Practice Area
Türkiye Business Legal Advisory
Corporate and commercial legal support for foreign businesses operating in or trading with Türkiye.
Türkiye business legal advisory supports foreign companies that trade with or establish operations in Türkiye. The focus is practical: choosing the right structure, drafting contracts that work under Turkish law, and managing compliance from entry to day-to-day operations. This page summarises the general framework for information purposes.
What it covers
- Market entry structures: subsidiary, branch and liaison office
- Corporate governance and company formation
- Commercial and distribution agreements
- Employment and regulatory compliance
- Ongoing legal support for Turkish operations
How the process works
- Structure selection: comparing subsidiary, branch and liaison office options.
- Formation and licensing: incorporation and sector-specific permits.
- Contracting: drafting agreements under Turkish law.
- Compliance and operations: ongoing governance and regulatory support.
Key documents and early steps
- Articles of association and trade registry records
- Commercial and distribution agreements
- Employment contracts and workplace policies
- Sector-specific permits and licences
Clarifying the corporate form and the contractual framework at the outset reduces legal friction as the business grows.
Common mistakes and risks
- Choosing a structure without considering tax and liability
- Using standard contracts not adapted to Turkish law
- Overlooking sector-specific licensing requirements
- Neglecting ongoing corporate compliance
Each matter must be assessed on its own facts; this content is general information and not legal advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What should a foreign business consider before entering Türkiye?
- The appropriate corporate form, sector-specific licensing, tax and customs implications, and the governing law of its commercial contracts.
- Can a foreign company do business in Türkiye?
- Yes, generally through a subsidiary, branch or liaison office, subject to the applicable company and foreign investment rules.
- What legal documents matter most for market entry?
- Articles of association, commercial and distribution agreements, employment arrangements and sector-specific permits.
This page is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified lawyer about your specific situation.