The Limited Liability Company Formation Process
The key steps in forming a limited liability company, from MERSİS pre-registration to final registration.
Stages of the Process
MERSİS Pre-registration
Incorporation details and the draft articles of association are prepared through the MERSİS system.
Depositing Capital at the Bank
A document is obtained confirming that the statutory portion of the capital has been deposited.
Trade Registry Application
An application is submitted to the trade registry directorate with the required documents.
Registration & Publication
The company is registered with the trade registry and published in the Turkish Trade Registry Gazette; legal personality is acquired at this point.
Tax Office Registration & Book Approval
The company is registered with the tax office; statutory books are approved and operations may begin.
The time periods noted are statutory maximums; the overall duration of a process can vary depending on court workload, and these periods are not a guarantee.
Required Documents
- Founders' identification details
- Articles of association
- Proof of capital payment
- Business address document
Common Mistakes
- Leaving withdrawal/expulsion provisions undefined in the articles
- Defining the business purpose too narrowly or vaguely
- Neglecting approval of the statutory books