Overseas Unit Rent Support is a state support that covers a portion of the rental costs for units such as offices, stores, showrooms, and warehouses opened abroad by Turkish companies. This incentive aims to facilitate the establishment of a permanent presence for companies in target markets. Thus, firms can lighten their burden with state support while incurring high rental costs and ensure continuity in foreign markets.
Exporting capital companies established in Turkey can apply for this support when they open a unit abroad in their own name or through an affiliated subsidiary. The overseas unit must have an organic bond with the applicant Turkish company (for example, being a branch established or owned by the company in that country). Additionally, the firm must have started its activities in the relevant overseas unit and have made the lease agreement in its own name. Public institutions or non-profit organizations cannot benefit from this support.
| Expense Item | Inclusion Status | |
|---|---|---|
| ✅ | Gross Rent Expenses | The main rental fee specified in the lease agreement. |
| ✅ | Common Area Dues | Common expenses paid in places like business centers or shopping malls. |
| ✅ | Management Fees | Service fees paid to the building or facility management. |
| ✅ | Rent-Related Taxes | Local taxes arising from the rent (withholding tax, etc.). |
| 🚫 | Excluded Expenses | Decoration, renovation, personnel, and other operating expenses are not included in this support. |