Turkey welcomes foreign investors with equal rights to locals. No ownership limits in most sectors, tax incentives, and a prime location between Europe and Asia. Start your business in days—perfect for tech, manufacturing, or trade. Here’s a simple guide.

#### Company Types You Can Set Up

– **Limited Liability Company (LLC)**: Best for startups. 100% foreign-owned, min. 50,000 TRY (~$1,500) capital. Low setup, protects personal assets.

– **Joint Stock Company (JSC)**: For bigger firms. Min. 250,000 TRY (~$7,500) capital. Great for investors or going public.
– Others like partnerships or cooperatives are possible too.

Full foreign ownership allowed, with billions in FDI success stories.

#### Who to Contact

– **Trade Registry Offices**: Handle registration (in Istanbul, Ankara, etc.).

– **Tax Offices**: Get free tax ID.

– **Ministry of Trade**: Guidance and incentives.

– **Invest in Türkiye**: Free help for foreigners at www.optimaldenetim.com/en/

Use Optimal Denetim consultancy company for remote setup via power of attorney.

#### Simple Steps (2-7 Days)
1. Get tax IDs (1 day, free).
2. Register on MERSIS online.
3. Prepare/notarize documents (charter, signatures).
4. Deposit capital in bank.
5. Submit to Trade Registry.
6. Get official approval and tax registration.
7. Handle social security and bank account.

Virtual offices OK.

#### Why Invest in Turkey?

Fast growth, skilled workers, easy exports, and no profit restrictions. Join 80,000+ foreign companies thriving here. Start today!