Activity License Form

Section I

Information About the Applicant
Field	Explanation & How to Fill
Name / Trade Name	Enter the full legal trade name of the company without abbreviations. If the company is newly forming, write the proposed name as in the draft Articles of Association.
Headquarter’s Address	Provide the registered company address. If not yet registered, provide the temporary business address or legal correspondence address.
Type of Activity	Specify the main business activity of the company. If multiple activities, only the primary one should be listed here. (Example: "Manufacturing of Automotive Parts" or "Wholesale Trade of Electronics")
E-Mail	Provide the official company email. If not established yet, use the email of the company owner or representative.
Fax	If available, provide the company fax number. If not applicable, leave it blank.
Registered Chamber of Commerce and/or Industry, and Registration No.	If the company is already registered, provide the registration number and Chamber of Commerce name. Example: "Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, Reg. No: 123456". If not yet registered, state "Pending Registration".
Establishment Date	If the company is already registered, provide the official date of establishment. If not yet registered, leave blank.
Registered Capital	Enter the total registered capital amount from the Articles of Association (e.g., 1,000,000 TL).
Paid-in Capital	Provide the amount of capital already deposited into the company’s bank account. If the company is newly forming, write "Pending" or "To be deposited".
Number of Partners	State the total number of shareholders (e.g., 3).
Local Partner’s Share %	If there are local Turkish shareholders, specify their total share percentage in the company. Example: 40%.
Foreign Partner’s Share %	If there are foreign investors, specify their total share percentage. Example: 60%.
Names of Main Partners	List the full legal names of the main shareholders (owners of the company).
Nationality	Specify each partner’s nationality (e.g., Turkish, German, British, etc.).
Share in the Paid-in Capital %	Indicate each partner’s ownership percentage in the company. Example: John Doe (40%), Ali Veli (30%), Anna Smith (30%).
ID or Tax ID Number	For Turkish shareholders, enter their Turkish ID Number. For foreign shareholders, provide their Tax Identification Number (TIN) or passport number (if a TIN is not available).
Representative’s Name (If Any)	If a company representative (not a shareholder) is submitting the application, provide their details:
Name	Full name of the company’s authorized representative.
Address	Representative’s legal address.
Phone	Representative’s contact number.
Fax	Representative’s fax number (if available).
E-Mail	Representative’s email address.
Main Firm’s Trade Name (If Any)	If the company is a subsidiary of a larger company, enter details of the parent company:
Trade Name	Parent company’s full legal name.
Address	Parent company’s registered address.
Phone	Parent company’s contact number.
Fax	Parent company’s fax number (if applicable).
E-Mail	Parent company’s official email address.

Section II

Only one activity should be selected by marking the corresponding box (☑) with an "X" or checkmark.
If you plan to conduct multiple activities, you must submit a separate application form for each one.

Proposed Activity in Free Zone
Activity Type	Description & When to Select
☐ Production	Choose this option if your business involves manufacturing products. This includes purchasing raw materials, assembling products, branding, packaging, and labeling. Note: The sale of excess raw materials requires Free Zone Directorate approval.
☐ Purchasing-Selling	Choose this if your business involves buying, selling, storing, labeling, and packaging goods within the Free Zone. Ideal for trading companies and wholesalers.
☐ Warehouse Operating	Select this if your company will store goods for itself or offer storage services for third parties (companies or individuals). Suitable for logistics and warehousing businesses.
☐ Office Renting	Choose this if your business owns or manages warehouse/offices and will lease/rent them to other Free Zone users.
☐ Assembling-Disassembling	Select this if your company will assemble or disassemble goods as part of its operations. Relevant for electronics, automotive, and machinery businesses.
☐ Repair-Maintenance	Choose this if your company will repair or maintain goods (without ownership transfer). Common for technical support, industrial equipment repair, and vehicle maintenance.
☐ Banking	Select this if you are applying as a bank or financial institution to offer financial services within the Free Zone. Requires approval from the Banking Regulation & Supervision Agency (BDDK).
☐ Others - Specify Below	If your activity does not fit into any listed categories, provide a detailed description of your planned operations.

Section III

This section requires information on the capital investment being transferred to the Mersin Free Zone. It includes two types of capital:

Capital in Kind – Physical assets such as machinery, equipment, real estate, or other non-cash contributions.

Capital in Cash – Monetary capital transferred to the company’s bank account.

Amount of Capital to be Transferred to the Free / Zone ( US $ )
Column	Explanation & What to Enter
Capital in Kind – From Turkey	Enter the total value (in USD) of physical assets transferred from within Turkey (e.g., machinery, equipment, vehicles, etc.).
Capital in Kind – From Abroad	Enter the value of any imported assets (e.g., foreign-sourced machinery or goods contributed as capital).
Capital in Cash – From Turkey	Enter the cash amount transferred from Turkish banks into the Free Zone company’s account.
Capital in Cash – From Abroad	Enter the cash investment from foreign investors, transferred from an international bank to a Free Zone account in Turkey.

Section IV

This section is required only if the applicant firm already holds an Operating License in another Free Zone in Turkey or abroad. If this is your first Free Zone license, you can leave this section blank.

Explain If Applicant Firm Has Any Other Operating Licence at This or Other Free Zones
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Name of the Free Zone	List any other Free Zones where your company holds a valid Operating License (e.g., İstanbul Free Zone, Ege Free Zone, Mersin Free Zone).
Type of Operating	Enter the business activity conducted in the listed Free Zones (e.g., Manufacturing of Automotive Parts, Warehousing, Trade of Electronics).
No. of Operating Licence	Provide the Operating License Number assigned to your business in the respective Free Zone.

Section V

This section determines how long your Free Zone Operating License will be valid. You must select one option based on whether your company is a tenant (leasing a facility) or an investor (building its own facility).

How to fill?

Select the appropriate category:
- Tenant Firms – If leasing a ready-built warehouse, office, or facility.
- Investor Firms – If constructing your own building inside the Free Zone.
Check the correct time period:
- Tenants get a 15-year license (except for production, which is 20 years).
- Investors get a 30-year license (except for production, which is 45 years).
- Office Renting Businesses can only get a maximum of 5 years.
Pay the License Fee:
- The application fee is $5,000 USD (non-refundable).
- The payment must be made to the Central Bank of Turkey (CBRT).

Requested Operating License Period
Business Type	License Duration	Notes
Trading, Warehousing, or Other Non-Production Firms (Tenant)	15 Years	Firms leasing a facility but not engaged in production.
Production Firm (Tenant)	20 Years	If the firm leases a facility but engages in manufacturing or production.
Investor (Building Own Facility)	30 Years	If the firm constructs its own building.
Production Firm (Investor)	45 Years	If the firm constructs its own production facility.
Office Renting Business	Max 5 Years	If the firm is leasing offices to other businesses.

Section VI

This section requires you to identify, manage, and minimize waste generated by your company's operations in the Free Zone. It ensures compliance with Turkish environmental regulations and the Free Zone Authority's waste disposal policies.

How to fill?

Which types of waste will arise due to your activities?
- Identify all types of waste generated (solid, liquid, gaseous, hazardous, non-hazardous).
Which of them will be disposed of and how?
- Explain waste disposal methods (landfill, incineration, authorized waste management facilities).
Which of them will be recycled?
- List recyclable materials (paper, plastic, metal, chemicals, etc.).
- Describe the recycling process and any third-party recycling services used.
How will environmental pollution be prevented?
- Detail preventive measures (filtration systems, waste treatment, regulatory compliance).
- Mention any certifications or environmental standards followed.

Section VII

This section determines the amount of land or facility space your company requires in the Mersin Free Zone. The selection depends on whether your company is renting an existing facility (closed area) or constructing a new facility (open area).

Requested Area
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
A) Closed Area – For Renting	Enter the size (in m²) of the ready-built facility (warehouse, office, or industrial space) you want to lease in the Free Zone.
B) Open Area – For Building	Enter the size (in m²) of the land area needed if you plan to construct your own building inside the Free Zone.

Section VIII

This section is only required if the applicant is constructing a new facility in the Free Zone (i.e., renting an open area instead of a ready-built facility). It provides a detailed timeline and specifications for the proposed construction project.

Construction Schedule
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Project Design Period – (months)	Enter the estimated number of months required to complete architectural planning, engineering designs, and approval processes.
Construction Period – (months)	Enter the estimated time (in months) needed to complete construction after approvals.
Type of Construction	Describe the type of building (e.g., warehouse, factory, office building, cold storage).
Base Area of Construction – (m²)	Enter the ground footprint (m²) of the building (the area covered by the structure’s foundation).
Number of Floors	Enter the total number of floors in the building.
Gross Construction Area – (m²)	Enter the total floor space of the building (sum of all floors, in m²).

Section IX

This section requires you to declare the estimated investment costs for your operations in the Mersin Free Zone, categorized by expense type and origin (Turkey or Abroad).

Investment Expenses in Free Zone (US $)
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Building	Enter the construction or rental costs for your facility. If leasing, put the total lease cost for the license period. If constructing, enter estimated building costs (materials, labor, permits).
Machinery & Equipment	Enter the cost of machinery, tools, and production equipment needed for operations. If purchased from Turkey, enter the cost in the Türkiye’den (From Turkey) column. If imported, enter the cost in the Yurtdışından (From Abroad) column.
Manpower	Enter the total projected labor costs (wages, salaries, benefits) for employees in the Free Zone.
Others – Specify	Enter additional expenses such as licensing fees, software, logistics, land development, or office setup costs.
Total	Calculate the sum of all expenses across the columns for Turkey, Abroad, and the Grand Total.

Section X

This section requires you to list the personnel your company will employ in the Mersin Free Zone, including both Turkish nationals and foreign workers.

Personnel to be Employed for the Free / Zone Activity
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Administrator	Enter the number of managers and executives (e.g., CEO, department heads).
Office Personnel	Enter the number of employees working in office roles (e.g., accountants, clerks, HR).
Qualified Worker	Enter the number of skilled workers (e.g., engineers, technicians, production specialists).
Unqualified Worker	Enter the number of general laborers (e.g., warehouse workers, assistants).
Total	Calculate the total workforce for Turkish and foreign employees.

Foreign Employee Justification (Required)

If your company plans to hire foreign personnel, you must justify why. Some common reasons include:

Specialized skills not available in Turkey (e.g., foreign technical experts, R&D personnel).
Foreign executives from headquarters managing Free Zone operations.
Bilingual staff for international trade and export management.
Factory installation and setup teams from equipment suppliers.

Section XI

This section requires you to estimate the annual costs of operating your business in the Mersin Free Zone. Expenses should be categorized based on whether they are sourced domestically (from Turkey) or from abroad.

Estimated Annual Operating Expenses During the Operation (US $)
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Raw Materials & Semi-Product Goods	Enter the annual cost of raw materials and semi-finished goods required for production. (Trading companies should leave this blank.)
Workmanship & Personnel Expenses	Enter the total salaries, wages, and benefits paid to employees in the Free Zone.
Credit & Interest Expenses	Include loan payments, interest on debts, and other financial costs.
Intangible Rights – Patent, Licence, etc.	Include the costs of intellectual property, software licenses, franchise fees, and royalties.
Other Expenses – Specify	Enter additional costs such as utilities, maintenance, security, insurance, and consulting fees.
Total	Sum of all estimated operating expenses.

Section XII (Part A)

This section is required only for production companies operating in the Mersin Free Zone. It provides details on raw materials, production output, and sales estimates.

How to fill?

1️⃣ Raw Materials and Intermediate Goods to be Purchased

List all raw materials and semi-finished goods required for production.
Provide tariff numbers (12-digit G.T.İ.P. code) for each material.
Enter the quantity and value for materials sourced from Turkey and abroad.
Trading companies should not fill this section.

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Production
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Name of the Good	Enter the name of raw materials or components (e.g., "Steel Sheets", "Electronic Chips").
Tariff Number	Provide the 12-digit customs tariff code for each material.
Quantity	Enter the annual estimated quantity to be used in production.
Value in USD	Provide the total cost in USD for materials from Turkey and Abroad.

2️⃣ Estimated Annual Production

List all final products your company will manufacture.
Provide the tariff number (12-digit G.T.İ.P. code) for each product.
Enter the quantity and estimated production cost (includes raw materials, labor, and fixed expenses).

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Production
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Name of the Good	Enter the final product name (e.g., "Aluminum Car Parts", "Smartphone Microchips").
Tariff Number	Provide the 12-digit customs tariff code for each product.
Quantity	Enter the annual estimated production quantity.
Production Cost in USD	Include the total cost per year (materials + labor + fixed expenses).

3️⃣ Estimated Sales of Finished Products

Provide details on where the manufactured goods will be sold (Turkey or abroad).
Enter the quantity and value (in USD) for each product.
The selling price should include production costs + profit margin.

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Production
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Name of the Good	Enter the product name (same as the production list).
Tariff Number	Provide the 12-digit customs tariff code for each product.
Quantity	Enter the expected sales quantity for Turkey and abroad.
Value in USD	Enter the total expected revenue for sales in Turkey and abroad.

Section XII (Part B)

This section applies to trading companies, wholesalers, and distributors operating in the Mersin Free Zone. Companies engaged in buying and selling goods should fill this section instead of the Production (Part A) section.

How to fill?

1️⃣ Goods to be Purchased

List all goods your company plans to buy.
Provide tariff numbers (12-digit G.T.İ.P. code) for each item.
Enter the quantity and value (USD) for purchases made from Turkey and Abroad.

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Purchasing - Selling
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Name of the Good	Enter the name of the product your company will purchase.
Tariff Number	Provide the customs tariff code for each item.
Quantity	Enter the estimated annual purchase quantity.
Value in USD	Enter the total purchase cost for Turkey and abroad.

2️⃣ Goods to be Sold

List all goods your company plans to sell.
Provide tariff numbers (12-digit G.T.İ.P. code) for each item.
Enter the quantity and value (USD) for sales made to Turkey and Abroad.

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Purchasing - Selling
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Name of the Good	Enter the name of the product your company will sell.
Tariff Number	Provide the customs tariff code for each item.
Quantity	Enter the estimated annual sales quantity.
Value in USD	Enter the total sales value for Turkey and abroad.

Section XII (Part C)

This section applies to logistics, warehousing, and storage service providers operating in the Mersin Free Zone. Companies offering storage services or managing warehouses should complete this section.

How to fill?

1️⃣ Warehouse Information

Specify the type of warehouse, its size (area in m²), and its storage capacity (volume in m³).

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Warehouse Operating
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Type of Warehouse	Indicate the type of warehouse (e.g., General Storage, Cold Storage, Hazardous Goods Storage).
Area in m²	Enter the total floor area of the warehouse in square meters.
Volume in m³	Enter the total storage capacity in cubic meters.

2️⃣ Goods to be Stored

List the types of goods that will be stored in the warehouse.
Provide tariff numbers (12-digit G.T.İ.P. code) for each item.
Estimate the annual quantity of stored goods.

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Warehouse Operating
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Goods to be Stored - Name + Tariff Number	Enter the name and tariff number (G.T.İ.P.) of stored goods.
Estimated Annual Quantity	Enter the expected total quantity of goods stored annually.

Section XII (Part D)

This section applies to companies that own office spaces or commercial properties in the Mersin Free Zone and plan to lease them to other businesses.

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Office Renting
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Type of the Building to be Rented	Specify the type of facility being rented, such as office space, warehouse, retail unit, or industrial facility.
Closed Area in m²	Enter the total rentable space in square meters.

Section XII (Part E)

This section applies to companies engaged in assembling or disassembling goods, such as industrial machinery, vehicle components, or electronics in the Mersin Free Zone.

Note: If you are filling this section, you must also complete Section A (Production).

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Assembling & Disassembling
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Goods to be Assembled-Disassembled - Name + Tariff Number	Enter the name and 12-digit tariff number (G.T.İ.P.) of each product that will be assembled or disassembled.
Estimated Annual Quantity	Enter the expected number of units to be assembled or disassembled per year.

Section XII (Part F)

This section applies to companies engaged in repair and maintenance services within the Mersin Free Zone. These businesses service and maintain goods without taking ownership of them.

Note: If you are filling this section, you must also complete Section A (Production).

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Repair & Maintenance
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Goods to be Repaired-Maintained - Name + Tariff Number	Enter the name and 12-digit tariff number (G.T.İ.P.) of the items that will be serviced or repaired.
Estimated Annual Quantity	Enter the expected number of units that will undergo repair or maintenance annually.

Materials and service charges will be recorded in Section A (Production).

Section XII (Part G)

This section allows businesses to describe any activities not covered in previous sections.

Explanations Related to Activity in the Free Zone - Other Activities
Field	Explanation & What to Enter
Others - Please Explain	Provide detailed information on any additional activities your company will conduct in the Free Zone.

Examples of activities that might be listed here:

Consulting and advisory services
Software development
Testing and quality control services
Freight forwarding and logistics coordination