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 Application Forms

• Support regulations for specialized free zones