With the HIT-30 Program, Turkey aims to become a global hub in high-technology production by 2030. HIT-30 is an investment program that provides comprehensive supports and incentives for specially qualified projects in high-priority technology areas, developing tailor-made solutions.
In this era where global production and supply chains are being reshaped, Turkey stands out with its industrial and technological infrastructure, qualified young human resources, and strategic location. The HIT-30 Program invites investors from Turkey and all over the world to activate this potential.
Within the scope of the program, more than 30 priority investment subjects have been identified under 8 main headings:
The projects to be supported are expected to focus on new technologies anticipated to be of strategic importance in the future. Areas based on traditional technologies with intense competition are outside the scope of the program.
The projects are aimed to be at an investment scale that can compete not only nationally but also globally.
Investors are required to have a strong financial structure and sufficient experience in the relevant technology field. Collaborating with stakeholders who have international competence is a supportive factor.
Having know-how about the product, production processes, and technologies, as well as intellectual and industrial property rights, is an important criterion. Projects involving technology transfer or R&D activities are prioritized.
The HIT-30 Program offers the most comprehensive support mechanisms in Turkey, designed on a project-specific and needs-oriented basis:
| Support Category | Support Element | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tax and Financial Incentives | Corporate Tax Reduction | Tax is applied at a discounted rate for a specified period and rate. |
| Customs Duty Exemption | Customs Duty exemption is provided for investment good machinery and equipment. | |
| VAT Exemption | Building-construction expenses and investment goods can be exempted from VAT. | |
| Employment Incentives | Insurance Premium Support | SSI premium payments are covered by the Ministry at certain rates and for specific durations. |
| Qualified Personnel Support | Salaries of R&D and key production personnel can be covered at certain rates and for specific durations. | |
| Financing and Cash Supports | Interest/Profit Share Support | Favorable financing opportunities are offered for investment loans. |
| Energy Support | In energy-intensive projects, 50% of energy bills can be paid by the state for a certain period. | |
| Other Grant Supports | Direct grants can be given to projects that meet the determined criteria to reduce investment costs. | |
| Market and Infrastructure Supports | Public Procurement Guarantee | In products where the public has purchasing power, a procurement guarantee can be provided in an amount that creates leverage for the project. |
| Investment Place Opportunities | A free or discounted investment area can be allocated specifically for projects. | |
| Strategic Support | High-Level Policy Support | High-level support, including legislative arrangements, is provided through the Industrialization Executive Committee. |