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Company Establishment and Responsibilities of Foreigners in Türkiye

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Company Establishment and Responsibilities of Foreigners in Türkiye

Foreign individuals or legal entities can directly establish a company in Türkiye. The established company is subject to the same legal regime as companies founded by Turkish citizens. However, responsibilities and obligations may vary depending on the type of company.

1. Responsibilities by Company Type

Joint Stock Company (A.Ş.)

  • Shareholders are only liable up to their committed capital.
  • Board members may be personally liable for unpaid public debts such as taxes and social security premiums.

Limited Liability Company (Ltd. Şti.)

  • Shareholders’ liability is limited ...
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Advantages and Disadvantages of a Foreign Company Opening a Branch in Turkey

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Advantages and Disadvantages of a Foreign Company Opening a Branch in Turkey

Introduction
In today’s globalized economy, companies aim to expand and grow by investing beyond their national borders. Turkey, with its strategic location connecting Europe and Asia, its young and dynamic population, and its developing industrial infrastructure, has become an attractive destination for foreign investors. One of the most common methods for foreign capital companies to operate in Turkey is by opening a branch. However, when making this decision, it is essential to consider not only the advantages but also the ...

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Tax Advantages of Foreign-Invested Companies in Turkey

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<strong>Tax Advantages of Foreign-Invested Companies in Turkey</strong>

In Turkey, foreign-invested companies are generally subject to the same tax regime as domestic companies. In other words, when a company with foreign shareholders is established, its tax obligations are not different from those of a Turkish-owned company. However, due to certain special regulations and investment incentives, there may be indirect tax advantages. These can be summarized under the following main points:

1. General Tax Regime

  • Corporate Tax Rate: As of 2025, the corporate income tax rate in Turkey is 25%. ...
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Salary To Be Paid To Foreign Person

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  • 6.5 times the minimum wage for senior managers, pilots and engineers and architects who request a preliminary permission,
  • 4 times the minimum wage for unit or branch managers, engineers and architects,
  • 3 times the minimum wage for teachers and those who would work in jobs requiring expertise and craftsmanship,
  • Minimum wage for foreign persons to be employed in domestic services,
  • In the case of other professions other than those listed above; (Sales staff, marketing-export staff, etc.) should be 1.5 times the minimum wage, ...
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The Establishment Of Foreign Companies In Turkey

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Turkey’s “Foreign Direct Investment Law No. 4875” is based on the equal treatment principle and allows international investors to have the same rights and obligations as local investors. According to this; International investors are allowed to establish all of the company types specified in the Turkish Commercial Code (TTK).

In this context, the general characteristics of the commercial companies that can be established in Turkey according to the Turkish legislation and the related establishment procedures are summarized below.

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How To Acquire Turkish Citizenship?

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There are more than one way that a foreigner who wants to acquire Turkish citizenship can follow, and each of these ways have their own application conditions.

Acquiring Turkish Citizenship Through General Way

A foreign person who desires to acquire Turkish citizenship can acquire Turkish citizenship following the decision of the competent authority if they meet the conditions specified in the law. However, meeting the required conditions does not provide an absolute right to acquire citizenship.

Conditions to be met for application:

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Work Permits

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Company Founders

According to the Republic of Turkey laws, foreign natural or legal people may become shareholders of an investment that would be established in our country. Foreign nationals who are shareholders are not required to obtain a work permit if they do not effectively work in the enterprise.

If the director of the company or the board of directors are from a foreign nationality, it is obligatory for those people to obtain a work permit.

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Can Foreigners Establish a Company in Turkey?

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Foreigners can establish a company in Turkey after completing the necessary legal procedures. For this purpose, a law that regulates establishment of a company in Turkey by foreigners is available. The Foreign Direct Investors Law No. 4875 states the provisions regarding this process. Within the scope of this law; some assurances have also been provided to foreigners through certain provisions, including freedom of investment, encouragement of foreign investors and equal treatment.

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What is Online Sales?

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Online sales means sales of goods and services by businesses or individuals through their own e-commerce sites or marketplace platforms. 

Is It Obligatory To Set Up An E-Commerce Site To Sell Online?

There is no obligation to set up an e-commerce site to make online sales. It is possible to make sales from online marketplaces such as Trendyol, n11, Hepsiburada, GittiGidiyor. However, when selling on these marketplaces, a certain amount of commission should be paid per category or product you sell. 

In today’s ...

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