Recent developments
On January 29, 2015, Turkey enacted the Law on Regulation of
Retail Trade, regulating the establishment, operation and auditing
of shopping malls, retail dealers, department stores, chain stores,
artisans and craftsmen ("Retailers").
Retailers have one year and, in some instances, up to two years, to
bring their operations into compliance.
What's new
Retail Information System: PERBIS
The Ministry of Customs and Trade will establish a new retail
information system, Perakende Bilgi Sistemi
("PERBIS"), to manage Retailers'
workplace opening and operation licensing applications and create a
database for Retailers.
Applications for workplace opening and operating licenses may
either be made directly to the municipality, provincial special
administration, or other administrative body entitled to grant
workplace opening and operation licenses ("Licensing
Authority"), or through PERBIS.
