Company Formation
From choosing the right company type to completing official registration, we manage the entire formation process on your behalf, completely and quickly.
We are with you end-to-end for the formation of Limited Liability Companies, Joint Stock Companies, and many other business types. From choosing the right company structure to completing the official registration process, we handle every step on your behalf.
Company Types
- Limited Liability Company — The most common company type, structured around a partnership basis.
- Joint Stock Company — Capital-focused, with a corporate structure.
- Sole Proprietorship — A fast, low-cost way to get started.
- Cooperative — Structured around mutual benefit.
Formation Steps
- Articles of Association Drafting — Preparation of the articles of association suited to your company type.
- Chamber of Commerce Registration — Completion of registration and announcement procedures.
- Tax Office Registration — Tax liability setup and site inspection procedures.
- Notary Procedures — Notarization and signature declaration procedures.
- Statutory Book Certification — Opening certification of the company's legal books.
- SGK Workplace Registration — Social security registration procedures.
To this service what's included?
Company Type Consulting
Determining the most suitable company type based on your line of business, partnership structure, and tax advantages.
Articles of Association Drafting
Drafting the articles of association appropriate to the company type and arranging matters between partners.
MERSIS Electronic Application
Filing the electronic incorporation application through the Central Registry Registration System (MERSIS).
Trade Registry Incorporation
Completing registration and announcement procedures with the Chamber of Commerce / Trade Registry Directorate.
Notary Procedures
Obtaining the signature declaration, signature circular, and all required notary approvals.
Tax Office Registration
Establishing tax liability and carrying out the site inspection process.
SGK Workplace Registration
Registering the workplace with social security and filing the required notifications.
Statutory Book Certification
Opening certification of commercial books and establishing the legal record-keeping system.
Who is it for?
- Entrepreneurs setting up a new business
- Sole proprietors looking to transition to a Limited Liability or Joint Stock Company
- Investors seeking to form a company with foreign partners
- Those starting an e-commerce venture or freelance practice
Required Documents
- 1 Photocopies of founding partners' identification documents
- 2 Proof of residence document
- 3 Passport-sized photographs of the founders
- 4 Company trade name and line of business information
- 5 Business address and lease agreement / title deed
- 6 Passport and potential tax number for any foreign partner
The list of documents may vary depending on the case; we clarify it specifically for you in the preliminary meeting.
Step by step process
Consultation & Type Selection
We listen to your needs and jointly determine the company type best suited to your line of business.
Same dayDocumentation & Articles of Association
We draft the articles of association and file the electronic incorporation application through MERSIS.
1 business dayRegistration & Notary
We complete the Trade Registry incorporation and notary signature procedures.
1-2 business daysTax & SGK
We carry out tax office registration, SGK workplace registration, and book certification procedures.
1-2 business daysFAQ
Each has its own advantages: a Limited Liability Company offers a more flexible, lower-cost start, while a Joint Stock Company is better suited to share transfers and corporate growth. We assess your line of business and goals and recommend the type that best fits you.
When all documents are complete, the formation process is typically completed within 3-5 business days. This period may be shorter or longer depending on workload and response times from official bodies.
Yes. The Turkish Commercial Code allows for single-partner Limited Liability and Joint Stock Companies. You can establish a company entirely in your own name as the sole partner.
The minimum capital amount varies by company type and is updated by legal regulations. We share the current amounts and payment schedule with you clearly during our consultation.
Yes. Foreign individuals or legal entities can become partners in a company in Turkey. In this case, we manage the entire process, including passport, potential tax number, and any required translations.
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