Company Formation
in Türkiye

SEAMLESS INCORPORATION

Establish Your Legal Presence with Confidence

Starting a business in a new country can involve unfamiliar procedures, regulations and administrative requirements. We guide international entrepreneurs and investors through the company formation process in Türkiye, helping them establish the right foundation for their business from the very beginning.

From initial planning and company registration to tax registration and the accounting setup required to begin operations, we coordinate the key stages of the process and provide clear guidance throughout. Our aim is to make establishing and starting your business in Türkiye as straightforward and efficient as possible.

Most Common Legal Entities in Türkiye

Selecting the appropriate corporate structure is critical for liability, governance, and tax planning:

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  Limited Liability Company (Limited Şirket / Ltd. Şti.):

  The most popular structure for foreign entrepreneurs and SMEs. Minimum 1 shareholder (foreign individual or corporate entity). Minimum statutory share capital is TRY 50,000. Shareholders’ liability is limited to their subscribed share capital.

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  Joint Stock Company (Anonim Şirket / A.Ş.):

  Suited for larger enterprises, venture-backed tech startups, and companies looking to issue shares or conduct an IPO. Minimum capital is TRY 250,000. Offers maximum flexibility for transfer of shares without public notary fees.

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  Liaison Office (İrtibat Bürosu):

  Ideal for international companies wishing to conduct market research, business development, and feasibility studies in Turkey without engaging in commercial sales. Zero corporate income tax.

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  Branch Office (Şube):

  Direct extension of a foreign parent company. Engages in commercial transactions under the foreign parent’s name and creditworthiness.

Our End-to-End Formation Deliverables

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  Preparation of company Articles of Association (AoA) on MERSİS trade registry portal.
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  Foreign shareholder tax identification number (Vergi Kimlik Numarası) procurement.
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  Sworn translation, notarization, and apostille validation of corporate documents.
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  Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (İTO) registration and official Trade Gazette announcement.
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  Opening corporate bank accounts in USD, EUR, and TRY with online international banking access.
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  Signature circular (imza sirküleri) drafting and official tax plate activation.