How to start a company in Turkey? What are the legal steps, costs, and obligations?
Explore our FAQs to get full clarity before and after registration.
Workon guides you through every step — from choosing the right company type to preparing documents, getting your tax ID, and completing official registration, whether remotely or in person.
Generally, you’ll need a scanned passport and a power of attorney if registering remotely. Workon helps you prepare, translate, and submit all required paperwork.
Common types include Sole Proprietorship, Limited Liability Company (Ltd. Şti), and Joint-Stock Company (A.Ş). We help you understand which fits best for your business goals.
Yes. With remote company setup, you can register from abroad via a power of attorney. Workon provides full support, including address, documentation, and legal coordination.
On average, 4–5 business days. This includes obtaining your tax number, preparing articles of association, registering with the Chamber of Commerce, and initiating bank account setup.
No. 100% foreign ownership is allowed. You can be the sole shareholder and director of your company under Turkish commercial law.