VAT · Export Refund
VAT refund for Turkish exporters (KDV iadesi)
Exports are zero-rated for Turkish VAT, but you still pay KDV on local costs. That accumulated input VAT is refundable. Done right, it's a working-capital boost of 10–20% of your export costs. Done wrong, it's a multi-year tax office dispute.
Who this is for
- Amazon FBA and e-commerce exporters
- Turkish manufacturers exporting to EU / US / ME
- Service exporters (software, engineering, consulting) billing foreign clients
- Tourism services invoicing in foreign currency to non-residents
What's included
- Monthly export-invoice vs. input-VAT ratio tracking
- VAT refund file preparation (list of vendor invoices, export declarations, bank receipts)
- Filing with the tax office (below YMM tasdik threshold) — YMM partner for larger amounts
- Response to tax office queries and documentation requests
- Refund tracking and follow-up until cash hits your account
Scope & SMMM disclosure
We deliver the full engagement under SMMM (Certified Public Accountant) scope — preparation, filings, advisory, and ongoing compliance. For YMM certification reports, statutory audits, and court representation we coordinate with vetted partners. You get one point of contact and one invoice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a VAT refund take?
Typically 2–4 months from filing if the file is clean. Tax-office queries can extend this to 6–12 months. Electronic filing (KDV iade listesi) speeds the process.
What's the YMM threshold?
KDV refund amounts above an annually-set YMM threshold require a YMM-signed attestation report. We coordinate with a partner YMM when needed — one invoice on your side.
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