Code of Obligations, the Turkish Commercial Code, the Competition Law, and intellectual property laws. These regulations cover topics such as contract validity, liabilities, termination conditions, non-compete clauses, trademark protection, and antitrust compliance.