Commercial Registry and MERSIS Procedures

Frequently Asked Questions About Trade Registry and MERSİS Procedures

1. What is a trade registry record and why is it necessary when establishing a company?
2. What is the MERSİS system and how is it used for company registration in Turkey?
3. How does the trade registry process work for foreign investors?
4. What documents are required for trade registry registration?
5. How can the MERSİS application be made online?
6. How is the company’s articles of association prepared and approved through MERSİS?
7. What steps follow after completing the trade registry registration?
8. How are company address changes and share transfers updated in MERSİS?
9. At what stage is publishing in the trade registry gazette mandatory?
10. Is lawyer support necessary for trade registry procedures in İzmir and Karşıyaka?
11. How can transactions done via MERSİS be tracked?
12. Are notarization and apostille mandatory for trade registry procedures of foreign companies?
13. What should be done if there are errors or omissions in MERSİS or trade registry procedures?
14. How can an online appointment be made with the trade registry office?
15. How does K&L Legal Consultancy assist with trade registry and MERSİS procedures?

Trade Registry and MERSİS Procedures

What are the trade registry and MERSİS procedures for foreign companies in Turkey and how are they conducted?

Trade registry registration is a legal requirement for every company operating in Turkey and grants the company legal entity status. Trade registry procedures cover all important company actions such as establishment, name and address changes, share transfers, and changes in the board or management. The trade registry offices in İzmir and Karşıyaka maintain official records of all company registrations and updates.

MERSİS (Central Registration System) is the national system that enables all trade registry transactions to be conducted electronically in Turkey. Foreign investors and local entrepreneurs can submit company registration applications online via MERSİS, prepare and digitally approve the articles of association. With MERSİS, trade registry applications, company data, and changes can be tracked quickly and transparently.

Documents to be prepared include the articles of association, partnership structure, management authorities, notarized passports or IDs, proof of address, tax identification numbers, and bank receipts. All applications must be recorded through MERSİS and submitted to the trade registry office.

For foreign companies, notarized and apostilled translations of all documents are mandatory. Also, updates to MERSİS and trade registry records are required for changes and share transfers.

K&L Legal Consultancy provides professional consultancy in İzmir and Karşıyaka for trade registry and MERSİS procedures—covering everything from application and document preparation to registration, gazette publication, digital tracking, and official approval. Legal support accelerates the process and minimizes the risk of errors and omissions.