AboutVictoria Williams Expertise Happy to advise on most matters that effect foreigners and expats living in Turkey especially restaurants, property, legal matters and general bureaucracy. Not very well informed about boats, flora & fauna...
Experience I have worked in Tourism, PR and property consultancy in the Bodrum area since 1995 and am presently involved in assisting foreigners with a wide range of legal matters via an established firm. A year spent in Istanbul in 2002-03 followed by regular trips means I can also provide some assistance in that area too.
Education/Credentials Registered with the Turkish Department of Education as a qualified real estate consultant & Turkish/English translator.
Question Hello victoria,
i have bought a business in Turkey but am not a Turkish citizen and do not have work permission. if i do not take a wage from the company may i run all aspects of my business legally?
Answer Dear Em,
How much you can do depends a lot on the activities and visibility of the business. You can be officially appointed and act as the manager of the company and claim a wage for this as long as you are not seen to be working outside of this capacity. For example, if your business is a restaurant, you can be present at all times, overseeing the day to day running but you cannot serve customers or work in the kitchen. I hope this is clear enough.
