We will form your new Turkish company within five business days after receiving the necessary documents and information from you.
The documents and information we require will depend on your specific circumstances, as well as the company type we are establishing for you.
Our experienced specialists will discuss this with you in detail to ensure that you know what we need and also how to obtain this information.
Yes, a commercial address is compulsory to form and maintain a company in Turkey.
The rules say you cannot use a residential address for this purpose.
Government authorities are known to make physical inspections to check whether an address is commercial and whether it is actually used by the registered company.
Please talk to us if you do not have a local commercial address to use during your Turkish company formation process.
Yes, an authorized representative of your company must visit Turkey during the company formation process.
During the process, the representative is required to attend the Notary’s offices with our specialists.
In general, a trip to Istanbul lasting seven business days should be sufficient.
No. Anybody with a valid passport can form a company in Turkey.
No. Unlike some countries in the region, Turkey does not impose minimum thresholds for employing local staff, nor does it require foreigners to establish local partnerships.
Of course, you may wish to hire local staff, or partner with a local businessperson regardless.
In which case, we are happy to help you understand and meet your local legal obligations, as well as ensure you are appropriately protected.
Just contact us to discuss your specific circumstances.
No, you do not need a local bank account to complete your Turkish company formation.
Of course, you may wish to open a local bank account to manage your business finances.
In which case, we are happy to help you understand the process and ensure the this runs smoothly.
Just contact us to discuss your specific needs further.
Once your Turkish company formation is complete, you will receive a Trade Registry Certificate, copy of your new company’s Articles of Association, and Tax ID.
Certain industries and company activities will require you to obtain additional permits before you may begin operating your business.
Our specialists will discuss these with you, if they apply to your circumstances.
Generally, yes. However, there are some restrictions and requirements you should know about.