Antalya OSB Technopark was established in partnership with the Antalya Organized Industrial Zone, the Antalya Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Antalya Bilim University, Akdeniz University, and Genç Organize Sanayi Derneği (GOSD). Located within the boundaries of Antalya OSB, the Technopark spans an investment area of 40,471 m², with 19,589 m² of enclosed space dedicated to administrative units, technology offices, prototype workshops, and incubation centers. It stands out due to its location within the industrial zone and its proximity to the founding universities.
A structure has been developed to support technology-focused entrepreneurship at the Antalya OSB Teknopark Incubation Center. Consultancy and mentoring services are provided to entrepreneurs in the prototype/product development phase or those looking to make their first sale with newly launched ventures, validate their market, and grow by connecting with investors and corporate companies to develop their ideas or projects. Entrepreneurs are offered all the essential resources they need, such as open office spaces, entrepreneurship training, technical infrastructure support, and access to workshop facilities. Additionally, necessary consultancy is provided to help entrepreneurs attract the attention of investors and funds, support their internationalization efforts, connect with angel investors and seed capital, meet investors, and reach potential customers.
According to the Technology Development Zones Law No. 4691, the following supports and exemptions are provided to entrepreneurial companies:
Income and Corporate Tax Exemption for Companies and Entrepreneurs
Income and corporate tax exemptions are granted for earnings derived exclusively from R&D, design, and software activities within the Zone, applicable until 31.12.2028.
Income Tax Exemption
Until 31.12.2028, the income tax calculated on the salaries of R&D, design, and support personnel working in the region will be waived after applying the minimum living allowance, and it will be deducted from the taxes accruing on the submitted withholding tax return. Documents related to these salaries are exempt from stamp duty.
Salaries of support personnel are also exempt. For instance, employees in human resources, accounting, and finance departments are considered support personnel. The number of support personnel eligible for income tax withholding exemptions and employer’s share of social security premiums cannot exceed 10% of the number of R&D and design personnel. For companies with up to 15 employees in the region, this ratio is increased to 20%.
Permission for R&D and Design Personnel to Work Outside the Region
As per the Presidential Decree No. 32413 dated 28.12.2023, until 31.12.2024, information technology personnel, whose roles are determined by the Ministry of Industry and Technology, are granted 100% permission to work outside the region, while other project personnel are granted 75% permission to work outside the region.
VAT Exemption
Entrepreneurs operating in the Technopark are exempt from VAT on goods and services they produce, such as system management, data management, business applications, sector-specific internet services, games, mobile applications, and military command and control software. Starting from 01.01.2019, the VAT paid on software sales exempted from VAT in Technoparks can be deducted from the VAT return.
Employer's Social Security Premium Support
Under Law No. 4691, the employer’s share of social security premiums for personnel whose income is exempt from income tax is covered by a fund allocated from the Ministry of Finance’s budget, based on the salaries paid to these employees.
Stamp Duty Exemption
There are no exemptions from stamp duty for items other than salaries. The management company is exempt from stamp duty and fees for documents and transactions related to the implementation of this law.
Stamp Duty on Salaries
Salaries paid to R&D and support personnel working in technology development zones under Law No. 4691 are exempt from stamp duty.
Customs Duty Exemption
Goods imported for use in R&D, innovation, and design projects are exempt from customs duties, as well as from stamp duty and fees related to documents and transactions associated with these imports. Entrepreneurs benefiting from this exemption in the zone must submit their requests to the regional management company using the application form and annexes determined by the General Directorate of Science and Technology. The regional management company will assess whether the requested imported goods meet the project’s criteria. If deemed suitable, the management company will submit the application for the imported goods to the Ministry of Science and Technology through the Ministry of Customs and Trade’s Single Window System, and the General Directorate will assess and notify the Ministry of Customs and Trade through the system.
Qualified Personnel Support
Technology Development Zone companies that employ R&D personnel with at least a bachelor's degree in basic sciences will receive support for up to two years. The Ministry of Science, Industry, and Technology will cover the cost of up to the monthly gross amount of the minimum wage for each R&D personnel employed. However, the total support provided to each company within the Technology Development Zone cannot exceed 10% of the total number of employees in the company during that month.
Antalya OSB Teknopark offers a wide range of services to entrepreneurs and technology-focused companies. Modern meeting rooms, seminar halls and social areas allow entrepreneurs to collaborate effectively. In addition, the cafeteria, rest areas and other social facilities within the Teknopark provide a comfortable working environment for employees. Entrepreneurs are guided in their business development processes. Entrepreneurs are guided in their business development processes. Training and information seminars help entrepreneurs increase their sectoral knowledge.
We held the seminar titled “Globalization Steps and Export Supports” in collaboration with System Global Consultancy, with the participation of our entrepreneurs. During the seminar, expert speakers shared valuable insights into the key challenges companies face during the globalization process, along with proposed solutions, market and competitor analysis, and marketing strategies.Additionally, participants were informed about the support programs offered by the Ministry of Trade of the Republic of Turkey, including application procedures and eligibility requirements. We will continue to support and guide our entrepreneurs on their journey toward globalization.
If you are considering expanding into international markets or are already engaged in exporting, we invite you to our informational seminar titled "Globalization Steps and Export Supports", organized in collaboration with Sistem Global Consulting, one of Turkey's leading consulting firms.In this seminar, experts in the field will share comprehensive information, strategies, and government support programs related to entering and expanding in international markets.
We attended the Batı Akdeniz Girişimcilik Ekosistemi Platformu (BAGEP) meeting. At the BAGEP meeting, which brought together representatives from institutions supporting entrepreneurship in the provinces of Antalya, Isparta, and Burdur, we discussed upcoming entrepreneurship events and evaluated our potential collaborative activities.
AOSB 3. Kısım Mah. 40. Cad. Antalya OSB Teknopark Hizmet Binası No:4 Kat:3/310 Döşemealtı- ANTALYA
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