# ISBI A.Ş — Tam İçerik Özeti Kaynak: https://isbi.com.tr Son güncelleme: 2026-10-15 > Not: Her öğe özettir; tam içerik için öğenin `.md` bağlantısını izleyin. ## Corporate URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/corporate Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (ISBI) | An Advanced Technology and Software Focused Free Zone Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (ISBI) , formerly known as the Istanbul Ataturk Airport Free Zone , operates in Yesilkoy on the European side of Istanbul, in a strategic location close to Istanbul Airport and the city centre. Established on a total open area of 102,696 m2 , the zone was granted Istanbul Specialized Free Zone status by the Presidential Decree dated 20 February 2020 , with the aim of developing advanced technology, software, information technology and foreign-currency-earning service activities. Today ISBI operates as a major hub among Turkiye's free zones focused on high value-added production, technology development and exports. Who Operates ISBI? The founder and operator of the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone is ISBI A.S. (Istanbul Ataturk Airport Free Zone Founder and Operator Inc.) . Since 1996, all infrastructure and superstructure investments in the zone have been carried out by ISBI A.S., creating a modern working and production environment that meets the changing needs of its users. Advantages of the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone ISBI is not merely a free zone; it offers an innovation ecosystem focused on technology, entrepreneurship and exports. Technology and Innovation Ecosystem A clustering model that brings advanced technology companies together in the same zone Infrastructure suited to software, IT and digital technology investments An investment environm… --- ## Our Products URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/our-products Office Spaces Istanbul Specialized Free Zone Office Solutions The Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (ISBI) offers modern and flexible office solutions for businesses operating at every scale, from technology companies to manufacturers, and from SMEs to international organisations and entrepreneurs. With office options starting from a minimum of 17 m2 and extending up to several thousand square metres, businesses can easily choose the working space best suited to their needs. The offices are designed as modern working environments in which newly established start-ups, software and IT companies, R&D centres, exporting firms and corporate companies can run their operations efficiently. Office Infrastructure All office spaces are delivered with ready-to-use technical infrastructure. The infrastructure and services provided: Ready electrical infrastructure Water connection Telecommunications and internet infrastructure Central ventilation system Heating and cooling systems Fire detection and alarm system 24/7 security service Common area management Professional cleaning services ISBI offices provide a modern and secure working environment that enables businesses to start operating quickly. Private Warehouses Modern and Flexible Storage Areas The Istanbul Specialized Free Zone offers user companies private warehouse areas in a range of sizes starting from 50 m2 . Built with modern infrastructure, the warehouses are planned to support import, export, production and logistics processes.… --- ## Our Services URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/our-services Services Services Offered in the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone The Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (ISBI) provides comprehensive support services so that investors and the companies operating in the zone can carry out their operations quickly, safely and efficiently. Covering everything from the establishment stage to day-to-day operations, and from logistics to security, these services simplify companies' business processes while strengthening their international competitiveness. Consultancy Services ISBI offers professional consultancy support on company formation and operating permits to domestic and international investors wishing to operate in the zone. Within the scope of consultancy services; Free zone operating licence applications Company formation processes Official application procedures Follow-up of licensing processes Legislation and implementation consultancy are provided, supporting the fast and trouble-free progress of investment processes. Security Services With security infrastructure that meets international standards, the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone protects investors, employees and commercial assets. The security services offered in the zone are as follows: 24/7 private security service Closed-circuit television (CCTV) system Card-controlled entry system Customs enforcement units Vehicle and visitor control procedures Common area security management Thanks to this comprehensive security infrastructure, operations in the zone are carried out without int… --- ## Operating Companies URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/operating-companies # Company Name Sector / Category 1 ACTIONLAB BILGI TEKNOLOJİLERİ LTD. ŞTİ. Software & IT 2 AMADEUS BİLGİ TEKNOLOJİSİ HİZMETLERİ A.Ş Software & IT 3 APPRECODE YAZILIM A.Ş. Software & IT 4 BİLİŞİM BİLGİSAYAR HİZMETLERİ A.Ş. Software & IT 5 BLUE CODER SOLUTIONS BİLGİSAYAR YAZ. HİZ. SAN. VE TİC. LTD. ŞTİ. Software & IT 6 BOSPHORUS ENDÜSTRİYEL YAZILIM ÇÖZÜMLERİ VE DIŞ TİC. A.Ş. Software & IT 7 CEYLA ENSARİ YENİLMEZ ELAN VİTAL TEKNOLOJİLERİ Software & IT 8 DASAS DİJİTAL YAZILIM SAN. TİC. LTD. ŞTİ. Software & IT 9 DEFİA YAZILIM TİCARET LTD. ŞTİ. Software & IT 10 DENSOFT YAZILIM VE BİLİŞİM SİSTEMLERİ LTD. ŞTİ. Software & IT 11 DUOTRO OYUN A.Ş. Software & IT 12 EDESSA YAZILIM A.Ş. Software & IT 13 ERALP YAZILIM VE OTOMASYON SİST. SAN. VE TİC. A.Ş. Software & IT 14 ESKA YAZILIM VE DANIŞMANLIK A.Ş. Software & IT 15 ETİYA BİLGİ TEKNOLOJİLERİ YAZILIM SAN. VE TİC. A.Ş. Software & IT 16 FAİK MIDIK VE ORTAKLARI KOLL. ŞTİ. Software & IT 17 FİTBEST BİLGİ TEKNOLOJİLERİ A.Ş. Software & IT 18 FMSS BİLİŞİM TEKNOLOJİ SANAYİ VE TİC. LTD. ŞTİ. Software & IT 19 FOMO OYUN YAZILIM VE PAZARLAMA A.Ş. Software & IT 20 GARAWELL GAMES OYUN YAZILIM VE PAZARLAMA A.Ş. Software & IT 21 GIANT AVOCADO TEKNOLOJİ A.Ş. Software & IT 22 GREY REA TEKNOLOJİ A.Ş. Software & IT 23 HAKAN KAMBER ASYA YAZILIM BİLGİ TEKNOLOJİ SİSTEMLERİ Software & IT 24 HAPPY PEOPLE PROJECT REKLAM HİZMETLERİ A.Ş. Software & IT 25 HI OYUN YAZILIM PAZARLAMA A.Ş. Software & IT 26 IAS YAZILIM GELİŞTİRME VE SERVİS A.Ş. Software & IT 27 INGENICO ÖD… --- ## Affiliated Organisations URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/affiliated-organisations PortISBI | Cyprus Free Zone and Marine Logistics Services Limited Famagusta Free Port and Free Zone PortISBI - Cyprus Free Zone and Marine Logistics Services Limited was established by a decision of the Council of Ministers of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) to operate within the Famagusta Free Port and Free Zone . Located at Famagusta Port , the largest commercial port in the TRNC, PortISBI is one of the strategic logistics hubs of the Eastern Mediterranean, offering international trade, maritime transport, storage and free zone services. Situated at the crossroads of the European, Middle Eastern, Asian and African markets, PortISBI offers companies a strong logistics and investment infrastructure that provides a competitive advantage in international trade. Why PortISBI? PortISBI serves as a strategic trade centre for exporting and importing companies, logistics firms, manufacturers and international investors. The main advantages offered by PortISBI are as follows: Direct access to Famagusta Port A strategic logistics location in the Eastern Mediterranean Fast access to the European, Middle Eastern, North African and Asian markets Infrastructure suited to international maritime transport Flexible trading opportunities with free zone advantages Modern port and storage services A structure suited to export and re-export operations Free Zone Advantages Companies operating within PortISBI can benefit from the various commercial facilities offered by free zone st… --- ## What Is a Free Zone? URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/what-is-a-free-zone What Is a Free Zone? Definition of a Free Zone A free zone is a special economic area created to encourage investment, production, exports and international trade. Although these zones lie within the political borders of the country, they are deemed to be outside the customs territory , allowing trade to be conducted more quickly, flexibly and competitively. Companies operating in free zones can benefit from a range of privileges such as tax advantages, customs facilities, reduced bureaucracy and investment incentives. This structure offers significant opportunities in particular for export-oriented manufacturers, sectors that attract foreign investment and those creating high added value. Key Characteristics of Free Zones Free zones are economic areas with special regulations for investors and exporting companies. Their main characteristics are as follows: They lie within the political borders of the country but are deemed to be outside the customs territory. They offer more flexible practices in commercial and economic activities. They provide tax and customs advantages. They encourage export-oriented production. They facilitate international trade and logistics activities. They support direct foreign investment. They encourage advanced technology and value-added production investments. They provide modern infrastructure for production, storage, logistics and trade activities. Free Zones in Turkiye The 19 free zones operating in Turkiye make an important contribution to the… --- ## Why ISBI URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/why-isbi Why the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (ISBI)? A Strong Ecosystem for Technology and Export Oriented Investments The Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (ISBI) offers domestic and international investors operating in advanced technology, software, IT, R&D and high value-added production a distinctive investment environment that combines the financial advantages of free zone status with modern infrastructure and comprehensive support services. With its strategic location, strong logistics connections and investor-friendly structure, ISBI aims to strengthen companies' competitiveness in international markets. Principal Incentives and Advantages Offered by ISBI Companies operating at ISBI that meet the conditions of the relevant legislation can benefit from the following incentives and advantages: Income or corporate tax advantages (within the scope of the relevant legislation) Employee income tax exemption (in line with the conditions set out in the legislation) Value Added Tax (VAT) exemption Stamp duty exemption Customs duty exemption Operating licence terms of up to 20 years Ready-built infrastructure and low operational cost advantage A supportive investment environment for exports and foreign-currency-earning activities These advantages reduce investors' operational costs while helping them manage their production, export and technology development processes more efficiently. Additional Support for Technology and Foreign-Currency-Earning Services Companies operating in advanced… --- ## Legislation and Laws URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/legislation-and-laws The Institution ISBI Is Affiliated With Which Institution Is the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone Affiliated With? Like all free zones in Turkiye, the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (ISBI) operates under the coordination of the Directorate General of Free Zones of the Republic of Turkiye Ministry of Trade . The establishment and operation of free zones, operating licences, investment processes and practices are carried out within the framework of Free Zones Law No. 3218 , the related regulations, circulars and other legislative provisions. This structure provides investors with a transparent and reliable operating environment that meets international standards. Free Zone Legislation The principal legislation in force for investors and businesses planning to operate in free zones is as follows: Free Zones Law No. 3218 Free Zones Implementation Regulation Circulars of the Directorate General of Free Zones Operating Licence Application Principles Support and incentive regulations concerning specialized free zones How Can You Access the Official Legislation? You can access the current laws, regulations, circulars and application documents relating to free zones on the official legislation page published by the Republic of Turkiye Ministry of Trade . Free Zone Legislation: Republic of Turkiye Ministry of Trade - Free Zone Legislation On this page you can access official documents such as; The current Free Zones Law The Implementation Regulation Circulars Operating Licence Applicatio… --- ## Incentives and Advantages URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/incentives-and-advantages Who Can Operate in the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone? A Specialized Free Zone for Technology and Export Oriented Companies By Presidential Decision dated 20 February 2020 , the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (ISBI) was granted specialized free zone status for companies operating in software , information technologies , medium-high technology , advanced technology manufacturing and foreign-currency-earning service activities . In the assessment of companies wishing to operate at ISBI, the export performance and activity criteria set out in the relevant legislation are taken into account. Does Your Company Meet the Export Criterion for the Last 3 Years? The term of the operating licence and the conditions for benefiting from additional support are assessed according to your company's export performance over the last three years. 1. Companies That Meet the Export Criterion Companies whose export performance over the last three years meets the threshold set out in the relevant legislation may be entitled to a long-term operating licence and to additional support programmes. Principal Advantages Offered A 20-year operating licence Corporate tax advantage (within the scope of the relevant legislation) Employee income tax exemption (in line with the conditions set out in the legislation) VAT and stamp duty exemption Customs duty exemption Additional Support Programmes Companies meeting the specified criteria can also benefit from additional support mechanisms. Rent Support Support… --- ## Overview of Turkiye URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/overview-of-turkiye Why Turkiye? A Strategic Investment Hub at the Crossroads of Europe, Asia and the Middle East With its strategic location bridging Europe, Asia and the Middle East, its developed logistics infrastructure, strong industrial ecosystem and young workforce, Turkiye is a major production, technology and trade centre for international investors. Thanks to its high production capacity, large domestic market and access to global markets, Turkiye offers a competitive business environment for export-oriented investment. About Turkiye Information Value Official name Republic of Turkiye Capital Ankara Finance and business centre Istanbul Official language Turkish Currency Turkish lira (TL) Time zone UTC (GMT)+3 Geographical location Between Europe and Asia Neighbouring regions Europe, the Caucasus, the Middle East and the Mediterranean Access to seas The Black Sea, the Sea of Marmara, the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean A Strong and Diversified Economy With an economic structure based on manufacturing, industry, services, technology and exports, Turkiye is among the largest economies in its region. The national economy offers investors sustainable growth opportunities through; Strong industrial infrastructure A developing technology ecosystem A dynamic private sector A large domestic market An international trade network Export-oriented production capacity Turkiye is an important part of global supply chains in many sectors, including automotive, machinery, electronics, defence industry… --- ## Application Process URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/application-process How Can You Operate in the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone? Company Formation and Operating Options at ISBI The Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (ISBI) has a flexible investment structure that allows domestic and international investors to start operating quickly and easily. You can operate at ISBI in one of the following ways: You can establish a new company. You can open a branch in the free zone for your existing company operating in Turkiye. You can operate by opening a free zone branch in Turkiye on behalf of your company established abroad. The ISBI expert team provides consultancy to investors at every stage of the application process, helping to ensure that procedures are completed quickly and correctly. The ISBI Application Process in 7 Steps 1. Preliminary Meeting and Space Selection The application process begins with a preliminary assessment held with ISBI specialists. At this stage; your field of activity is assessed, the office, production area or warehouse best suited to your needs is identified, a preliminary protocol is prepared, the Operating Licence Application Form is completed. 2. Payment of the Application Fee As part of the application, the one-off operating licence application fee set out in the relevant legislation is paid into the account of the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkiye . If the application is not approved, the application fee is refunded in accordance with the provisions of the legislation in force. 3. Submission of the Official Applicat… --- ## Rental and Service Tariffs URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/rental-and-service-tariffs Rental Tariff A-C-E-F-PR Blocks (Offices and Warehouses) $ 13.31 m²/month H-K-M Blocks $ 13.31 m²/month Plaza Warehouses $ 13.31 m²/month Plaza Offices 20 $ X m²/month General Warehouse Tariff Between 01-15 days Invoice Value X Days X 4 $/10,000 15 days and over Invoice Value X Days X 3 $/10,000 Loading - Unloading - Stacking - Overtime - Parking - Vehicle Exit Tariff Loading / Unloading (Palletised Goods) 14.00 $ X Tonne Loading / Unloading (Bulk Goods) 15.00 $ X Tonne Loading / Unloading (Hanging Textile Products) 13.00 $ X Staff X Hour Loading or Unloading by Crane Crane and Other Costs + 10% Stacking - Arrangement - Goods Sorting (Private Warehouse) 15.00 $ X Staff X Hour Forklift Hire 35.00 $ X Forklift X Hour Overtime charge up to 15 tonnes (Palletised) 120$ + 10$ for each additional tonne Overtime charge up to 15 tonnes (Bulk) 160$ + 14$ for each additional tonne Transaction Form 3 $ X Unit *Crane competency documents, operator licences and certificates will be checked by ISBI. *Crane and other costs +10%. Coordination fees and other charges will be collected once the operations are completed. Transit Trade Tariff For goods that do not physically enter or leave the zone, the loading/unloading charge is collected as USD 4 x TONNE. Car Park Tariff Daily Truck / Lorry Parking Fee 15.00 TL Annual Vehicle Entry Card Fee 25.00 $ *The first 12 hours of truck and lorry parking are free of charge. *Vehicle entry fees are collected in January each year. Weighbridge Tariff Loaded… --- ## Licence Types URL: https://isbi.com.tr/sayfa/licence-types Who Can Operate in the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone? A Specialized Free Zone for Software, IT and Advanced Technology Investments With its specialized free zone status, the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (ISBI) hosts companies operating in software , information technologies , medium-high technology , advanced technology manufacturing and foreign-currency-earning service activities . Thanks to its structure supporting technology-focused investment, ISBI offers domestic and international investors free zone advantages together with modern infrastructure and a strong technology ecosystem. Incentives Offered According to Export Performance The operating licence term and the additional support available at ISBI are assessed according to a company's export performance over the last three years. Companies Meeting the Criterion of USD 2,250M in Total Exports Over the Last 3 Years Companies meeting the relevant export criterion can benefit from additional support programmes as well as free zone incentives. Incentives and Support Offered A 20-year operating licence 100% corporate tax exemption 100% employee income tax exemption (for personnel working in the free zone, within the scope of the relevant legislation) 100% VAT exemption 100% stamp duty exemption 100% customs duty exemption Rent support of up to 50% (up to USD 75,000 per year, for 5 years) Salary support for 10 qualified employees (up to a total of USD 150,000 per year, for 5 years) 35% social security employer premium su… --- ## The 75th General Assembly of TOBB (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/tobb-75th-general-assembly Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/tobb-75th-general-assembly.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 Noting that the economy rises on the shoulders of the business world, Minister of Trade Ruhsar Pekcan said: "That is why I believe we will bring the best solutions to our problems by joining forces with our business community, and that we will rise into the league of high-income countries with a more competitive and more resilient economy." Minister Pekcan attended the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkiye (TOBB) "75th General Assembly Certificate of Merit and Plaque Presentation Ceremony", held with the participation of Vice President Fuat Oktay. Explaining that she had set up consultation boards with the business world from the day she took office, Pekcan said they attach great importance to consultation and evaluate incoming requests with great care. Reporting that the Ministry had received around 2,400 requests to date, Pekcan said: "1,156 of these concern our ministry, and the remainder relate to other ministries. We have given a negative response to only 150 of them, explaining the reasons. We responded positively to the remaining 1,056 of your requests. We are also following up your other requests by forwarding them to the relevant ministries and by establishing a coordination board." Pekcan stated that, despite the protectionist trend around the world and the slowdown in global trade, the Ministry continues to make significant contributions to the country's development and financing. Recalling that they had announced the highest export figure in the his… --- ## Turkiye Innovation Week (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/turkiye-innovation-week Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/turkiye-innovation-week.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 Minister of Trade Ruhsar Pekcan said: "Together with entrepreneurs who have proven themselves in innovative sectors, we are creating an 'innovative trade platform' in order to develop joint innovative trade policies." Speaking at Turkiye Innovation Week, organised by the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) under the coordination of the Ministry of Trade, Pekcan said that new technologies have become the backbone of the global economy. Noting that the patents and intellectual property rights resulting from innovation form an important component of the world economy, Pekcan said that in 2017 the United States earned USD 128 billion, the Netherlands USD 55 billion, Japan USD 42 billion, Switzerland USD 22 billion and Germany USD 20 billion in annual revenue from global intellectual property exports. Emphasising that countries which generate innovation also have the opportunity to export their own products at higher prices by adding advanced technology and value, Pekcan said: "At the same time, alongside exporting these products, they earn additional income for their countries by exporting intellectual property rights. Therefore today's globally profitable companies are tomorrow's investors and exporters." Pekcan noted that today, excluding finance and energy companies, 16 of the world's 20 most profitable companies are innovation companies, and said that these are firms which invest in new technologies. "We are creating the innovative trade platform" Minister of Trade Ruhsar Pekcan… --- ## Decisions Concerning Free Zones (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/decisions-concerning-free-zones Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/decisions-concerning-free-zones.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 "Decision No. 2017/10051 on Payments That May Be Made in Turkish Lira in Free Zones" was published in Official Gazette No. 30063 dated 11/05/2017. Article 9 of "Free Zones Law No. 3218" (the Law) provides as follows: "Foreign exchange and services: Article 9 - All payments relating to activities in free zones shall be made in foreign currency. The Council of Ministers may also decide that payments be made in Turkish lira. ..." Pursuant to the authority granted by this article of the Law, Decision No. 2017/10051 dated 13.03.2017 on "Payments That May Be Made in Turkish Lira in Free Zones" was published by the Council of Ministers in Official Gazette No. 30063 dated 11.05.2017. This decision, which is understood to have been adopted in order to encourage payments in Turkish lira, states that: payments relating to trade between free zones and other countries may be made in Turkish lira (TL) as well as in foreign currency, while all other payments shall be made only in TL; rents, licences, permits and documents, together with the tariffs and charges relating to the services and activities provided by operators, shall be set and paid in TL, and the procedures for setting tariffs in TL shall be completed within 3 months from the date on which this Decision entered into force (11.05.2017); the procedures and principles concerning transactions to be carried out in TL in free zones shall be determined by the Ministry of Economy. These points were set out in the decision. In addition,… --- ## Free Zones Legislation (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/free-zones-legislation Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/free-zones-legislation.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 Free zone practice, which is given particular importance in order to direct investment and production in a way that makes the greatest contribution to our country's economic development, is carried out under the responsibility of our Ministry primarily within the framework of Free Zones Law No. 3218. The Law and the related legislation can be accessed through the links below. Free Zones Law No. 3218 The basic framework for the establishment and operation of free zones and for the activities to be carried out in the zones is set out in Free Zones Law No. 3218. The Law sets out the purpose for which the zones are established, the concepts of user and operator, the operating licence regime and the general framework of the exceptions and exemptions applicable in the zones. Secondary Regulations The details of how the Law is applied are governed by the implementation regulation, circulars and communiques. These regulations cover matters such as licence applications, the entry and exit of goods to and from the zone, customs procedures, record-keeping and documentation, personnel and employment practices, and inspection. Reading the legislation as a whole produces far safer outcomes than decisions based on a single provision. Why Is It Important to Follow the Legislation? For companies operating in free zones, the legislation defines the framework of day-to-day operations. An activity that falls outside the scope of the licence, a procedure carried out with incomplete documentation,… --- ## Export Communique No. 2014/7 (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/export-communique-2014-7 Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/export-communique-2014-7.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 The Communique on Making Sales from Free Zones to Another Country Eligible for the Credit, Insurance and Guarantee Services of Turkiye Export Credit Bank Inc. (Export: 2014/7) was published in Official Gazette No. 29188 dated 27.11.2014 and entered into force. What Does the Communique Introduce? The regulation sets out the procedures and principles for making sales from free zones to another country eligible for the credit, insurance and guarantee services offered by Turkiye Export Credit Bank Inc. (Turk Eximbank). Sales abroad by companies operating in a free zone can therefore now be assessed in terms of export finance instruments. What It Means in Practice for Companies Export finance is a decisive factor in managing the cash cycle, insuring buyer risk and reducing the uncertainty that arises when entering new markets. Access to credit, insurance and guarantee instruments has a direct effect on the pace of growth, particularly for companies making high-value sales on deferred payment terms. The ability of companies based in a free zone to use these instruments is one of the elements that strengthens the export-oriented character of the zones. Application and Implementation Which transactions fall within scope, and the required documents and limits, are determined within the framework of the relevant bank's practices and the legislation in force. Companies are therefore advised to confirm the conditions specific to their own situation before entering into a transaction. Inv… --- ## We Took Our Place in the Innovation Area at the Expomed Eurasia Fair (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/expomed-eurasia-innovation-area Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/expomed-eurasia-innovation-area.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 We took our place in the Innovation Area at the Expomed Eurasia Fair. With the participation of our General Manager Ergenekon Kucuk, we presented the Export-Oriented Clustering Model in Free Zones. The known and proven benefits of clustering include supporting innovation activity and thereby making it easier to commercialise innovation, increasing productivity and employment, and creating the opportunity for "competition and cooperation". Developing opportunities for cooperation between our companies, and SMEs in particular, within the framework of the clustering model Developing innovation activities Attracting foreign capital Creating economies of scale Setting out a policy for building the infrastructure that will contribute to increasing competitiveness at regional and national level are the objectives pursued. Why Is the Clustering Model Important? Clustering refers to the increase in productivity that arises when companies operating in the same or complementary fields are located close to one another geographically. The flow of information between companies accelerates, shared procurement and logistics opportunities emerge, and the pool of qualified labour widens. This structure, in which competition and cooperation go hand in hand, makes it easier to commercialise innovation. The Objectives of Export-Oriented Clustering The objectives of the model include developing cooperation between companies, and SMEs in particular, supporting innovation activities, attracting fore… --- ## Making a Difference in Software Exports (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/making-a-difference-in-software-exports Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/making-a-difference-in-software-exports.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 Following our designation as the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone by the decree of 8 June, we are able to accept companies engaged in Software and IT and in medium-high and high technology manufacturing. The point to note here is whether a company resident in Turkiye has reached a total export figure of USD 2.25 million over the last 3 years. If it has not, you can benefit from the tax exemptions listed under free zone incentives for 3 years. If it has, you have the opportunity to benefit from the incentives listed under additional support for 5 years, together with a 20-year licence. Free Zone Incentives - If You Have Reached a Total Export Figure of USD 2.25M Over the Last 3 Years A 20-year licence term 100% corporate tax exemption 100% employee income tax exemption (covers all personnel working in the free zone) 100% VAT and stamp duty exemption 100% customs duty exemption Additional Support Rent support of up to 50%, USD 75,000 per year - 5 years (on condition of USD 1M in annual exports, at an increasing rate) Salary support for 10 employees, USD 150,000 per year - 5 years (on condition of USD 1M in annual exports, at an increasing rate) Free Zone Incentives - If You Have Not Reached the Export Figure of USD 2.25M Over the Last 3 Years* A 3-year licence term 100% corporate tax exemption 100% employee income tax exemption (covers all personnel working in the free zone) 100% VAT and stamp duty exemption 100% customs duty exemption *If at the end of 3 years you demonstrate pe… --- ## The Stars of IT Programme Has Entered into Force (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/stars-of-it-programme-in-force Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/stars-of-it-programme-in-force.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 +20 points for companies located in a Specialized Free Zone The purpose of the decision is defined as regulating the matters relating to the funding, from the Support and Price Stability Fund (DFIF), of expenditure on the activities required to strengthen the infrastructure and institutional capacity of companies, institutions and cooperative organisations so that they can prepare for exporting and gain a competitive advantage in international markets, and to promote, market, position and build brands for their products and services abroad. In connection with the inclusion of companies in the E-Turquality Programme announced by the Ministry of Trade, it has been decided to give priority to companies located in a Specialized Free Zone by adding +20 points. Companies located in a Free Zone / Specialized Free Zone +20 points Companies that have successfully completed the TUBITAK-Teydeb programme +5 points Companies holding an international trademark registration certificate +5 points Companies holding a service/product registration certificate +5 points Companies holding a Technological Product Experience Certificate +10 points Companies whose product or service is listed in the State Supply Office Catalogue +10 points Source: dunya.com What Is the E-Turquality Programme? E-Turquality is a support programme that aims to prepare companies, institutions and cooperative organisations operating in the IT and software sector for exporting, to help them gain competitiveness in interna… --- ## Our Shuttle Service Has Started (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/our-shuttle-service-has-started Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/our-shuttle-service-has-started.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 As of 23 February 2023, the locations and times set out below will be added to our existing shuttle service and made available to you. Yours faithfully, About Our Shuttle Service The scope of the shuttle service we provide to make it easier for the employees of companies operating in the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone to reach the zone has been extended with the addition of new stops and departure times. Route and timetable information is shared in the annex to the announcement. Why a Shuttle Service? In a metropolis with heavy public transport connections, the commuting time is one of the most decisive elements of the employee experience. A regular and predictable shuttle service shortens the time spent travelling, reduces the risk of disruption at the start of the working day and has a positive effect on attendance and employee satisfaction indicators for companies. Reduced use of private cars also lowers parking congestion within the zone and carbon emissions. How Can I Find Out Route and Timetable Information? Stops and departure times are updated periodically according to demand, employee numbers and traffic conditions. To obtain the most up-to-date route table, request a new stop or ask about capacity, please contact our zone operations unit. Companies can submit collective requests on behalf of their employees through their human resources departments. Tips for Using the Service To make the most of the service, we recommend being at the stop a few minutes before the de… --- ## We Are at MWC Barcelona on 26-29 February (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/mwc-barcelona-26-29-february Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/mwc-barcelona-26-29-february.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 We have taken our place as ISBI at the MWC Barcelona fair, to be held in Barcelona on 26 - 29 February. We look forward to welcoming all our visitors at Fira Gran Via, Stand 5F61 - Hall 5. Discover Our Advantages Following our designation as the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone by the decree of 8 June, we are able to accept companies engaged in Software and IT and in medium-high and high technology manufacturing. The point to note here is whether a company resident in Turkiye has reached a total export figure of USD 2.25 million over the last 3 years. If it has not, you can benefit from the tax exemptions listed under free zone incentives for 3 years. If it has, you have the opportunity to benefit from the incentives listed under additional support for 5 years, together with a 20-year licence. Free Zone Incentives - If You Have Reached a Total Export Figure of USD 2.25M Over the Last 3 Years A 20-year licence term 100% corporate tax exemption 100% employee income tax exemption (covers all personnel working in the free zone) 100% VAT and stamp duty exemption 100% customs duty exemption Additional Support Rent support of up to 50%, USD 75,000 per year - 5 years (on condition of USD 1M in annual exports, at an increasing rate) Salary support for 10 employees, USD 150,000 per year - 5 years (on condition of USD 1M in annual exports, at an increasing rate) Free Zone Incentives - If You Have Not Reached the Export Figure of USD 2.25M Over the Last 3 Years* A 3-year licence term 100%… --- ## Free Zones Gathered in Antalya (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/free-zones-gathered-in-antalya Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/free-zones-gathered-in-antalya.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 Free Zones Gathered in Antalya to Draw Up the Road Map for the Future The "Free Zones Workshop in the Hundredth Year of Our Republic" was held in Antalya in partnership between the Ministry of Trade and SEBKIDER, the association established with the membership of the 19 free zones in Turkiye, in order to determine the role and strategic vision of free zones in Turkiye's economy in the period ahead. The opening of the workshop, held on 16-18 February at the Megasaray Westbeach Antalya Hotel, was attended by Deputy Minister of Trade Mustafa Tuzcu and Director General of Free Zones Emel Emirlioglu, SEBKIDER Chairman of the Board Yusuf Kilinc, officials and the managers of the 19 free zones. Speaking at the opening of the workshop, SEBKIDER Chairman of the Board Yusuf Kilinc noted that, with a total trade volume of approximately USD 31 billion in 2023 and exports approaching USD 13 billion, the free zones have become Turkiye's bases for production, employment and high value-added exports, and said: "Had they been included in a ranking by province, our free zones would have come 5th, after Izmir. Employing 97,000 people, our free zones exported more in 2023 than Ankara, with its population of 5.8 million. While only 24 provinces in Turkiye have been able to export more than USD 1 billion a year, this year 5 of our free zones raised their exports above USD 1 billion." Emphasising that the free zones have potential far above this level, Kilinc said: "We believe that, in order for ou… --- ## ISBI Was at the 2nd YASAD Software and Globalisation Summit (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/isbi-at-yasad-software-globalisation-summit Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/isbi-at-yasad-software-globalisation-summit.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 We took our place in the programme of the 2nd Software and Globalisation Summit held on 26-27 June by YASAD, a leading representative of the sector. Under the main theme "Creating a World Brand in Software and Globalisation Strategy", ISBI A.S. took part in a session on the continuing and developing achievements in the fields of software, IT and communication services and on the support and incentives offered for software exports, in which incentive schemes were discussed together with Yildiz Technical University Teknopark and Sistem Global Danismanlik. The Main Theme of the Summit At the summit, held under the theme "Creating a World Brand in Software and Globalisation Strategy", Turkiye's objective of growing its software exports was discussed under a number of headings. The sessions addressed productisation and branding processes, target market selection, establishing international sales channels, pricing models and the importance of institutional capacity as well as technical capability in global competition. Session on Incentive and Support Schemes In the session in which ISBI took part, support and incentive schemes for software exports were assessed together with representatives of Yildiz Technical University Teknopark and Sistem Global Danismanlik. The discussion covered which support mechanism companies can use at which stage, common mistakes in application processes, and the long-term effects of getting the structure right. The operational and financial conveniences… --- ## Visit of the South African Delegation to the Istanbul Specialized Free Zone (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/south-african-delegation-visit Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/south-african-delegation-visit.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 A delegation comprising the South African Department of Trade, Industry and Competition and senior executives of the Specialized Economic Zone, the Special Economic Zones and companies in the region visited ISBI. During the visit, ISBI General Manager Ergenekon Kucuk emphasised the importance of specialized free zones and underlined that they make a significant contribution to Turkiye's production, employment and export strength. Following the speeches, presentations were given on ISBI's work, while the South African delegation provided information on economic policies in their country such as investment incentives and export incentives. Highlights of the Visit The meetings compared the free zone and special economic zone models of the two countries. The prominent features of Turkiye's free zone practice were listed as supporting export-oriented production, increasing qualified employment, shortening supply chains and facilitating technology transfer. The delegation showed interest in ISBI's structure as a specialized free zone focused on software, IT and advanced technology. Why Is the Specialized Free Zone Model Different? Unlike classic free zones, specialized free zones focus on particular sectors. This focus allows companies working in the same field to be located side by side, to share common infrastructure and to form an ecosystem in which they feed one another. The information sharing, access to qualified labour and joint promotion opportunities that clustering brings… --- ## Meeting on Tax Practice in Free Zones on 1 April (Blog) URL: https://isbi.com.tr/blog/tax-practice-in-free-zones-meeting-1-april Tam içerik (markdown): https://isbi.com.tr/blog/tax-practice-in-free-zones-meeting-1-april.md Tarih: 2026-08-04 The information event "Tax Practice and Legislation in Free Zones", to be held together with Sistem Global Danismanlik, brings together the representatives of companies operating in our zone. The event will address the current state of free zone legislation, the points to watch in tax practice and the questions companies most frequently encounter. Event Details Date: Wednesday 1 April 2026 Time: 14:00 - 16:00 Venue: ISBI Technical Operations Meeting Room Attendance: Open to representatives of companies operating in the zone Scope of the Meeting For companies operating in free zones, tax and legislative matters are an inseparable part of operational planning. At the information meeting, experts will cover topics such as the general framework of the exemption rules applying to free zone earnings, the timetable followed in declaration and certification processes, record-keeping and documentation, the tax implications of customs and logistics processes, and the updates made to the legislation during the year. Participants will have the opportunity to put questions about their own operations directly to the consultants. Who Should Attend? The programme has been prepared with finance and accounting departments, foreign trade and operations teams, company shareholders and management in mind. Companies that have recently started operating in the free zone will benefit from attending, as will companies that have been in the zone for a long time and wish to review their processes. In t… ---