{"id":40368,"date":"2026-05-15T10:38:19","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T10:38:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zenlawpartners.com\/what-should-you-consider-when-starting-a-business-2\/"},"modified":"2026-05-25T02:08:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T02:08:45","slug":"what-should-you-consider-when-starting-a-business-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zenlawpartners.com\/en\/what-should-you-consider-when-starting-a-business-2\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should You Consider When Starting a Business?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"40368\" class=\"elementor elementor-40368 elementor-40076\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e6e7cb3 e-flex e-con-boxed cmsmasters-block-default e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1e6e7cb3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd18ebe cmsmasters-block-default cmsmasters-sticky-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fd18ebe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1d1l2w2\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\">What Should You Consider When Starting a Business?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"256\">What Should You Consider When Starting a Business? Starting a business in a productive city like Kahramanmara\u015f, with its strong entrepreneurial spirit, is a major goal for many people. However, building this endeavor on a solid legal foundation is essential for sustainability and success. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"431\">Unfortunately, many entrepreneurs in our country tend to overlook legal procedures, which over time leads to significant loss of rights, financial losses, and legal penalties.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"533\">In this article, I will discuss in detail the key legal steps to consider when starting a business.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"538\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1mogq08\" data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"580\">1. Make Sure to Start With a Business Plan<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"652\">The very first step in starting a business is conducting a thorough feasibility study.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"800\">Taking steps without first conducting a sector analysis, identifying your target audience, assessing the competition, determining your capital needs, and establishing a growth strategy could put you in a difficult position in the long run.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"913\">Seeking legal advice at this stage will help you anticipate any contractual risks you may face in the future.<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1000\">\n<p data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1000\">\u201cIdentifying the needs of a society and working toward them will lead to success.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1077\">For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, freight transport became incredibly important.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1082\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1igquee\" data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1120\">2. Choose the Right Business Structure<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1198\">According to the Turkish Commercial Code, there are five different types of companies in Turkey.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1207\">These are:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1373\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1xkg79t\" data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1225\">Corporation,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"baxd7z\" data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1244\">Limited Liability Company,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"jez4hy\" data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1264\">General Partnership,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1hoj9n4\" data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1355\">Limited Partnership<br data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1286\"\/>(General Partnership \/ Limited Partnership with Capital Divided into Shares),<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10keqkf\" data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1373\">It is a cooperative.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1480\">The most common types of companies in Turkey are sole proprietorships, limited liability companies, and corporations.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1498\">Every type of company;<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1588\">\n<li data-section-id=\"9s4hpz\" data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1520\">Tax liability,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"xgfw9u\" data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1542\">Accountability structure,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1nmq9xi\" data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1563\">Capital requirements,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1yfn9\" data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1588\">Relationships among partners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1625\">leads to different outcomes in this regard.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1630\">\n<h3 data-section-id=\"jp3bxa\" data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1652\">Sole Proprietorships<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1712\">The formation and dissolution processes for sole proprietorships are quick.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1778\">Accounting expenses are lower compared to other types of companies.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1836\">Taxation is progressive with respect to income tax.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1878\">It varies depending on annual income.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1975\">However, in terms of business liability, it imposes direct and absolute liability on the business owner.<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2077\">\n<p data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2077\">\u201cWe recommend that you consult with financial advisors who specialize in this area, particularly regarding the financial aspects.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<hr data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2082\">\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1nq5w7h\" data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2102\">Limited Liability Company<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2161\">The limited liability company is the most commonly chosen type of business entity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2208\">It can be established by a single individual or as a partnership.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2362\">Under the amendment made to Article 580 of Law No. 6102, the minimum capital requirement for limited liability companies has been increased from 10,000 TL to 50,000 TL.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2470\">Assets that can be valued in cash may also be contributed as corporate capital.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2551\">In this context, at least one-fourth of the initial capital must be paid in prior to registration.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2613\">The liability of the partners is limited to the capital they have contributed.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2618\">\n<h3 data-section-id=\"jto31v\" data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2637\">Corporation<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"2753\">Corporations are particularly preferred for larger-scale businesses and companies that may go public.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2843\">It can be established with a single partner, and there is no upper limit on the number of partners.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"2938\">The minimum capital requirement for joint-stock companies that have not yet gone public has been raised to 500,000 TL.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"2989\">The partners&#8217; shares are transferable.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3090\">As in limited liability companies, the partners&#8217; liability is limited to the capital they have committed.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3140\">These transactions are subject to corporate income tax.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3290\">This is a type of company that entrepreneurs seeking to work with national or international investors on high-budget projects may choose.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3292\" data-end=\"3295\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"45aszb\" data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3344\">3. Commercial Lease Agreement and Location Selection<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3346\" data-end=\"3427\">If you are renting a commercial space, you must draw up a detailed written lease agreement.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3429\" data-end=\"3479\">In this context, the main points to consider are:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3646\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1lqked3\" data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3495\">The lease term,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ai8lof\" data-start=\"3497\" data-end=\"3516\">The rent increase rate,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kmabsb\" data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3537\">The deposit amount,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1gvr8o3\" data-start=\"3539\" data-end=\"3583\">The intended use of the premises and its licensing status,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1r7ngzn\" data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3604\">Renovation permits,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"5tsana\" data-start=\"3606\" data-end=\"3628\">Cost-sharing arrangements,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"en0w8f\" data-start=\"3630\" data-end=\"3646\">Termination conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3648\" data-end=\"3658\">creates.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3660\" data-end=\"3747\">In addition, the leased property must be eligible to obtain a business license from the municipality.<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"3749\" data-end=\"3865\">\n<p data-start=\"3751\" data-end=\"3865\">\u201cConducting commercial activities in a location where a license has not been obtained may result in both a fine and a closure order.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<hr data-start=\"3867\" data-end=\"3870\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1a17n6c\" data-start=\"3872\" data-end=\"3912\">4. Licenses, Permits, and Operating Documents<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3914\" data-end=\"3972\">Including, first and foremost, the municipal business establishment and operating license;<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3974\" data-end=\"4240\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1xn5da\" data-start=\"3974\" data-end=\"4021\">Approval from the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture for food establishments,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1csj9ij\" data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4099\">A license from the Ministry of Health for businesses operating in the healthcare sector,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1y636rj\" data-start=\"4101\" data-end=\"4178\">Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) reports for businesses that impact the environment,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"105300v\" data-start=\"4180\" data-end=\"4240\">Exclusive permits related to the area in which the business operates,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4242\" data-end=\"4295\">In addition to the above, additional permits and documents may be required.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4297\" data-end=\"4409\">Failure to obtain these documents will result in both the suspension of operations and substantial administrative fines.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4411\" data-end=\"4414\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"nebl37\" data-start=\"4416\" data-end=\"4451\">Company Formation via MERSIS<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4453\" data-end=\"4594\">Users can start the company formation process by creating a free account on the MERS\u0130S website at <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/mersis.gtb.gov.tr\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"4492\" data-end=\"4518\">https:\/\/mersis.gtb.gov.tr\/.<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4596\" data-end=\"4761\">When drafting a company contract in MERSIS, Turkish citizens can be added as partners or authorized representatives using their ID numbers, while foreign nationals can be added using their passport numbers.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4763\" data-end=\"4934\">However, to complete this process, foreigners must first obtain a tax ID number from the tax office and then apply to the Commercial Registry Office to register themselves in MERSIS.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4936\" data-end=\"5106\">The signatures of the persons authorized to represent the company must be certified by the competent authority, and their signature declarations must be prepared.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5108\" data-end=\"5183\">In Turkey, this procedure can be carried out at any commercial registry office.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5185\" data-end=\"5188\">\n<h2 data-section-id=\"xniu6d\" data-start=\"5190\" data-end=\"5198\">Result<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5200\" data-end=\"5308\">The success of a business depends not only on a good idea but also on a solid legal foundation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5310\" data-end=\"5373\">Entrepreneurs taking the right legal steps during the startup phase;<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5375\" data-end=\"5488\">\n<li data-section-id=\"865anb\" data-start=\"5375\" data-end=\"5420\">To prevent any disputes that may arise in the future,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1hdh37e\" data-start=\"5422\" data-end=\"5454\">To prevent financial losses,<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pcneq\" data-start=\"5456\" data-end=\"5488\">To ensure sustainable growth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5490\" data-end=\"5525\">is of great importance in this regard.<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"5527\" data-end=\"5599\">\n<p data-start=\"5529\" data-end=\"5599\">\u201cProper planning and legal safeguards are the strongest foundation for entrepreneurship.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<hr data-start=\"5601\" data-end=\"5604\">\n<p data-start=\"5606\" data-end=\"5625\"><strong data-start=\"5606\" data-end=\"5623\">Best regards,<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5627\" data-end=\"5654\"><strong data-start=\"5627\" data-end=\"5654\">Attorney \u0130dil Zeynep Ya\u011fl\u0131ca <\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Should You Consider When Starting a Business? What Should You Consider When Starting a Business? Starting a business in a productive city like Kahramanmara\u015f, with its strong entrepreneurial spirit, is a major goal for many people. However, building this endeavor on a solid legal foundation is essential for sustainability and success. 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