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Company formation for foreigners

For foreigners looking to invest or start a business in Türkiye, we provide end-to-end support — from identifying the most suitable company type to handling the formation process and ongoing accounting.

We take the complexity out of the process for you. In your meeting with our expert CPA, you receive all the advisory you need, and the formation steps are carried out professionally according to the chosen company type. Drawing on our deep experience with local legislation, we accelerate the bureaucratic procedures on your behalf and deliver comprehensive solutions so you can build your business on solid foundations.

Scope of service

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Limited Company (LTD)
The model most preferred by foreign investors. Ideal for small and medium-sized businesses.

Key Features

  • Number of Partners: can be founded with at least 1 and at most 50 partners.
  • Capital: a minimum of 50,000 TL of capital is required.
  • Liability: partners are liable only in proportion to the capital they have contributed to the company.
  • Management: managed by one or more directors designated by the articles of association.
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Joint-Stock Company (AŞ)
Suitable for large projects and high-capital investments. Share transfer is easier than in a Limited company.

Key Features

  • Number of Partners: at least 1 partner (real or legal person) is sufficient; there is no upper limit.
  • Capital: a minimum of 250,000 TL (500,000 TL for the registered capital system) is required.
  • Public Offering: shares can be offered to the public and traded on the stock exchange.
  • Liability: partners are liable only up to the capital they have committed.
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Sole Proprietorship (Real Person Enterprise)
Although established for individual activity, it involves additional procedures (such as a work permit) for foreign nationals.

Key Features

  • Formation: established quickly and at low cost by a single person.
  • Liability: the owner is liable without limit, with their entire assets, for all debts of the business.
  • Constraints: in certain professions and during residence/work permit processes it may be assessed as more complex than Limited or Joint-Stock companies.
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Branch
The route chosen by companies headquartered abroad to operate in Türkiye.

Structure

  • A branch is tied to the parent company yet can carry out commercial transactions on its own; it can generate profit and transfer that profit abroad.

How we work

  1. 1Initial consultation and case analysis
  2. 2Document checklist and preparation
  3. 3Submission of the application
  4. 4Follow-up and delivery

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a foreigner own 100% of a Turkish company?

Yes. A foreign individual or legal entity may establish a 100% foreign-owned LLC or JSC with a single shareholder. No Turkish partner is required.

How long does company formation take?

With complete documents, the tax number, MERSIS registration, notary deed and trade registry filing are completed within 5–10 business days.

Should I choose an LLC or a JSC?

An LLC is sufficient for most SME operations. A JSC is preferable if you plan to go public, transfer shares easily or run a multi-shareholder structure. We advise based on your case.

Does owning a Turkish company grant residence or work rights?

Not automatically. However, the foreign shareholder may use the company as supporting grounds when applying for an independent work permit or a short-term residence permit.

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