Corporate Tax Guide in Turkey: Understanding Recurring Obligations

A simplified guide explaining Value Added Tax (VAT), Corporate Tax, and Withholding Tax (Stopaj) to avoid tax penalties.

Companies operating in Turkey face regular tax filings that require chartered accountant management. The primary tax is VAT (KDV), filed monthly, ranging from 1% to 20% depending on the goods or services.

Another key obligation is Withholding Tax (Stopaj), applied to office rent, employee salaries, and professional services, usually filed quarterly or monthly.

Corporate Tax (Kurumlar Vergisi) is calculated on the net annual profits of the business. Submitting these declarations within the legal deadlines protects your business standing.

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