Can the requesting country submit additional evidence after my arrest in Turkey?

By Dr. Anatoliy Yarovyi — Senior Partner

Updated: 26 Oct 2026

Yes, requesting states frequently supplement their initial extradition requests with additional documentation after provisional arrest. Turkish courts may allow supplementary evidence if it is submitted within the time limits set by the applicable treaty and Turkish law. This additional material often includes witness statements, financial records, or revised charge sheets. Defence counsel must be prepared to respond rapidly to supplementary submissions and challenge the authenticity, relevance, or admissibility of newly introduced evidence before the court considers the extradition request substantively.