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Tax Reduction on Dry Onion Imports Extended: Rates, Documentation, and Customs Procedures
The 5 percent customs duty levied on dry onion imports has been extended until January 31, 2027.
Read more Guides26/09/2026TAREKS Procedures and HAK Requirements for Importing Products with Halal Markings
Specific imported products bearing a Halal mark or claim are subject to conformity inspections via TAREKS.
Read more Guides02/09/2026The EU Industrial Acceleration Act and "Made in EU" Criteria: What Awaits Turkish Exporters?
The European Union’s industrial policy, designed to reshore strategic manufacturing, is sparking fresh debates over rules of origin, local content…
Read more Guides26/08/2026Importing Rebar from Iran: Price Claims, Customs Duties, and Standards
A quoted price for Iranian-origin rebar does not solely reflect its final delivery cost to Turkey.
Read more Guides31/07/2026VAT Exemption and Refund in Nuclear Power Plant Investments: A Guide to Provisional Article 47
A comprehensive analysis of the VAT exemption applicable to nuclear power plant investments, investment incentive certificate processes, and new financial…
Read more Guides23/07/2026Summary of Foreign Trade Legislation and Key Amendments in the Official Gazette Dated July 11, 2026
Legislative amendments published on July 11, 2026, have restructured the import regime, surveillance practices, and safeguard measures for specific products…
Read more Guides08/07/2026How to Import a Vehicle as an Individual: Taxes, Documents, and Key Considerations
A comprehensive foreign trade guide detailing the customs regulations, tax liabilities, and documentation required when importing a vehicle for personal use.
Read more Guides08/07/2026Step-by-Step Guide to Individual Imports: Customs Duties, Exemptions, and Regulatory Updates
The 30 Euro exemption is gone: since February 6, 2026 only books and prescription medicines can be ordered from abroad. The current rules, in one guide.
Read more Guides07/07/2026Foreign Trade from A to Z: Types, Significance, and Core Concepts
Examining the fundamental dynamics of foreign trade, import and export processes, customs clearance, and the latest trends in global commerce…
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