Turkey Updates Employment Protection Support Program

Turkey has introduced important changes to its Employment Protection Support Program (İstihdamı Koruma Destek Programı), expanding and restructuring the support available to businesses that maintain employment levels. The amendments were published in the Official Gazette (Resmî Gazete) No. 33354 dated 28 August 2026 and entered into force on the date of publication. The changes are…

2026 SGK Incentives in Turkey

Companies employing workers in Turkey may, under certain conditions, benefit from various social security contribution incentives, reductions and support schemes. Administered by the Social Security Institution (Sosyal Güvenlik Kurumu – SGK), these measures are designed to encourage registered employment, support the recruitment of specific categories of workers, promote investment and reduce part of the social…

The First 90 Days After Hiring Your First Employee in Türkiye

Hiring your first employee in Türkiye is a major milestone for any international company. It signals the beginning of local operations, but it also introduces a wide range of legal, payroll, HR, and compliance responsibilities. The first 90 days are particularly important because they establish the foundation for future employment practices and ongoing compliance. Many…

How to Prepare Your Turkish Entity for an External Audit ?

An external audit is an important milestone for many companies operating in Türkiye. Whether the audit is required by shareholders, investors, lenders, corporate policies, or statutory obligations, thorough preparation can significantly improve the efficiency of the process and reduce unnecessary delays. For foreign-owned companies, external audits often involve more than reviewing financial statements. Auditors typically…

Building a Scalable Back Office Before Hiring Sales Teams in Türkiye

Many international companies entering Türkiye focus first on recruiting sales professionals to generate revenue as quickly as possible. While commercial growth is essential, a successful expansion depends just as much on the strength of the company’s back-office operations. Payroll, HR, accounting, compliance, finance, and corporate administration form the operational backbone that allows sales teams to…

Cash Flow Planning for Newly Established Subsidiaries in Türkiye

Establishing subsidiaies in Türkiye is an important milestone for any international business. However, many foreign companies focus heavily on incorporation, recruitment, and market entry while underestimating the importance of cash flow planning during the first year of operations. A newly established Turkish company faces ongoing obligations from its very first month, including payroll, taxes, social…

Outsourced Business Management in Turkey with Azkan Group

Why Outsource Your Business Management in Turkey? Managing business operations in Turkey requires an in-depth understanding of the country’s specific administrative, tax, employment and regulatory environment. Outsourced business management involves entrusting support functions—including administration, compliance, human resources, accounting and commercial administration—to an experienced local partner. This approach enables international companies to develop their operations in…

How to Run a Turkish Subsidiary with a Team Based Abroad

Many international companies establish a subsidiary in Türkiye while keeping most of their leadership, finance, HR, and operational teams based overseas. Thanks to digital collaboration, cloud-based business systems, and experienced local service providers, it is entirely possible to manage a Turkish subsidiary successfully without maintaining a large local administrative team. However, remote management requires careful…

Common Accounting Errors Found During Due Diligence in Turkish Companies

Whether a company is preparing for an acquisition, attracting investors, restructuring its operations, or entering into a strategic partnership, financial due diligence plays a critical role in evaluating the health of the business. In Türkiye, due diligence extends far beyond reviewing financial statements. Buyers and investors carefully examine accounting records, tax compliance, payroll documentation, corporate…

When Should You Stop Using an Employer of Record and Open Your Own Turkish Entity?

Expanding into Türkiye often begins with speed and flexibility. For many international companies, using an Employer of Record (EOR) is the fastest way to hire employees without establishing a local legal entity. An EOR allows businesses to enter the Turkish market, employ talent legally, and remain compliant with local labour laws while avoiding the time…