payroll services

Outsource Payroll

MersinCPA specializes in providing outsource payroll services in Turkey. We offer payroll and payroll related services, plus oversee social security operations in Turkey. We also offer payroll, social security and withholding tax services for the expatriate staff of foreign investors.

Payroll Services

Registration of new employee and related information
Payroll calculation, including all details
Monthly submission of payroll sheets
To inform client of tax withholding and social security payments
Communicate to official authorities for any relevant changes to employee’s status
Consultancy service regarding issues employment procedures
Preparation of legal reports for official authorities
Deregistration of employee

Payroll Elements

Employee Deductions
Social Security Insurance Deduction
Social Security Insurance Unemployment Deduction
Income Tax
Stamp Tax
Employer Deductions

Social Security Insurance Deduction
Social Security Insurance Unemployment Deduction
Calculation of Net Salary
Gross Salary (Total Employee Deduction + Income Tax + Stamp Tax)

Obtaining a Residence Permit in Turkey

Beyond being an accounting company in Istanbul, Turkey we offer specific solutions to foreigner wanting to start business in Turkey. One of the main necessities for foreign companie is to obtain a residence permit. Beside company formation, we offer residence permit service to our clients when setting up their business in Istanbul or throughout Turkey.
For long-term residency in Turkey, the applicant should submit the following documents to the local police department:

  • 4 passport-size photos
  • Passport
  • Photocopies of the following pages of the passport: the page bearing the applicant’s photo, the page stamped at the last entry, the page indicating the validity and expiry date of the passport
  • A bank statement or a currency exchange slip reflecting to an asset in the amount of 300 USD for each month Documents required to apply for a residence permit for work purposes:
  • 4 passport-size photos
  • Passport
  • Photocopies of the following pages of the passport: the page bearing the applicant’s photo, the page stamped at the last entry, the page indicating the validity and expiry dates of the passport
  • The original and a copy of the work permit issued by the Ministry of Labor and Social Security
  • Work Permit

    Obtaining a Work Permit in Turkey
    We understand needs that appear after setting up a company in Turkey. Some newly opened companies wish to hire foreign staff under their payroll. As an accounting firm in Turkey we help our clients to acquire work permit for their expatriate personnel.
    Foreigners requiring a work permit in Turkey can apply inside or outside of Turkey.

  • Foreigners residing outside of Turkey can apply to the Turkish Consulate located in their country of residence or country of citizenship
  • Foreigners who have a valid residence permit (valid for a minimum of 6 months, except for residence permits for educational purposes) can apply directly to the Ministry of Labor and Social Security For further details or assistance with regards to obtaining work permit, we are ready to help you and your expatriate personnel.