Company Formation
Services in Turkey
We handle the entire company registration process — from legal structure selection and trade registry filing to tax enrollment, bank account opening, and work permits. You focus on your business. We handle the bureaucracy.
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Complete formation and post-formation services for foreign investors establishing a business in Turkey.
LLC Formation (Ltd. Şti.)
The most popular structure for foreign investors entering the Turkish market. Minimum 10,000 TRY capital, 1–50 shareholders allowed.
- Articles of Association drafting and notarization
- MERSIS pre-registration and trade registry filing
- Tax office and SGK (social security) registration
- Bank account opening assistance
- Company stamp and signature circular
Joint Stock Company (A.Ş.)
For larger investments or companies planning to go public. Minimum 50,000 TRY capital, board of directors structure required.
- Capital structuring and share allocation
- Board of directors and general assembly setup
- Statutory auditor appointment (if applicable)
- Full trade registry and gazette publication
- Post-formation corporate governance guidance
Branch Office Registration
Operate in Turkey as an extension of your foreign parent company without forming a new legal entity.
- Parent company resolution and apostille legalization
- Sworn translation of corporate documents
- Turkish Trade Ministry approval process
- Trade registry and tax office registration
- Appointment of Turkish legal representative
Tax Registration & Compliance
Full tax setup and ongoing compliance support so your Turkish company operates within legal requirements from day one.
- Tax ID (vergi numarası) and VAT registration
- E-invoice (e-fatura) and e-ledger (e-defter) enrollment
- Monthly bookkeeping and declaration support
- Annual corporate tax return filing
- Withholding tax and dividend distribution guidance
Work & Residence Permits
Legal permits for foreign shareholders, directors, and employees. Managed through the Ministry of Labour and Immigration Authority.
- Work permit application and follow-up
- Residence permit coordination
- Permit renewals and compliance tracking
- Family residence permit support
- Turquoise Card eligibility assessment
Virtual Office & Registered Address
A professional business address in Istanbul valid for trade registry purposes, without the cost of a physical office.
- Registered company address in Istanbul
- Mail and cargo handling with forwarding
- Meeting room access on demand
- Phone answering service (optional)
- Valid for trade registry and tax office purposes
How It Works
A clear, three-step process from consultation to a fully registered company.
Free Consultation
We assess your business goals, recommend the optimal company type, and provide a transparent, fixed-fee cost estimate. No commitment required.
Document Preparation & Filing
We draft your articles of association, handle notarization, manage MERSIS pre-registration, and file with the Trade Registry — while you focus on your business.
Company Ready to Operate
Your Turkish company is registered, tax-enrolled, and legally ready to operate. We assist with bank account opening, work permits, and ongoing compliance.
Why Work With Us
We combine local expertise with international experience to deliver reliable, transparent company formation services.
- Direct experience with Turkish trade registries and tax authorities
- Clients from 40+ countries — we understand cross-border requirements
- Transparent, fixed-fee pricing — no hidden costs or surprises
- Ongoing support after formation: accounting, permits, compliance
- English, Turkish, and Arabic-speaking team
- All government registrations handled — you never visit a government office
Typical timeline from document preparation to a fully registered company ready to operate.
Ready to Start Your Company in Turkey?
Get a free consultation with our formation team. We'll assess your situation, recommend the right structure, and provide a fixed-fee quote — no commitment required.
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