AUDIENCE 2 · OPERATIONAL + PRACTICAL
Turkey for Foreign Investors
For those considering Turkey operations: structure decision, tax-efficient setup, banking, capital flow — end-to-end.
Summary
Setting up a company in Turkey as a foreign investor typically takes 7-10 business days end-to-end: potential tax ID (VKN), passport apostille and notarised translation, MERSIS application, capital deposit, Trade Registry filing, tax office opening and bank account. Startup cost is USD 5-10k for an LLC and USD 10-25k for a JSC. Law No. 4875 on Foreign Direct Investments grants equal treatment — no prior permission or minimum investment requirement. Investment notification through E-TUYS within one month is mandatory. The Sistem Global network of 15 country partners supports the structure, while we handle the Turkish operational subsidiary under a licensed CPA signature. In this process, sub-regime selections — family office, RHQ or Technopark — shift the tax burden between 0-100%, and the right structural advice means 12-30% annual savings.
What we do
Structural Choice
JSC vs LLC by investment round, tax efficiency, and exit readiness.
Formation Operation
VKN, MERSIS, capital deposit, Trade Registry — 7-10 business days end-to-end.
Bank Account Opening
KYC + UBO file prepared, right commercial segment selected.
Incentive Architecture
Technopark, R&D centre, RHQ, IFC — which regime suits you.
Frequently asked
- 01What are the 7 critical steps to set up a foreign company in Turkey?
- 02JSC vs LLC for foreign investors — what is the difference?
- 03How does a foreign legal entity register through MERSIS?
- 04How long does capital deposit and bank account opening take?
- 05What is the E-TUYS investment notification form?
- 06What rights does Law No. 4875 grant foreign investors?
- 07What are the 2026 RHQ status criteria (Turkey Century Investment Package)?
- 08Which sectors require additional foreign capital permits?
AUDIENCE 2 · PERSONAL + CONFIDENTIAL
HNWI Advisory
Residency, wealth preservation, tax residency and succession planning for HNWIs considering Turkey or planning to exit.
Summary
For HNWIs, Turkey is becoming a strategic address as of 2026. Income Tax Code Repeat Article 20/D grants a 20-year exemption on foreign-source income. A non-dom-like structure balances the 10% domestic minimum corporate tax base. Family office, holding structuring and succession planning are coordinated across the Sistem Global 15-country network. Loss of UK non-dom status creates an opportunity for Turkey — effective tax 0-15% depending on profile. Tax residency decisions are combined with the double tax treaty network; consistent posture is required across banking, property, holding and corporate layers. Personal, family and corporate tax planning are executed under a single hand, with confidentiality.
What we do
Residency + Tax Residency
Article 20/D non-dom regime + 20-year foreign income exemption — execution.
Wealth Preservation
Holding + succession + treaty network combination.
Family Office Setup
Multi-generational wealth via global topology.
Confidentiality + Compliance
KYC, FATCA, CRS discipline + information-sharing posture.
Frequently asked
- 01How many years of tax benefit does Turkey transition provide from non-dom status?
- 02What does Turkish citizenship mean for tax residency?
- 03What is the 20-year foreign-income exemption under Income Tax Code 20/D?
- 04How is HNWI wealth-preservation structuring built in Turkey?
- 05What is the most tax-efficient succession path?
- 06How is tax residency change managed when relocating from Turkey to Dubai?
- 07How is tax planning for non-TRY assets handled?
AUDIENCE 2 · STRUCTURAL + LONG-TERM
Family Office Advisory
Structural tax planning and global topology coordination for multi-generational family wealth.
Summary
Family office structuring requires generational wealth management. In Turkey, the family office status is evolving as of 2026; existing regimes combine family holding + subsidiary structure + treaty network + succession discipline. In Europe, Estonia's distribution tax model favours passive family offices; Ireland's 12.5% CIT + IDA grant + IP holding is preferred; Malta and Cyprus offer low effective EU tax; Turkey suits operational subsidiaries. Pillar Two 15% minimum tax affects MNEs above €750M — mid-size family offices (€5-50M) are not actually triggered. The Sistem Global 15-country network coordinates topology while the Turkish CPA executes the Turkish subsidiary. Tax planning, succession and liquidity under a single hand.
What we do
Topology Design
15-country coordination — which layer in which country.
Succession Transfer
Tax-efficient structure + family constitution.
Liquidity Management
Exit scenarios + capital flow planning.
Compliance Management
CRS, FATCA, BEPS — international information sharing.
Frequently asked
- 01Under which status is a family office established in Turkey?
- 02Holding structure vs direct inheritance — what is the succession difference?
- 03Family office — Estonia / Ireland / Malta / Turkey comparison
- 04How does Pillar Two affect a family office?
- 05How is the treaty network used in family wealth distribution?
- 06How do SAFE / convertible instruments position in a family office structure?
- 07How is family constitution integrated with tax planning?
AUDIENCE 2 · OPERATIONAL + COMPLIANCE
Regional Headquarters (RHQ) in Turkey
For multinationals setting up a regional headquarters in Turkey: 95-100% corporate tax exemption, 4× minimum-wage personnel exemption, 20-year regime.
Summary
Turkey's RHQ regime was redefined by the Turkey Century Investment Package announced on 24 April 2026: multinationals deriving at least 80% of income from abroad and managed from Turkey benefit from 95-100% corporate tax exemption for up to 20 years. Personnel income tax exemption up to 4× minimum wage — a critical lever for retaining senior teams. Compared to UAE free zones, the tax burden is similar (effective 0-5% in both), but Turkey adds a 87-country treaty network + EU Customs Union + 85M population market. Pillar Two affects MNEs above €750M revenue — the RHQ advantage may be offset by QDMTT in the same entity; structure must consider this interaction. Allow 2-4 months for application; the Sistem Global 15-country network manages RHQ setup end-to-end.
What we do
Application File
Criteria assessment + file preparation + application management.
Tax Structure
20-year exemption regime + personnel exemption + treaty optimisation.
Personnel Setup
4× minimum-wage exemption + global mobility.
Pillar Two Management
QDMTT impact + structure design + compliance documentation.
Frequently asked
- 01What are the criteria for 95-100% corporate tax exemption under Turkey's RHQ regime?
- 02How is the 80% foreign-source income condition measured?
- 03Application of 4× minimum-wage personnel tax exemption
- 04How did the Turkey Century Investment Package expand RHQ?
- 05Turkey RHQ vs UAE vs Singapore comparison
- 06Can RHQ and IFC be combined?
- 07Does Pillar Two 15% minimum tax erode the RHQ benefit?
- 08What documents are required and how long does the application take?
