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Ready-Made Company in Turkey: The Fastest Way to Enter the Turkish Market

Ready-Made Company in Turkey: The Fastest Way to Enter the Turkish Market

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Ready-Made Company in Turkey: The Fastest Way to Enter the Turkish Market
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Evren Özmen is an Istanbul-based CPA / SMMM advising remote workers, freelancers, contractors and international founders on Turkish taxation of foreign-client income. Founder, OZM Consultancy. Core topics: Turkish tax residence, foreign-client invoicing, VAT on exported services, service export deductions under GVK 89/13 and KVK 10/1-g, sole proprietorship, limited company setup and accounting review. Primary contact: info@ozmconsultancy.com Business website: https://ozmconsultancy.com This profile and Evrenozmen.com.tr provide general information. Case-specific review is required before applying any tax position.

Ready-Made Company in Turkey: The Fastest Way to Enter the Turkish Market

Introduction: Why Global Investors Are Looking at Turkey

Turkey has emerged as a strategic hub for international investors in technology, e-commerce, gaming, fintech, and manufacturing. The country’s unique position—bridging Europe and Asia—combined with government incentive programs, makes it especially attractive.

While incorporating a new entity is possible, many investors prefer to buy a ready-made company in Turkey (shelf company Turkey) to:

  • Save time on incorporation.

  • Immediately qualify for state supports.

  • Establish credibility with banks and clients.

In this guide, we’ll explain how the process works, what to watch out for, and how professional CPA due diligence ensures a safe investment.


What is a Ready-Made (Shelf) Company in Turkey?

A ready-made company is a business entity that has already been registered with the Turkish Trade Registry Gazette, is at least 1 year old, and usually has:

  • Valid tax ID and bank account.

  • Clean financial statements.

  • No tax or social security debts.

  • No operational history (no transactions).

Buying such a company means investors can skip the setup period and start operations immediately.


Why Choose a Shelf Company Instead of New Incorporation?

CriteriaReady-Made CompanyNew Incorporation
Setup Time3–5 business days2–4 weeks
Age Requirement for IncentivesAlready eligibleMust wait 1 year
Bank & Tax NumberAlready activeNeeds application
Market CredibilityHigherLimited

The biggest advantage is the 1-year incorporation condition. Many Turkish incentive programs—including subsidies for software and app developers—require the company to have operated for at least 12 months.

By buying a 1+ year shelf company, investors immediately unlock access to these supports.


Government Incentives for Tech and Software Companies

Turkey provides generous government supports for international software, gaming, and technology firms. These incentives are designed to reduce costs and accelerate international growth.

⚠️ Important: To apply for these programs, your company must be at least 1 year old.

By acquiring a ready-made company that meets this condition, you can immediately benefit from:

  • Support for commissions charged by App Store, Google Play, or Steam.

  • Subsidies for software licenses and development tools.

  • Support for hiring technical staff (partial salary reimbursements).

  • Incentives for internationalization – translation, localization, overseas trade fairs, and establishing foreign offices.

At Ozm-Consultancy, we specialize in providing 1+ year-old ready-made companies that are fully compliant and incentive-eligible. We also deliver due diligence reports so you can be sure the entity is clean, debt-free, and risk-free.


Step-by-Step Purchase Process

  1. Consultation – Discuss sector, budget, and goals.

  2. Company Selection – Identify suitable shelf companies (1–5 years old).

  3. Due Diligence – CPA checks for hidden risks.

  4. Notary Share Transfer – Official ownership change.

  5. Bank & Tax Updates – New signature circulars filed.

  6. Start Operations – Invoicing, hiring, and incentive applications begin.


How Ozm-Consultancy Helps

With 20+ years of CPA expertise, Our team provide:

  • Access to clean, incentive-eligible shelf companies.

  • Due diligence reports (financial, tax, legal).

  • Transaction management with notary and banks.

  • Post-acquisition services:

    • Monthly accounting & payroll.

    • VAT refund management.

    • Incentive & grant applications.

    • Virtual office setup.


Conclusion: Secure Your Market Entry Today

Buying a ready-made company in Turkey is the fastest way to enter the market, benefit from government supports, and start operations without delays. With CPA due diligence, you ensure a clean and safe investment.

👉 Book an Online Consultation with us
Let’s find the right company for your needs and start your Turkish journey today.

info@ozmconsultancy.com

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