Türkiye Investment Entry: What No One Tells You

A Step-by-Step Guide to Starting a Company in Türkiye

A Concise, Reliable, and Current Resource for Foreign Investors

More foreign investors are choosing Türkiye every year — and for good reason. The strategic advantages are real, the opportunities are growing, and the market is far more accessible than most people assume. That said, Turkish legislation has its complexities, and trying to navigate it alone almost always costs more time and money than it saves.

This is where Köprü A.Ş. comes in. We handle the regulatory side so you can stay focused on actually building your business. Here's how the process works.

1. Which Company Type Is Right for You?

There's no single answer — it depends on your scale, your goals, and how you plan to grow.

• Limited Company (LTD): The go-to choice for small and medium-sized businesses. Can be established with just one shareholder.

• Joint Stock Company (JSC): Better suited for larger operations, especially if you're planning to bring in investors or eventually go public. Also requires just one shareholder to set up.

• Branch Office: Already operating elsewhere? You can open a Turkish branch of your existing company. We cover the details of this option across our social media channels.

  
  

2. What You'll Need to Get Started

For foreign investors, the core requirements are:

• Notarized translation of your passport

• A Turkish tax identification number*

• A local representative (where required)

• A registered legal address in Türkiye

*Don't have a Turkish tax ID yet? No problem — our team will take care of obtaining it for you.

3. How Long Does It Take?

Once we draft your articles of association and submit them to the Chamber of Commerce, the timeline is straightforward:

• LTD: 2–3 business days

• JSC: 3–5 business days

No unnecessary back-and-forth. We prepare everything according to your specifications from the start.

4. Bank Account and Capital Requirements

For an LTD, there's no capital blockage requirement — you're not locked into depositing funds upfront. For a JSC, a corporate bank account is opened during the incorporation phase for the initial capital deposit. Depending on your sector, additional licenses or permits may be needed before you can begin operations.

5. Tax Office and Social Security Registration

Once your company is incorporated, we handle registration with the tax office. If you plan to take on employees, Social Security (SGK) notifications are completed at this stage as well.

6. A Few Things Worth Knowing

• You don't need to be physically present in Türkiye. With a power of attorney, we can carry out the entire process on your behalf.

• Single-point coordination matters more than people think. Managing your notary, accountant, and legal procedures through one team cuts out a significant amount of friction.

• Your registered address sends a signal. A prestigious Istanbul address builds immediate credibility with potential clients and partners.

• Time savings are real. With the right support, you can cut the typical setup time by up to 50%.

  
  

From your first inquiry, we structure everything around your specific needs and goals — then see it through, start to finish. If you're ready to take the next step, reach out via our website, social media, or WhatsApp. We'll take it from there.