Associations are groups of persons with legal personality, formed by constantly combining their knowledge and work, in order to achieve a specific and common purpose other than sharing profits.
At least 7 real or legal persons with legal capacity can establish associations without prior permission. However, although prior permission is not required, the establishment notification should be made to the highest civilian authority of the place where the association will be established in order for the association to gain legal personality.
Which documents are required to be submitted for incorporation procedures?
- 2 bylaws of the association, each page of which is signed by the founders,
- In case there are legal entities among the founders of the association; Titles, places of residence and establishment documents of these legal entities, as well as a photocopy of the decision taken on this subject, provided that the real persons authorized by the bodies of the legal entities are indicated,
- In case there are associations or non-profit organizations other than foreign associations or foundations among the founders, a written statement signed by the founders of the association stating that these legal persons are permitted by the Ministry of Interior to become founders of associations,
- If there are foreign nationals among the founders, photocopies of documents showing that they have the right to settle in Turkey,
-A list stating the name, surname, place of residence and signatures of the person or persons authorized to receive correspondence and notifications.
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