Managing Your Dutch (BV) Company from Turkey: 2026 Legal Risk Analysis

The digital bridge between the Netherlands and Turkey makes the home-office working model attractive for many professionals. However, managing the operations of a Netherlands-based BV (Besloten Vennootschap) from Turkey is not merely a change of residence; it also requires careful management of complex financial and legal processes.

What Is Vaste Inrichting (Permanent Establishment)?
Vaste Inrichting refers to the risk of a Dutch company becoming an “unintended” tax resident in Turkey. If company personnel make strategic decisions or conduct active sales from Turkey, the Turkish Ministry of Treasury and Finance may classify this situation as a permanent establishment.

Consequences of this situation include:

• The Dutch company becoming subject to corporate income tax in Turkey

• Retroactive tax penalties

• Complex double taxation issues

Social Security: Why Is the TR/NL 1 Certificate Mandatory?
To avoid losing your social security rights in the Netherlands—especially AOW and Anw—the social security agreement signed between the two countries in 1966 is of critical importance. Under the remote working regulations applicable in 2026, you must formalize your stay in Turkey with the TR/NL 1 certificate. Otherwise, you may face significant gaps or reductions in your pension contributions.

2026 Economic Data: Payroll and Employment Costs
As of 2026, the increase of the minimum wage in Turkey to TRY 28,075 has made payroll calculations more complex for Dutch employers. Aligning Dutch gross salaries with Turkey’s SGK contribution ceilings and income tax brackets requires professional support, such as an Employer of Record (EOR) or local payroll consultancy.

Conclusion
Establishing a solid financial infrastructure before leaving Amsterdam helps prevent potential legal disputes in the future. As CEKA Legal, we stand by your side in managing all processes across the Netherlands–Turkey corridor.