Marketplace & Payment Gateway Integration
Seamless setup with Amazon Turkey, Trendyol, Shopify, and local merchant payment processors (Iyzico, PayTR).
RECOMMENDED ENTITY
Limited Liability Company (LLC) or Sole Proprietorship
Sole proprietorship suits small solo projects, while LLC provides liability protection, higher payment gateway approval rates, and seamless partner additions.
OFFICE REQUIREMENTS
Virtual or Commercial Office
A legal Virtual Office address in Istanbul is fully sufficient unless you operate a dedicated physical warehouse.
REQUIRED LICENSES
- ETBİS Official E-Commerce Registry Filing
- E-Invoice / E-Archive (E-Fatura) Tax System Setup
- Corporate Merchant Bank Account for Payment Gateways
- Official Tax Certificate (Vergi Levhası)
SECTOR HIGHLIGHTS
Key Operational Strengths
Micro-Export (ETGB) Tax Relief
Simplified customs procedures for shipping goods abroad with zero export VAT.
Dedicated E-Commerce Bookkeeping
Precise accounting for marketplace commission invoices, logistics costs, and returns to optimize tax deductions.
TAX INCENTIVES & EXEMPTIONS
Sector Tax Advantages in Turkey
✓ Cross-Border E-Export Incentives
Significant corporate tax rate reductions and export incentives for goods sold internationally.
FORMATION JOURNEY
Ready in 4 Seamless Steps
STEP 01
Activity Code & Virtual Office
Selecting the optimal NACE code and establishing your legal business address in Istanbul.
STEP 02
Commercial Registry & Tax Registration
Filing articles of association, notarizing signatory circulars, and obtaining your tax certificate.
STEP 03
E-Invoice & ETBİS Activation
Integrating mandatory e-invoicing and registering your store with the Ministry of Trade.
STEP 04
Bank Account & Store Launch
Opening corporate bank accounts and connecting payment gateway merchant services.
BARUT GROUP / CORPORATE INTELLIGENCE
Which Corporate Entity Fits Your Business?
Compare legal liability, partnership flexibility, and tax structures to choose the ideal business vehicle in Turkey.
Select Your Profile:
Sole Proprietorship
Sole Proprietorship
Fast single-person registered enterprise.
Legal & Financial Liability
Unlimited (Personal assets are fully liable)
Foreign Partner Capacity
Strictly 1 person (Cannot add partners)
Work Permit Feasibility
Restricted and higher scrutiny
Tax Structure
Progressive Income Tax (15% to 40%)
Best Suited For
Freelancers, independent consultants, and early-stage solo e-commerce sellers.
MOST POPULAR FOR FOREIGN INVESTORS
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Limited Liability (LLC)
The most secure and flexible standard for business and trading.
Legal & Financial Liability
Limited (Protected strictly to company registered capital)
Foreign Partner Capacity
1 to 50 partners (Allows 100% foreign ownership)
Work Permit Feasibility
Optimal (Standard vehicle for investor work permits)
Tax Structure
Flat Corporate Income Tax (25%)
Best Suited For
E-commerce, import/export, tech startups, logistics, consulting, and growth companies.
Joint Stock Company (JSC)
Joint Stock (A.Ş.)
Large-scale capital projects and frictionless share transfers.
Legal & Financial Liability
Limited (Strictly restricted to subscribed shares)
Foreign Partner Capacity
1 person to unlimited shareholders
Work Permit Feasibility
Available for board members and directors
Tax Structure
Flat Corporate Income Tax (25%)
Best Suited For
Industrial manufacturing, investment funds, holding structures, and IPO goals.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can an e-commerce company use a virtual office address in Istanbul?
Yes, Turkish commercial law permits e-commerce and digital businesses to use registered virtual office addresses, significantly lowering overhead costs.
Which company type is recommended for selling on Amazon and Trendyol?
A Limited Liability Company (LLC / Limited Şirket) is strongly recommended for brand credibility, payment gateway approvals, and liability isolation.
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