How to Export in Turkey, Road Map and Steps to Follow for Exporting

Below I am giving a general roadmap that you need to follow step by step to export in Turkey. But keep in mind that the export process can be complex and there may be different requirements for each industry and product. Therefore, it is important to contact official sources and experts.

Product and Market Research:

Research whether there is demand in the international market for the product or service you want to export.

Identify potential target markets and assess the competitive situation in these markets.

Legal and Regulatory Actions:

To export in Turkey, you may first need to establish a company.

Obtain the necessary permits and licenses for export. This may vary depending on the type of your product and your target market.

Product Compliance and Certification:

Verify if the product you want to export complies with the import rules and standards of the destination country or region.

Provide the necessary documentation. These documents are important for customs clearance and export permits.

Pricing and Cost Analysis:

When determining your export price, consider production costs, logistics costs, competitive prices of the target market, and other factors.

International Marketing and Communication:

Create marketing strategies to reach your potential customers.

Provide easy access to international customers by making your website multilingual.

Promote your product and company by attending export fairs or participating in other trade events.

Shipping and Logistics:

Make agreements with international transport and logistics companies and plan transport processes.

Take the necessary measures to ensure that the export transactions take place safely and smoothly.

Payment Methods and Assurance:

Determine the appropriate payment methods to get the value of your exports. This may include options such as open account, letter of credit or cash payment.

Use a variety of methods to establish trust between buyer and seller in international trade, for example, bank letters of guarantee or insurance policies.

Customs Procedures and Documents:

Arrange the customs documents required for export transactions and follow the customs processes.

Correctly determine the customs codes of the products to be exported and make appropriate assessments to avoid any disruptions during customs clearance.

After Sales Support and Customer Relations:

Maintain communication with customers and offer after-sales support. It is important for customer satisfaction and repetitive business volume.

Risk management:

Take precautions against the risks brought by international trade and manage the risks. Consider issues such as currency fluctuations, political risks, payment risks.

The above steps reflect an overall export process. Note that each industry and product may have different requirements. If you want to export in Turkey, it will be beneficial for you to get support from official institutions such as the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) and foreign trade experts.