Corporate & Business Law
Company Formation in Turkey for Foreigners
Starting a business in Turkey is possible for foreign nationals, but choosing the right company type is the first and most important step. The most common options are:
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Limited Liability Company (Ltd.) → Best for small and medium-sized businesses, easier to set up and manage.
Joint Stock Company (A.Ş.) → Suitable for larger operations, raising capital, or planning future investments.
Branch → An extension of a foreign company; can do business but remains legally tied to the parent company abroad.
Liaison Office → For research and representation only; cannot engage in commercial activity.
Each structure has different requirements for capital, management, and liability.
How I Can Help
Guide you through registration with the Trade Registry, tax office, and banks until your company is fully established.
Explain the differences clearly so you can pick the best structure for your goals.
Provide a step-by-step checklist of documents (translations, notarizations, apostilles).
Legal Due Diligence for Acquisitions & Partnerships
Foreign investors sometimes prefer to acquire an existing Turkish company or become a partner/shareholder instead of starting from scratch.
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Normally, a full due diligence project requires a team from different professions (lawyers, accountants, auditors).
👉 Our service is limited to the legal part only.
Depending on the size of the company, this may involve working together with other lawyers who specialize in different fields (for example, corporate, employment, real estate or intellectual property law).
What we check during legal due diligence:
- Company records and shareholder structure
- Important contracts (lease, supplier, customer, partnership, etc.)
- Ongoing or potential lawsuits and enforcement files
- Licenses, permits, and compliance with regulations
- Ownership of real estate or intellectual property (if relevant)
How we can help:
-Provide you with a comprehensive report highlighting risks, red flags and protective measures.
-Advise you on whether the transaction is safe to proceed and what steps to take for protection. You receive a detailed written report explaining the risks, potential problems and recommended precautions before you invest.
📌 This service is most often provided for small and medium-sized company acquisitions. It is a special service, separate from standard legal consultation, and the fee and timeline depend on the scope of the work. If you would like more detailed information, feel free to get in touch.
