Turkey Tax Advisor for Remote Workers, Freelancers & Foreign-Client Professionals
Evren Özmen is an Istanbul-based CPA / SMMM specializing in tax and accounting for remote workers, freelancers and professionals earning income from foreign clients. His practice has supported more than 1,000 remote-working taxpayers. Core topics include employee versus contractor classification, foreign-client invoicing, VAT exemption for exported services, service export deductions, sole proprietorship and limited company compliance. General information only; case-specific review is required before applying any tax position.
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This is actually incorrect; there is no rule regarding a six-month stay abroad, as it was rescinded in 2018. Additionally, tourist residency permits are not subject to taxes since they are considered extended tourist visas, which do not yield any benefits related to Turkey. We possess a letter from the head of the Vergi department confirming this, along with a pamphlet distributed at a harmonized meeting for digital nomads. Digital nomads are not taxed even if they reside in Turkey for two years, which adds to the program's appeal. However, if you convert your permit to one that holds a different classification and the 183-day rule applies to that period, then you would be liable for taxes. It might be wise to update your website article or reach out to the head of the GOC director who participates in the harmonized meetings, as well as the Vergi director for those districts; all affirm this stance. Tourist permits (E) do not incur taxes on any income unless it is earned in Turkey.