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Ankara Courthouse: Address, Phone, and Which Case Goes Where
Address and Contact
- Address
- Hacı Bayram Veli Mah. Atatürk Bulvarı No:40, Sıhhiye / AnkaraOpen in Google Maps for directions
- Phone
- 0312 509 31 80
- Faks
- 0312 309 45 70
Other Service Buildings
Annex No. 1 (Civil Courts of First Instance, Civil Courts of Peace)
Doğanbey Mah. Şehit Ömer Halisdemir Blv. No:53, Altındağ / Ankara
0312 540 45 00
Annex No. 2 (Labour Courts)
Cevizlidere Mah. Muhsin Yazıcıoğlu Cad. No:45, Çankaya / Ankara
0312 204 45 00
Annex No. 3 (Enforcement)
Söğütözü Mah. 2179. Cad. No:5, Çankaya / Ankara
0312 302 63 00
Annex No. 4 (Family, Commercial, Consumer, Juvenile)
Söğütözü Mah. 2181. Cad. No:2, Çankaya / Ankara
0312 409 02 00
Annex No. 5 (Intellectual and Industrial Property)
Gazi Mah. TPE Yerleşkesi No:115, Yenimahalle / Ankara
0312 342 10 35
Which Courts Are at the Ankara Courthouse?
| Criminal Court of First Instance | 91 chambers |
| Civil Court of First Instance | 47 chambers |
| Civil Court of Peace | 30 chambers |
| Family Court | |
| Commercial Court of First Instance | |
| Consumer Court | |
| Intellectual and Industrial Property Court | |
| High Criminal Court |
Ankara Civil Court of First Instance
Ankara Courthouse has 47 chambers of the Civil Court of First Instance. It hears civil cases that the law does not assign to another court, such as compensation, inheritance and general debt claims (Code of Civil Procedure, Art. 2). Where no family, labour, commercial or consumer court has been set up, those cases are also heard here, with the court acting in that capacity.
Ankara Civil Court of Peace
Ankara Courthouse has 30 chambers of the Civil Court of Peace. It hears all disputes arising from tenancies (rent determination, eviction and unpaid rent), actions to end co-ownership (partition) and condominium disputes (Code of Civil Procedure, Art. 4). Non-contentious matters such as certificates of inheritance and guardianship are, as a rule, also handled by the civil court of peace (Art. 383).
Reaching a Specific Court in Ankara by Phone
To reach a specific court such as the Ankara High Criminal Court, the courthouse switchboard is usually called and asked to connect to that court's registry (kalem). Some courthouses also publish unit numbers on their own website; the official source linked at the end of this page can be checked for current numbers. Hearing dates, interim decisions and the status of a case file can be seen on the UYAP Citizen Portal with an e-Devlet password.
Ankara Courthouse switchboard: 0312 509 31 80Which Case Goes Where in Ankara?
| Case / Dispute Type | Competent Court |
|---|---|
| Divorce, custody, alimony | Family Court |
| Rent determination, eviction, condominium disputes | Civil Court of Peace |
| Compensation, inheritance, general debt claims | Civil Court of First Instance |
| Company disputes, commercial receivables | Commercial Court of First Instance |
| Employer-employee disputes, severance/notice pay | Labour Court |
| Defective goods/services, consumer disputes | Consumer Court |
| Objection to enforcement proceedings | Enforcement Court (Civil) |
| Serious offences (intentional homicide, drug trafficking, etc.) | High Criminal Court |
| Other criminal proceedings | Criminal Court of First Instance |
Labour and Family Cases in Ankara: How the Process Works
Labour Cases: Process and Competent Court
In employer-employee disputes (severance/notice pay, reinstatement, etc.), mediation must be attempted before filing suit; if mediation fails, a case may be brought before the labour court. The competent court is, as a rule, that of the defendant's (usually the employer's) residence or the place where the work was performed.
See our notice/severance period and compensation calculatorsDivorce, Custody, and Alimony Cases: How the Process Works
Divorce cases are heard at the family court (or, where none exists, the civil court of first instance acting in that capacity). In an uncontested divorce, if the spouses agree in advance on property, alimony, and custody, the case can conclude in a single hearing; a contested divorce involves gathering evidence and hearing the parties and witnesses. The competent court is that of either spouse's residence, or the place where they lived together for the last six months.
How Long Does a Case Take in Ankara? Factors That Affect Duration
- Whether expert examination is required — especially in compensation, inheritance-share, or technically complex disputes, the expert report process is the single biggest factor extending the timeline.
- Whether an on-site inspection is required — property disputes may require the court to examine the location in person.
- The number of parties and witnesses — more witnesses generally means more hearings.
- The courthouse's caseload — larger courthouses may set the next hearing date further out than smaller ones.
- Whether an appeal (istinaf/temyiz) is filed — review by a higher court extends the process before the first-instance decision becomes final.
Going to a Hearing: Documents, ID, and Tracking Your File
- A valid form of identification (ID card, driving licence, or passport) is required and is checked at the security entrance.
- The status of a case file can be tracked in real time through the UYAP Citizen Portal (vatandas.uyap.gov.tr) using an e-Devlet login — hearing dates, interim decisions, and filed documents are visible there.
- For some hearings, party or witness testimony can be taken via SEGBİS (the audio-video information system) without physically attending the courthouse — the relevant court clerk's office can confirm whether this is available.
- Punctuality matters; failing to appear without an excuse can result in an unfavourable outcome or a postponement that lengthens the process.
Court Costs and Legal Aid in Ankara
When filing a lawsuit, an application fee, an advance fee, and an expense deposit (for notifications, expert fees, etc.) are paid; if the case succeeds, most of these costs are, as a rule, recovered from the losing party. Those without sufficient financial means may request legal aid before or during proceedings; this request is made to the relevant court with documents showing income, and if granted, provides a temporary exemption from fees and costs.
See our enforcement cost calculatorFrequently Asked Questions
Where is the Ankara Courthouse?
Hacı Bayram Veli Mah. Atatürk Bulvarı No:40, Sıhhiye / Ankara — 0312 509 31 80
What is the phone number of the Ankara Courthouse?
Switchboard lines listed on the official page: 0312 509 31 80. Fax: 0312 309 45 70.
How can the Ankara High Criminal Court be reached by phone?
Where no separate number is published for each court, the courthouse switchboard (0312 509 31 80) is called and asked to connect to that court's registry (kalem). Hearing dates and the status of a case file can also be checked on the UYAP Citizen Portal with an e-Devlet password.
Is this information up to date?
The address, phone, and court details on this page were verified against the official adalet.gov.tr source as of the date shown; since these can change over time, check the relevant courthouse's own page for definitive information.
Practical Note
Beyond the main Sıhhiye building, Ankara Courthouse is spread across five numbered annexes: civil courts of first instance and of peace in No. 1, labour courts in No. 2, enforcement in No. 3, family, commercial, consumer and juvenile courts in No. 4, and intellectual property courts in No. 5.
Source: adalet.gov.tr · Last updated: 2026-10-04
This page is for general information only; it does not constitute legal advice and does not replace the official source. Address, phone and court details may change over time — check the relevant courthouse's adalet.gov.tr page for definitive information.