Introduction Value Added Tax, commonly known as VAT in international terminology and KDV in Turkish law, is one of the most important tax obligations for businesses operating in Turkey. Whether a company sells goods, provides services, imports products, exports goods, operates an e-commerce platform, develops software, rents commercial property, performs construction work or receives cross-border […]
Introduction Turkey is an important jurisdiction for foreign investors seeking access to a large domestic market, regional trade routes, manufacturing capacity, export opportunities and a developing service economy. However, successful investment in Turkey requires more than company incorporation, commercial contracts and banking arrangements. A foreign investor must also design a legally sustainable tax structure from […]
Introduction Turkey is a major commercial gateway between Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North Africa. Its large domestic market, manufacturing capacity, logistics infrastructure, customs union relationship with the European Union and strategic location make it an attractive jurisdiction for foreign companies. However, foreign businesses entering the Turkish market must understand that corporate tax compliance […]
Introduction Turkey is one of the most strategically located jurisdictions for international trade, manufacturing, logistics, technology, real estate investment and regional headquarters operations. Its connection between Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North Africa makes the country attractive for both local entrepreneurs and foreign investors. However, doing business in Turkey requires more than company formation, […]
Introduction Municipal public service contracts in Turkey are one of the most important legal tools through which municipalities deliver local services. Modern municipalities do not perform every service only through their own personnel and equipment. They may procure cleaning services, road maintenance, waste collection, public transportation support, information technology systems, social facility operation, construction works, […]
Introduction Municipal council zoning amendments in Turkey are among the most important legal instruments affecting land value, construction rights, public facilities, urban density, green areas, transportation systems, commercial development and property ownership. A single municipal council decision may change a parcel from residential to commercial use, increase building density, reduce green space, create a road, […]
Introduction Administrative applications to municipalities in Turkey are one of the most important legal tools for citizens, businesses, property owners, investors, tenants, contractors and local residents. Municipalities make decisions that affect daily life: zoning status, building permits, workplace opening licences, public space occupation permissions, signboard approvals, demolition notices, municipal fines, social assistance, road and infrastructure […]
Introduction Municipal building inspection powers in Turkey are one of the most important areas of Turkish zoning, construction and administrative law. Every building project, from a small shop renovation to a large residential complex, hotel, warehouse, factory or mixed-use development, may be affected by municipal control. Municipalities supervise whether construction is carried out according to […]
Introduction Municipal closure and sealing decisions in Turkey are among the most serious administrative measures that can affect a business. A restaurant, café, hotel, factory, warehouse, shop, clinic, beauty salon, market, entertainment venue or workshop may lose the ability to operate immediately if the municipality issues a closure decision and physically seals the premises. The […]
Introduction Challenging municipal license cancellation decisions in Turkey is a critical legal issue for businesses operating restaurants, cafés, hotels, shops, factories, warehouses, clinics, entertainment venues, beauty salons, workshops and many other workplaces. A municipal license cancellation may immediately stop commercial activity, damage reputation, interrupt revenue, create employee and supplier disputes, and cause serious financial loss. […]