Turkey's recent VAT General Implementation Communiqué update (Serial No. 52) raises VAT refund thresholds from 10,000 TL to 50,000 TL, reduces documentation requirements for refunds under this amount, and adjusts VAT exemptions for transport vehicles and mining activities. Read more

Turkey's Treasury and Finance Ministry plans to leverage AI technology to combat tax evasion, enhance audit efficiency, and detect fraud, particularly in high-risk sectors like construction. By employing predictive and advanced analytics and tools for tax and customs analysis, Turkey aims to improve its tax collection rates and close the compliance gap with other OECD countries. AI will automate a... Read more

Turkey has amended its Tax Procedure Law (Tebliğ No. 459), limiting cash transactions to 7,000 TL (approximately €250) and requiring amounts above this to be processed through financial intermediaries like banks. Read more

Due to the struggling economy and rampant inflation, the Turkish government is rolling out significant tax changes to curb the surge in online shopping from international stores. Import duties are set to rise sharply, and the exemption threshold will be lowered. Additionally, certain product categories will face an extra tax. E-commerce in Turkey has been booming, with online spending more than do... Read more

Opening an online store in Turkey involves several key steps, starting with registering your business with the Trade Register. This process is straightforward and can be handled by a lawyer or accountant in Turkey. Steps to Set Up an Online Store Register Your Business: The first step is to register your business with the Trade Register. This legal requirement ensures your business is recognize... Read more

Starting July 1, 2024, Turkey's Revenue Administration (TRA) will implement new mandatory fields for e-Arşiv invoices. Let's find out more about this. Read more