Company Formation
in Turkey

Professional Company Formation Service

Establish your business in Türkiye with confidence.

Our experts combine legal, financial, and administrative expertise to deliver a seamless, compliant, and strategically structured company formation process for foreign and local entrepreneurs.

 

What We Do?

01

Legal Structure Selection

We analyze your business goals and guide you in choosing the right company type—Limited Company (Ltd.), Joint Stock Company (A.Ş.), Branch, or Liaison Office.

02

Company Name & Activity Code Check

We verify name availability and ensure that your business activities are correctly registered under the appropriate NACE codes.

03

Articles of Association Drafting

Professionally drafted documentation that complies with the Turkish Commercial Code and reflects your business structure.

04

Trade Registry & Notary Procedures

Full handling of all notarization, registration, and official documentation steps, ensuring zero procedural errors.

05

Tax Registration & E-Invoicing Setup

We establish your tax registration, obtain your potential tax number, and initiate your electronic invoicing and bookkeeping setup.

06

Shareholder & Director Onboarding

Coordination of required documents, apostilles (if foreign), and compliance checks for all shareholders and directors.

07

Bank Account Opening Support

Assistance in preparing required documents and coordinating the process for opening a corporate bank account in Türkiye.

08

Operational Kick-Off Package

Guidance on payroll, SGK registrations, bookkeeping obligations, and first-month compliance requirements.

09

Corporate Governance Design

Guidance on structuring decision-making processes, defining roles and responsibilities, establishing internal policies, and creating a compliant governance framework for sustainable company operations.

Why Company Formation Is Essential for Global Growth?

Setting up a company in Türkiye is an increasingly strategic move for global entrepreneurs due to its:

–  Strong strategic location between Europe, Asia, and MENA
– Large domestic market with high digital adoption
– Tax advantages and incentives for specific industries
– Access to EU markets through Customs Union arrangements
– Rapid business environment with favorable incorporation procedures

Knowing how to structure your company:

– Increases investor trust
– Reduces tax and compliance risks
– Strengthens long-term operational stability
– Enables faster scaling, franchising, or expansion
– Ensures you start on a legally solid foundation

Company formation is the legal backbone of your business journey.

Company Formation in 3 Steps

Our service examines all legal, financial, and administrative aspects of your business and delivers a globally formatted Company Formation Package.

01

Share Your Business Details

We collect key information such as business activities, shareholder structure, investment goals, and required documents.

02

Formation & Compliance Process

We complete all procedures: drafting documents, notarization, trade registry applications, tax registration, and corporate setup.

03

Company Package Delivery

You receive your final formation documents, tax registrations, operational compliance guide, and strategic recommendations for the next steps.

Company Formation – FAQ

What types of companies can I establish in Türkiye?

The most common structures are Limited Company (Ltd.), Joint Stock Company (A.Ş.), Branch Office, and Liaison Office. Selection depends on liability preferences, investor structure, and long-term operational strategy.

How long does the company formation process take?

If all documents are ready, a Limited Company can typically be established within 3–5 business days, while a Joint Stock Company may take 5–7 business days.

Can foreigners own 100% of a company in Türkiye?

Yes. Türkiye allows full foreign ownership with no requirement for a local partner.

Do shareholders need to come to Türkiye?

Not always. In many cases, incorporation can be completed using a notarized and apostilled Power of Attorney without requiring physical presence.

What is the minimum capital requirement?
  • Ltd. Company: 50,000 TRY

  • Joint Stock Company: 250,000 TRY

    Higher capital may be required for regulated sectors.

Do you provide bank account opening assistance?

Yes. We guide you through documentation requirements and coordinate with banks to facilitate corporate account opening.



What documents do foreign shareholders need?

Passport copies, address proof, apostilled corporate documents (if entity shareholder), and a Power of Attorney for representation.



Are there any ongoing compliance obligations?

Yes. These include monthly tax filings, bookkeeping, SGK notifications (if employees), annual general assemblies, and mandatory e-invoicing systems.

Can I obtain a work permit after company formation?

Yes. Having a company in Türkiye allows shareholders or directors to apply for a work permit if eligibility criteria are met.

Do you assist with trademarks, contracts, or bookkeeping?

Yes. Marqora provides end-to-end legal, IP, and business consulting, including trademark registration, contract drafting, and accounting services.