Tax Law Services

As Viridis Legal Partners, we are here to provide our clients, whether they are foreigners operating in Turkey or a Turkish company conducting international, with efficient legal support on Turkish tax law regulated under many circulars, notifications and laws such as Income Tax Law No. 193, Corporate Tax Law No. 5520, Tax Procedure Law No. 213, Value Added Tax Law No. 3065, Public Receivables Collection Procedure Law No. 6183, Property Tax Law No. 1319, Digital Service Tax Law No. 7194 .

As your tax attorneys in İstanbul, we are committed to providing comprehensive and strategic tax law services tailored to your business’s unique needs in Turkey or abroad.

What Is Tax Law In Turkey?

In order to define tax law, firstly, the question of what is tax must be answered. Tax can be defined as the money obtained by the states either directly or indirectly by adding it to the prices of goods and services in order to be spent on public services. Accordingly, tax law can be defined as the branch of law that regulates the tax relationship between states and taxpayers.

What Is A Tax Lawyer In Turkey?

A tax lawyer can be defined as a lawyer who plays a role with his/her expertise in resolving tax law disputes arising between the public and individuals or institutions. In Turkey, a tax lawyer provides support to his/her clients in resolving problems such as tax penalties or additional taxes arising due to differences in interpretation or application between the tax administration and taxpayers. As your tax lawyers in Istanbul, we offer you support in resolving your tax disputes such as cancellation of all kinds of tax penalty notices, cancellation of payment orders, cancellation of levy proceedings. As your English-speaking Turkish tax lawyers, we are at your side with our tax law expertise in all processes such as the preparation of your settlement commission applications, providing consultancy and opinion on settlement or litigation decision-making processes, providing legal opinions on your tax technique or tax inspection reports, and compliance processes with Turkish tax legislation.

What Can A Tax Lawyer In Turkey Do For You?

Tax Planning and Consultancy:

Our comprehensive Tax Planning and Advisory law services are designed to proactively optimize your financial tax strategies whether conducting business as a foreigner in Turkey or as a Turkish business abroad. Our team of tax lawyers in Turkey is committed to providing insightful advice aimed at minimizing tax liabilities and maximizing benefits for our clients. With a strategic approach, we help you with tax regulations, ensuring that your financial decisions align with current tax laws.

Corporate Taxation:

Corporate Taxation, along with our effective legal services on tax law, is an aspect of what we prioritize to ensure compliance with complex corporate tax laws and regulations. Our strategic guidance goes beyond mere compliance, offering valuable insights into structuring and reorganizing your business for optimal tax efficiency. Recognizing the importance of organising various types of taxes such as income tax in Turkey, corporation tax in Turkey, and taxes for sole proprietorships, we tailor our expertise to address the unique needs of each entity.

International Taxation:

As a Turkish corporation or a foreign, international business journey with our specialised international taxation services in Turkey, offering consultancy and convenient legal support tailored for Turkish businesses venturing abroad or foreign businesses in Turkey. We understand the hardship of global tax laws and provide comprehensive assistance to ensure your operations comply with international regulations. From facilitating cross-border transactions to offering expertise in transfer pricing, our team of English-speaking Turkish tax lawyers is here to assist you with international tax compliance.

Value Added Tax Services:

For financial efficiency in Value Added Tax (VAT) in Turkey (KDV), we are providing essential guidance on VAT (KDV) compliance and reporting. Tailored for businesses operating in Turkey, our team of tax attorneys in Turkey offers expert assistance in  Katma Değer Vergisi (KDV) issues. From ensuring accurate and timely compliance with VAT regulations to offering strategic insights into reporting requirements, our tax law services in Turkey are designed to facilitate your VAT-related processes.

Tax Dispute Resolution:

We are handling tax disputes with confidence through our Tax Dispute Resolution services in Turkey. Our team of Turkish tax lawyers and tax professionals in Turkey offers efficient representation during tax audits and disputes arising from tax penalties and other tax law issues, ensuring a thorough and strategic approach to safeguard your interests. With a commitment to achieving favorable outcomes, we provide comprehensive negotiation and litigation services. Whether facing challenges with tax authorities or seeking resolution through legal channels, our team is dedicated to advocating for your best interests.

Tax Incentives and Credits:

We offer to elevate your business’s financial standing with our effective consultancy on Tax Incentives and Credit in Turkey, designed to identify and secure available tax incentives. As your English speaking tax attorneys in Istanbul, we are here to assist you in tax regulations in Turkey, ensuring that your business leverages every available opportunity for financial advantage. We specialise in identifying tax incentives that align with your business activities, optimizing your eligibility, and securing the maximum benefits available. By meticulously maximizing credits and incentives, we aim to enhance your business’s financial position, providing strategic guidance that contributes to long-term fiscal success.

What are the Types of Taxes in Turkey?

Although the tax legislation in Turkey has commonalities with its counterparts in other countries, it is complex and requires specialisation like the tax legislation of every country. Tax types in Turkey are basically categorised into three groups: direct taxes, i.e. taxes on income; indirect taxes, i.e. taxes on expenditures and consumptions; and wealth taxes, i.e. taxes on possessions.

What Are The Indirect Taxes In Turkey?

Indirect taxes can be defined as taxes arising from the sale of a good or service. In Turkey, value added tax (VAT) and special consumption tax (SCT) are the first ones that come to mind when indirect taxes are mentioned. In addition, duties, special communication tax, stamp duty, customs duty and bank and insurance transaction tax are also indirect taxes in Turkey.

What Are The Income Taxes In Turkey?

There are two types of income taxes in Turkey: income tax if the taxpayer is a natural person and corporate tax if the taxpayer is a business. In Turkey, income tax is applied differently for income from employment and non-employment income and follows a gradual increase rate. Corporate tax in Turkey has a fixed rate and as of 2024, the rate is 25%.

What Are The Taxes On Wealth In Turkey?

Taxes that can be counted in the group of wealth taxes applied in Turkey are property tax, motor vehicles tax and inheritance transfer tax levied on the transfer of wealth.