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Taxes in Turkey
for Expats
Everything you need to understand Turkish taxation as a foreigner — from the 183-day residency rule and progressive income tax brackets to double taxation treaties with 90+ countries.
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Turkish Taxation: What Every Expat Needs to Know
Turkey's tax system is progressive and broadly similar to Western European models. Before diving into the details, three fundamentals shape almost every expat's situation.
Turkey uses a progressive five-bracket system. Most expats with moderate incomes fall in the 15–27% range.
Spending 183 or more days in Turkey during a calendar year makes you a tax resident, liable for worldwide income.
Turkey's treaty network covers the UK, US, Germany, France, Netherlands, Australia and most major economies.
Complete Tax Guide for Expats in Turkey
Each guide below covers a distinct part of the Turkish tax system in full detail. Start with the overview, then go deeper on the topics that apply to your situation.
Taxes for Expats
Overview of the Turkish tax system — what you owe as a foreign resident and what you can ignore.
Tax Residency Rules
The 183-day rule explained, what else triggers residency, and how to document your status.
Double Taxation Treaties
How Turkey's 90+ tax treaties protect you from paying twice — and which countries are covered.
Paying Tax as a Foreigner
Filing deadlines, who must submit a declaration, and how to actually pay your Turkish tax bill.
Capital Gains Tax
Rules for property, shares, and other asset disposals — including the 5-year property exemption.
2024 Income Tax Brackets at a Glance
Turkey applies a five-step progressive rate to annual taxable income. The brackets below apply for the 2024 tax year (declared in March 2025).
| Annual Taxable Income (TRY) | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to ₺110,000 | 15% |
| ₺110,001 – ₺230,000 | 20% |
| ₺230,001 – ₺870,000 | 27% |
| ₺870,001 – ₺3,000,000 | 35% |
| Over ₺3,000,000 | 40% |
Bracket thresholds are revalued annually by the Revenue Administration (GIB) to account for inflation. The lira amounts above are updated each year and may differ from the current fiscal year.
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Key Tax Concepts for Foreign Residents
Four areas come up in almost every expat's Turkish tax conversation. Here's a plain-language summary of each.
Tax Residency
You become a Turkish tax resident by spending 183+ days in Turkey in a calendar year, or by establishing your primary domicile (home, family, registered address) here. Residents are taxed on worldwide income.
Foreign Income Rules
Turkish tax residents must declare all worldwide income — including foreign salaries, rental income, dividends, and pensions. A foreign tax credit is usually available to avoid double taxation.
VAT (KDV)
Value-added tax (Katma Değer Vergisi) applies at 20% on most goods and services. Reduced rates of 10% apply to food and 1% to basic staples. Registered businesses collect and remit KDV quarterly.
Wealth Tax Note
Turkey does not currently levy a general annual wealth tax on individuals. High-net-worth residents are primarily exposed through income tax, property tax (0.1–0.3% of assessed value), and capital gains on disposal.
When to Get Professional Tax Advice
If you have foreign rental income, a pension from abroad, investment income, or are self-employed, a Turkish mali müşavir (CPA) is worth every lira. Fees typically run ₺3,000–₺15,000 per year for standard expat returns.
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All Tax Guides for Expats in Turkey
Taxes for Expats in Turkey
Complete guide to the Turkish tax system for foreign residents.
Double Taxation Treaties
How Turkey's treaty network prevents you from paying tax twice.
Tax Residency Rules
The 183-day rule and everything else that triggers Turkish residency.
Paying Tax as a Foreigner
Filing deadlines, who pays, and how to submit your Turkish return.
Capital Gains Tax
Property, shares, and asset disposals — what triggers CGT and what doesn't.
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Turkey's 20-Year Foreign Income Tax Exemption
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