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Company Formation Services in Turkey
Start Your Business with Turnkey Company Formation Solutions
Establishing a business in Turkey requires the right legal structure, proper planning, and full compliance with local regulations. Our law firm provides comprehensive company formation services in Turkey, helping both local and international entrepreneurs set up their businesses efficiently and securely.
With our turnkey company formation services in Turkey, we manage the entire process from start to finish—so you can focus on growing your business.
Complete Company Formation Solutions for Foreign Entrepreneurs in Istanbul, Türkiye
Starting a company in Istanbul can be an exciting opportunity, but establishing a business in a foreign country involves much more than registering a company name.
Foreign entrepreneurs entering the Turkish market often need to make several important decisions at the same time: Which company structure is appropriate? Where should the company be registered? How should the shareholding structure be arranged? What legal documents are required? How should tax and accounting obligations be handled? Does the founder need a work or residence permit? Where will the company operate? How can a corporate bank account be opened? What about payroll, trademark registration, legal contracts and ongoing business advisory?
Managing all of these matters separately can make the establishment process unnecessarily complicated. ERAY LAW provides an integrated company formation service in Istanbul designed specifically for foreign entrepreneurs who want to establish and operate a business in Türkiye.
Our approach goes beyond company registration.We bring together company formation, legal consultancy, tax services, accounting consultancy, payroll services, virtual office solutions, corporate bank account opening assistance, work and residence permit services, trademark registration and business consultancy within a coordinated service model.
In other words, instead of arranging each requirement separately with different providers, entrepreneurs can access a comprehensive, integrated and cost-efficient package designed around the practical needs of establishing a business in Türkiye.
This is the core of our turnkey company formation service. From the first planning stage to the establishment of your company and the beginning of your commercial operations, ERAY LAW aims to provide a structured and professionally coordinated solution from a single point of contact.
Turnkey Company Formation in Istanbul
One Professional Solution for Your Business Setup
For a foreign entrepreneur, establishing a company in Türkiye can involve multiple institutions, documents, professional advisers and administrative procedures. Company registration is only the beginning.
Once your company is incorporated, you may need an accountant, legal adviser, payroll provider, office address, bank account support, immigration assistance, trademark registration and business consultancy. Managing these services independently can create unnecessary communication, coordination and cost issues.
ERAY LAW's turnkey company formation service is designed to solve this problem.
We combine the principal services required by an entrepreneur establishing a business in Istanbul into an integrated package.Depending on your business model and individual requirements, your company formation package can include:
- Company incorporation and registration
- Legal consultancy
- Tax services
- Accounting consultancy
- Payroll services
- Virtual office rental
- Corporate bank account opening assistance
- Work permit services
- Residence permit services
- Trademark registration
- Business and commercial consultancy
The exact scope of the package can be structured according to the entrepreneur's business model, company type, nationality, intended activities and operational requirements.
Our objective is simple: To give foreign entrepreneurs a practical, coordinated and cost-efficient way to establish their business in Istanbul without having to manage every professional requirement separately.
Why Choose an Integrated Company Formation Service?
Establishing a company involves interconnected legal, financial and operational decisions.
For example, the company structure selected at incorporation can affect the way the business is managed. The registered business activities can influence licensing requirements. The location of the business can affect operational arrangements. The employment structure can create payroll and social security obligations. The founder's immigration status can be relevant to the ability to work in Türkiye.
This is why company formation should not be treated as an isolated registration procedure. A business needs a structure that works as a whole.
With ERAY LAW's integrated approach, the establishment process can be considered from several perspectives at the same time: Legal structure + taxation + accounting + employment + immigration + banking + office + intellectual property + business advisory.
This holistic approach can help entrepreneurs identify their requirements earlier, coordinate different stages more efficiently and avoid unnecessary duplication of professional services. Most importantly, it allows the entrepreneur to focus on the business rather than spending valuable time coordinating multiple service providers.
Company Formation Services for Foreign Entrepreneurs 
Türkiye allows international investors to establish companies under the forms available under the Turkish Commercial Code, and the Investment Office states that international investors are subject to the same conditions for establishing businesses as local investors under the foreign direct investment framework. For foreign entrepreneurs, however, the practical process may involve additional documentation and formalities.
For example, documents issued outside Türkiye may need to be notarized and apostilled or legalized through the relevant Turkish consulate, followed by official translation and notarization in Türkiye. Foreign individual shareholders may also need passport-related documentation and other registration documents depending on their circumstances.
ERAY LAW helps foreign entrepreneurs understand these requirements before the establishment process begins. Our role is not simply to submit registration documents. We help you understand what needs to be established, why it is required and how the different components of your business setup fit together.
Our Complete Company Formation Package
1. Company Incorporation and Registration
The first component of our turnkey service is the establishment of your Turkish company. Depending on your business objectives, we can assist with the evaluation and formation process for an appropriate corporate structure, including commonly used structures such as limited liability companies and joint-stock companies.
The appropriate structure depends on several factors, including:
- Number of shareholders
- Nationality and legal status of shareholders
- Planned business activities
- Investment size
- Future investment plans
- Management structure
- Shareholding arrangements
- Financing requirements
- Potential transfer of shares
- Long-term growth strategy
For example, under current official information, a Turkish limited liability company can be established by at least one and up to fifty real or legal persons, with a minimum capital of TRY 50,000. A joint-stock company has a current minimum capital requirement of TRY 250,000.
These figures should not, however, be interpreted as a recommendation that one structure is automatically suitable for every entrepreneur. The right structure depends on the business.
ERAY LAW evaluates the legal and commercial characteristics of your planned operation before the incorporation process is structured.
2. Legal Consultancy
A company is not simply a legal entity registered with the Trade Registry. Once established, it enters into contracts, hires employees, purchases products or services, sells to customers, works with suppliers, manages shareholders and conducts commercial transactions.
This means that legal considerations should be incorporated into the business model from the beginning. As part of our integrated service, ERAY LAW can provide legal consultancy relating to areas such as:
- Corporate and commercial law
- Shareholder relationships
- Commercial contracts
- Employment-related legal matters
- Business agreements
- Corporate governance
- Company management
- Share transfers
- Commercial transactions
- Regulatory matters
- Legal risk assessment
The objective is to establish a business structure that is not only formally registered but also prepared for its intended commercial activities.
3. Tax Services
Tax is one of the most important considerations when establishing a company in Türkiye. The company's activities, revenue model, transactions, employees, customers, suppliers and international relationships may create different tax obligations.
For this reason, tax should not be considered only after the company has been incorporated. Our integrated company formation service can include tax-related support designed to help entrepreneurs understand the tax framework relevant to their business. Depending on the circumstances, this may involve:
- Corporate tax considerations
- VAT-related matters
- Withholding tax considerations
- Tax registration procedures
- Tax compliance coordination
- Tax-related business structuring
- International tax considerations
- Double taxation issues
- Tax consultancy for foreign entrepreneurs
ERAY LAW can coordinate tax-related matters with the accounting and legal aspects of the company formation process, providing a more integrated approach to establishing your business.
4. Accounting Consultancy
Once your company is established, accounting becomes an ongoing business requirement. Financial records, tax declarations, invoices, payroll-related accounting, financial reporting and statutory compliance need to be managed continuously. Foreign entrepreneurs often find the Turkish accounting system unfamiliar, particularly during the first months of operation.
Our accounting consultancy service is designed to help bridge this gap. Depending on the selected package, accounting support can be coordinated with the company's legal and tax requirements.
This integrated model is particularly useful for entrepreneurs who want to avoid managing separate relationships with a lawyer, accountant and other advisers. Instead, the various components of the business structure can be coordinated as part of one overall service framework.
5. Payroll Services
Employing staff creates additional legal, accounting and administrative responsibilities. Payroll is therefore an important part of a complete business establishment package. ERAY LAW can provide or coordinate payroll-related services for companies that employ personnel in Türkiye.
Depending on the company's circumstances, payroll services may involve:
- Payroll calculations
- Employment-related documentation
- Salary administration
- Social security-related processes
- Payroll reporting
- Employment compliance coordination
- Employee onboarding support
For foreign entrepreneurs employing their first employees in Türkiye, having payroll considerations integrated into the company setup can make the transition into regular operations considerably more manageable.
6. Virtual Office Rental in Istanbul
Not every newly established business requires a traditional physical office from its first day of operation. For entrepreneurs who need a professional business address without immediately committing to a conventional office lease, a virtual office can be an efficient alternative, subject to the requirements applicable to the business activity and registration.
ERAY LAW's turnkey company formation solution can include virtual office rental services in Istanbul. This can provide entrepreneurs with a practical office solution while they establish their operations in Türkiye.
The suitability of a virtual office depends on the nature of the business and any applicable legal, licensing or operational requirements. Our role is to help determine whether this type of solution is appropriate for your planned company structure and activity.
7. Corporate Bank Account Opening Assistance
Establishing a Turkish company is only one part of becoming operational. A functioning business also needs appropriate banking arrangements.
ERAY LAW provides corporate bank account opening assistance as part of its integrated company formation solutions.
We can help entrepreneurs understand the documentation and procedural requirements associated with opening a corporate bank account in Türkiye and coordinate the process with the wider company setup.
Bank approval and account-opening decisions remain subject to the individual bank's internal procedures, compliance requirements and assessment. Our objective is to make the process more organized and understandable for foreign entrepreneurs who may be unfamiliar with the Turkish banking environment.
8. Work Permit Services
Foreign entrepreneurs who establish a company in Türkiye may also need to address immigration and work authorization matters. Company ownership and the legal right to work in Türkiye are separate considerations.
Türkiye's Ministry of Labour and Social Security states that foreigners falling within the relevant legislation must obtain a work permit or work permit exemption before commencing work in Türkiye. The specific requirements depend on the individual's circumstances and the nature of the intended work.
ERAY LAW can assist foreign entrepreneurs with the work permit process as part of an integrated business establishment solution. This is particularly relevant for founders who intend to actively manage their Turkish company and work in Türkiye.
Where appropriate, work permit requirements can therefore be considered alongside the company formation process rather than treated as an entirely separate issue.
9. Residence Permit Services 
Foreign entrepreneurs establishing a business in Türkiye may also need immigration-related assistance concerning residence status.Residence permit requirements vary according to the individual's circumstances and applicable legislation.
ERAY LAW provides residence permit assistance as part of its broader support for foreign entrepreneurs establishing themselves in Türkiye. By combining company formation with immigration-related services, entrepreneurs can address several of their initial establishment requirements through one coordinated professional relationship.This integrated model is particularly valuable for founders who are relocating to Istanbul to establish and manage their business.
10. Trademark Registration Services
Building a company involves more than creating a legal entity. Your company name, brand identity, logo, product names and other distinctive signs can become valuable business assets.
Trademark protection should therefore be considered at an early stage.ERAY LAW provides trademark registration services for entrepreneurs who want to establish and protect their brand in Türkiye.
Trademark-related assistance can include:
- Trademark strategy
- Trademark application preparation
- Registration process
- Classification assessment
- Trademark-related legal consultancy
- Protection of brand-related rights
Considering intellectual property during the company formation process can help entrepreneurs avoid treating brand protection as an afterthought. For businesses investing significant resources in marketing and customer acquisition, the legal protection of the brand can be an important component of long-term business planning.
11. Business Consultancy
A foreign entrepreneur may understand their own business extremely well but still be unfamiliar with the Turkish commercial environment. This is where business consultancy can provide additional value.
ERAY LAW can provide business-oriented consultancy relating to the establishment and development of commercial operations in Türkiye. Depending on the business, this may include guidance concerning:
- Business structure
- Market entry considerations
- Commercial contracts
- Operational structure
- Corporate organization
- Local business practices
- Legal risk
- Tax and accounting coordination
- Employment structure
- Commercial expansion
The objective is to help entrepreneurs move from the initial idea of establishing a company toward an operational business structure.
One Package Instead of Multiple Service Providers
A More Efficient Way to Establish Your Business in Türkiye
One of the biggest advantages of ERAY LAW's company formation model is service integration. Without an integrated solution, a foreign entrepreneur may need to find:
One lawyer for incorporation.
One accountant for accounting.
Another adviser for tax matters.
Another provider for payroll.
Another company for a virtual office.
Another consultant for immigration.
Another specialist for trademarks.
Another intermediary for banking.
And another consultant for general business matters.
This creates multiple communication channels, separate invoices, different timelines and additional administrative work. ERAY LAW brings these requirements together under a coordinated turnkey company formation service.
Instead of purchasing unrelated services individually, entrepreneurs can request a tailored package covering the services they actually need. This structure is designed to provide:
One point of contact.
One coordinated process.
One integrated service model.
One comprehensive business setup solution.
Cost-Efficient Company Formation Packages
Comprehensive Does Not Have to Mean Complicated
Our philosophy is that a foreign entrepreneur establishing a business should be able to obtain the essential services required for the initial stage of the business as an integrated package and at an appropriate overall cost, rather than paying separate professional fees for every individual requirement without coordination. This is why ERAY LAW offers company formation services as a package-based solution.
Instead of approaching every requirement independently, we assess the entrepreneur's needs and structure the service package accordingly. A founder may require:
Company formation + accounting + tax + legal consultancy + virtual office + bank account assistance
while another entrepreneur may require:
Company formation + legal consultancy + payroll + work permit + residence permit + trademark registration
Another business may require almost the entire package. The service can therefore be structured around the actual needs of the business. This approach helps avoid unnecessary services while bringing together the services that genuinely add value.
Our goal is not to sell individual services separately. Our goal is to provide a practical business establishment solution that covers the entrepreneur's needs as comprehensively as possible and at a cost-efficient overall package price.
Company Formation in Istanbul for International Entrepreneurs 
Istanbul is one of the most internationally connected business centres in Türkiye. For foreign entrepreneurs, Istanbul can provide access to a large domestic market, international transportation networks, suppliers, professional services and a broad commercial ecosystem.
However, entering a new market requires more than identifying a business opportunity. The entrepreneur must understand the local legal framework and establish an appropriate operational structure.
ERAY LAW is based in Istanbul and focuses on providing professional legal and business-related services to entrepreneurs establishing or developing businesses in Türkiye. Our company formation service is particularly suitable for foreign entrepreneurs who want to establish their Turkish business without having to navigate every administrative and professional process independently.
A Company Formation Service Designed Around Foreign Entrepreneurs
We understand that an entrepreneur located outside Türkiye may have practical concerns that a local founder does not necessarily face. For example:
- Which documents need to be prepared in the home country?
- Which documents require apostille or legalization?
- Does a passport need to be translated?
- What company structure should be selected?
- Where should the registered office be located?
- How will accounting be handled?
- How will employees be registered?
- Can the founder open a corporate bank account?
- Does the founder need a work permit?
- Does the founder need a residence permit?
- How can the company's brand be protected?
- Who will provide legal support after incorporation?
These are not isolated questions. They are interconnected parts of the same business establishment process. ERAY LAW brings them together.
Foreign Company Formation in Türkiye: Documentation and Preparation
Proper preparation can significantly improve the efficiency of a company formation process. The exact documentation depends on the shareholder structure and circumstances.
According to the current Investment Office guidance, foreign individual shareholders may need passport documentation, while foreign corporate shareholders may need documents such as a certificate of activity and corporate resolutions. Documents issued outside Türkiye may require notarization, apostille or consular legalization, followed by official Turkish translation and notarization.
This is one reason why foreign entrepreneurs should not begin the process by simply downloading generic company formation documents from the internet. The correct documents depend on the actual structure of the investment. ERAY LAW can assess the structure in advance and identify the documentation that should be prepared before the incorporation process begins.
Limited Company Formation in Istanbul
A limited liability company is one of the corporate forms commonly used by entrepreneurs establishing businesses in Türkiye. According to the Turkish Ministry of Trade, a limited company may be established by at least one and up to fifty real or legal persons, and its minimum capital is currently TRY 50,000. The Ministry states that the capital may be paid in full within 24 months following registration.
A limited company can be suitable for various types of entrepreneurial businesses, but the appropriate structure should always be evaluated against the actual business model.ERAY LAW can assist foreign entrepreneurs in assessing the legal structure before proceeding with incorporation.
Joint-Stock Company Formation in Istanbul
For businesses with particular investment, governance, financing or growth objectives, a joint-stock company may be considered. The structure of a joint-stock company differs from a limited company in several important respects. The appropriate choice should therefore be based on the entrepreneur's long-term objectives rather than simply on the initial registration process.
ERAY LAW can provide legal consultancy regarding the corporate structure, governance model, shareholding arrangements and incorporation requirements relevant to the proposed investment.
Company Formation Is the Beginning — Not the End
Many company formation providers focus almost entirely on obtaining the registration certificate.
At ERAY LAW, we see incorporation differently. The registration of the company is the point at which the real business begins.
After incorporation, the entrepreneur needs to operate.
The company needs accounting. It needs tax compliance. It may need employees. It may need payroll. It may need a bank account. It may need contracts.It may need a protected brand. The founder may need immigration assistance. The business may require continuing legal and commercial consultancy.
That is why our turnkey package is designed to cover the entire business establishment journey, rather than stopping at company registration.
Why ERAY LAW?
Istanbul-Based Professional Service
ERAY LAW is based in Istanbul and provides legal and business consultancy services for entrepreneurs establishing and operating businesses in Türkiye.
Integrated Service Model
Our principal advantage is the integration of company formation with the other professional services a newly established business may require.
Designed for Foreign Entrepreneurs
Our service model is specifically structured to address the practical challenges faced by international entrepreneurs entering the Turkish market.
Legal and Commercial Perspective
Company formation is evaluated not only as an administrative procedure but also as a legal and commercial structuring decision.
Tailored Packages
Not every entrepreneur requires the same combination of services. We structure packages according to the actual needs of the business.
Cost-Efficient Approach
By combining related services into an integrated package, we aim to provide a practical and cost-efficient alternative to purchasing each service independently.
Continuing Support
Our relationship does not have to end when the company receives its registration. ERAY LAW can continue to provide legal and business consultancy as the company develops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a foreigner establish a company in Istanbul?
Yes. Türkiye's investment framework permits international investors to establish company forms provided under the Turkish Commercial Code. The Investment Office states that international investors have the same rights and liabilities as local investors under the applicable foreign direct investment framework.
The exact documentation and procedures depend on the investor's circumstances and company structure.
What services are included in ERAY LAW's turnkey company formation package?
Depending on your requirements, the package can include company incorporation, legal consultancy, tax services, accounting consultancy, payroll, virtual office rental, corporate bank account opening assistance, work permit services, residence permit services, trademark registration and business consultancy. The package can be customized according to your business needs.
Do I need to be in Türkiye to establish a company?
The practical requirements depend on the structure and documentation involved. Some procedures may be handled through an authorized representative under an appropriate power of attorney. The Investment Office's current guidance specifically addresses power-of-attorney procedures in company registration matters. The precise process should therefore be assessed before the company formation begins.
What is the minimum capital for a limited company in Türkiye? 
According to current Ministry of Trade information, the minimum capital for a limited company is TRY 50,000. The Ministry states that the capital may be paid in full within 24 months following registration.
What is the minimum capital for a joint-stock company?
The current minimum capital for a joint-stock company is TRY 250,000. Under current Ministry of Trade information, 25% of the capital must be paid before registration and the remainder within 24 months following registration.
Can ERAY LAW help me find a virtual office in Istanbul?
Yes. Virtual office rental can be included in our integrated company formation package where appropriate for the intended business and registration requirements.
Can ERAY LAW help with a Turkish corporate bank account?
We provide corporate bank account opening assistance as part of our business establishment solutions. Final account-opening decisions remain subject to the relevant bank's own compliance procedures and requirements.
Can you assist with a Turkish work permit?
Yes. Work permit services can be included in the turnkey package. Foreigners who fall within the applicable legislation generally need a work permit or work permit exemption before commencing work in Türkiye.
Can ERAY LAW help with residence permit procedures?
Yes. Residence permit assistance can be incorporated into the package depending on the entrepreneur's circumstances and applicable immigration requirements.
Can I register my company's trademark?
Yes. Trademark registration services are available as part of our integrated business establishment solutions.
Why should I choose a package instead of separate service providers?
A package can reduce the need to coordinate several unrelated providers and can create a more integrated workflow between company formation, legal, accounting, tax, payroll, banking, office, immigration and trademark-related services. The actual cost and scope depend on the services required by your business.
Is the company formation package suitable for every foreign entrepreneur?
T he package is designed to be flexible. Not every entrepreneur needs every service. We assess the business requirements and can structure the package around the services that are relevant to your particular situation.
Start Your Business in Istanbul with ERAY LAW
Establishing a company in a foreign country should not require you to become an expert in company law, tax, accounting, payroll, banking, immigration and trademark procedures at the same time. You should be able to focus on your business.
ERAY LAW provides the professional infrastructure behind your business setup.
From company incorporation to accounting.
From tax services to legal consultancy.
From payroll to virtual office solutions.
From corporate banking assistance to work and residence permit services.
From trademark registration to ongoing business consultancy.
We bring the essential components of your business establishment together in one comprehensive and cost-efficient package.
Our goal is to make establishing a company in Istanbul more organized, more transparent and easier to manage for foreign entrepreneurs.
If you are planning to establish a company in Istanbul, the right time to consider the complete structure of your business is before incorporation — not after problems arise.
Build your Turkish business on a properly planned foundation. Contact ERAY LAW for a tailored turnkey company formation package in Istanbul.
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