I need to get some information about inheritance law in Turkey.

My husband is a Turkish citizen who has resided in the U.S. since the 1960s. We were married in 1969 and our marriage is registered in Turkey. I am an American citizen and we have two children who were born in the United States. They do not have dual citizenship.

My husband inherited property in Istanbul which is in his name and which has for many years been managed by his brother. His parents and grandparents are deceased. He also has a sister who is living.

My question has to do with inheritance for myself and/or my children if I should predecease my husband. I need to know whether a valid will here in the United States would also be considered valid in Turkey. Does he need a will in Turkey that states that he leaves the property to me if he dies first?