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Top 10 Reasons for Digital Nomads to Move to Turkey

admin — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 16:19:46 +0000

By Bayram Kont | Executive Consultant

If there is a digital age, there will also be travelers of this revolution: Digital Nomads. A new working model and a new lifestyle are taking place on the stage. Digital nomadism is an undeniably increasing trend worldwide. There are over 35 million digital nomads in 2021 worldwide. Digital nomads generally combine remote work and travel for various reasons. Passionate about new adventures, they know how to make the most of new technologies and only need an internet connection to work from anywhere in the world.

The world is globalizing and digitalizing; internet and online meeting technologies are developing rapidly. Now, doing business remotely from anywhere worldwide has become a common practice. The Covid-19 pandemic has both ignited the method of working remotely and made it more permanent.

If there is a digital age, there will also be travelers of this revolution: Digital Nomads. A new working model and a new lifestyle are taking place on the stage. Digital nomadism is an undeniably increasing trend worldwide. There are over 35 million digital nomads in 2021 worldwide. Digital nomads generally combine remote work and travel for various reasons. Passionate about new adventures, they know how to make the most of new technologies and only need an internet connection to work from anywhere in the world.

Talented professionals have become more demanding to work remotely and flexibly. Highly skilled employees not only choose the projects and companies they want to work with but also decide which country in the world and which fascinating cities to work in. It can be a seaside, a forest in green, the summit of a mountain, an extraordinary historical place with its cultural texture, or a holiday resort famous for its crazy entertainment.

What Makes Turkey Attractive Hotspot for Digital Nomads?

At the heart of 3 continents, Turkey, the cradle of hundreds of civilizations in the past, hosts more than 30 million tourists a year. Turkey, a wonderful country for digital nomads to move to, is recently one of the rising and popular digital nomad destinations, whether of the weather, the remote working infrastructure, the cost of living, or the exhilarating lifestyle the country offers.

Turkey, which has a free exchange regime, convertible currency, and a free-market economy open to the world, ranks 21st in terms of economic size. As a member of NATO, Turkey seeks to join the European Union soon and is carrying out membership negotiations. It is a country of prosperity and possibilities for a person with an income who can easily access all kinds of products and services.

Turkey has a modern and highly developed banking infrastructure and payments system at European standards. You can freely transfer money from anywhere, spend as you wish with your credit card, and quickly withdraw money from bank ATMs.

In this article, we put forth the top 10 reasons why Turkey should be on digital nomads’ radar.

1. Ease of Obtaining a Visa

Even though there is no dedicated digital nomad visa program in Turkey, digital nomads can move to Turkey quickly. Citizens of countries with an e-visa agreement with Turkey may apply seamlessly and get the visa online. The e-visa is for touristic purposes only and is not valid for working or student visas. After your e-visa is issued, you can print or save the document sent to your e-mail and present it at the airport and border control.

There are 16 countries where citizens can enter Turkey with their national IDs and 8 countries with their expired passports. (Useful link: https://www.mfa.gov.tr/general-information-about-turkish-visas.en.mfa )

A Turkish tourist visa allows you to visit and stay in Turkey for up to 90 days within any 180 days. To stay longer than this, you will need to apply for a one-year Turkish residency visa, which involves staying at one address, getting rental contracts, and providing you have the income to sustain your life. While on a tourist or residency visa, you cannot work, but many digital nomads already have their work stream, which comes from online sources worldwide, and their bank accounts in their home country.

2. Low Costs of Living

Turkey is a heaven for digital nomads who earn the valued currencies (dollars or euros etc. ) because the cost of living is relatively low compared to developed countries. The low value of the Turkish lira against other foreign currencies is a determining factor in this.

Most preferred by digital nomads, Istanbul is also one of the most expensive cities in Turkey. As you go to the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts, the cost of living decreases relatively. The accommodation expense takes up the most space in the monthly budget in Istanbul. With 1,000 USD per month, a digital nomad makes a living in Istanbul without difficulty. While living a pretty good life with an income of 2,000 USD, he enjoys a luxurious life with a revenue of 3,000 USD monthly. According to Numbeo data, the cost of living in Istanbul is 75 percent lower than in New York, 60 percent lower than in Berlin and Sydney, 66 percent lower than in London, and 50 percent lower than in Beijing. Read more to get detailed information about the cost of living in Turkey.

Alanya and Kuşadası, among Turkey’s most famous holiday resorts, are the most popular destinations for people from European countries to spend their retirement. The income-based on EUR, meager living costs, mild climate, fascinating natural beauties, and secular local culture significantly impact this preference.

3. Reasonable Internet Speed

According to Speed Test Global Index, Turkey’s wi-fi speeds on mobile and fixed broadband are average 51, and 54 Mbps download speed as of May 2022. Turkey ranks 61st country in the world on mobile internet speed. Turkey also has 4G technology infrastructure in mobile internet. The instantaneous bandwidth that internet operators in Turkey can offer is limited to a maximum of 100 Mbps as of July 2022.

If you’re living in one of the major cities, such as Istanbul, Ankara, İzmir, Antalya, Bursa, your internet speeds are likely to be reliable and stable. You can benefit from fiber internet infrastructure reaching 100 Mbps download speed. However, the more rural you go, the more unpredictable it may become, as with most countries. You can also quickly obtain a SIM card in Turkey from three primary telecommunications providers, Turkcell, Vodafone, and Turk Telekom.

4. Amazing Workplaces

Especially in big cities, there are many modern co-working and office spaces, excellent cafes, fabulous restaurants, and open-air spaces where digital nomads can efficiently work remotely. In these places, the wi-fi infrastructure is quite common, secure, and uninterrupted. There are many venues and networking venues to make new friends and attend enjoyable social events for digital nomads.

You can find a thriving community in major cities such as Istanbul, Izmir, Antalya, etc., with many digital nomads and ex-pats working for international companies. You can go to events such as movies, theater, opera, concerts, or open-air cultural activities throughout the year.

5. Stunning Cities to Live

With over 84 million inhabitants as of the 2021 year spread over two continents, Turkey is the meeting point between East and West – the place where civilizations, mentalities, and cultures fuse. There are many destinations in Turkey where digital nomads can move to and live in, and most lay on the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts. Hardly anyone lives in the eastern region because it is more conservative than the Western side of the country.

Turkey has fascinating cities and places where digital nomads can work remotely while enjoying their holidays. The main ones are Istanbul, Bursa, Yalova, Izmir, Mugla, Antalya, Bodrum, Cesme, Fethiye, Marmaris, Alanya, Kusadasi. Take a look at this article for reading details. Among the factors that make these cities attractive are technological infrastructure suitable for remote working, well-kept and clean beaches, extraordinary natural beauties, a mild climate, diversity of accommodation opportunities, multicultural lifestyle, lively entertainment venues, historical and cultural artifacts, and transportation facilities.

Although a Muslim-majority country, Turkey feels pretty secular and close to Europe. It’s more evident in big cities with their vast shopping malls and supermarkets, global coffee houses, and liberal women’s fashion. There are a variety of different types of lifestyles one can carve for themselves in Turkey. People in Turkey are friendly, extremely social, and hospitable by nature.

Turkey, a member of NATO, has six cities in user-generated database Numbeo’s safety index rankings as of 2021 year. Student-populated Eskişehir ranked number eight on the list with a safety rating of “high.” Bursa, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, and Istanbul were also on the list, with “moderate” and higher safety rankings.

6. Affordable Accommodation

It is easy to find flexible temporary and long-term housing. Accommodation opportunities for digital nomads in Turkey are diversified and highly developed. The quality of service in hotels in Turkey is well above the world average, and hotels suitable for all budgets are widespread in big cities. If staying in hotels is expensive, alternative housing options are available for rent: Airbnb flats and furnished apartments for 1 to 6 months.

In most rural areas, housing is more affordable and offers options such as standalone homes, whereas most accommodation in most cities is more expensive, smaller, and competitive. In cities and most coastal towns in Turkey, you won’t need a car, but private transportation might be a near-necessity in areas off the beaten path. That said, every village in Turkey is serviced by a “dolmuş” minibus system, so it is possible to live immersed in nature yet still connect to your local community and beyond.

7. Moderate Climate and Outstanding Natural Beauties

Turkey’s weather is glorious and one of the rare geographies where someone experiences four seasons simultaneously. The climate in the coastal cities of Turkey, surrounded by seas on 3 sides, is extremely mild. Surrounded by open seas and mountains, the country offers thousands of natural wonders to its inhabitants. It is possible to swim for 6 months in Antalya, Turkey’s tourism capital.

With more than 4,000 vegetation, Turkey is reminiscent of Paradise in terms of natural diversity and beauty. A digital nomad moving to Turkey cruises the stunning authentic beauties of historical mansions at the junction of two seas and two continents with a Bosphorus tour in Istanbul, skis in Bursa Uludağ, breathes a tropical climate by viewing hundreds of shades of green and blue in the Eastern Black Sea Region, witnesses the legendary sunrise on Mount Nemrut, watches exotic fairy chimneys soaring in a balloon in Cappadocia, and enjoys the sea on the enchanting beaches and calm coves of the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas.

Thanks to its climate, Turkey is among the few countries that will organize various events throughout the year. Here are some of the leisure activities you can do: Sailing, swimming, hiking, safari, climbing, golf, paragliding, rafting, diving, mountain biking, forest trekking, historical and island tours, etc.

8. Delicious Turkish Cuisine

Thanks to the wide variety of cultures, Turkey has a rich, fresh, cheap, and healthy cuisine. With its local soups, kebabs, baklavas, Turkish delights, and appetizers suitable for all tastes, Turkish cuisine is diverse enough to make digital nomads experience great bites. It is also easy to access vegan and vegetarian menus in major cities and to taste the delicious dishes of Chinese and Italian cuisine.

Turkey is an agricultural country with many kinds of fruits and vegetables. You can affordably and efficiently find fresh fruits and vegetables all year round in Turkey.

9. Advanced Healthcare Sector

A recent study published in The Lancet ranks Turkey’s healthcare system 60th among 195 countries in the world. In Turkey, you can easily access all kinds of state-of-the-art medical services you need in modern hospitals anywhere at affordable prices. It’s easy to find well-educated and English-speaking medical professionals in Turkey. Health insurance is a must for non-citizens who come to Turkey as tourists.

Turkey is one of the world’s premier destinations for health tourism with competitive prices and successful operation rates, on top of its rich heritage as a cultural destination for tourists. It provides medical services to around 1.2 million medical tourists who come to Turkey most commonly opt for aesthetic surgeries, hair transplantation, heart surgery, orthopedics, oncology, dental health, and in vitro fertilization.

10. Quick Transportation

Digital nomads can travel to most destinations quickly, thanks to more than 55 airports across the country as of 2022. With the developed highways, it is effortless to reach the big cities by buses and cars. High-speed trains, extensive railway networks, and ferries make the city and inter-city journeys faster and more affordable.

All foreign driving licenses are valid in Turkey. You can review this article to learn how to drive in Turkey as a digital nomad. Like Turkish citizens, it’s possible to rent a car by digital nomads easily in Turkey. The concept of renting a vehicle nowadays has become so widespread in Turkey. Today, you can prefer car rental in all provinces of Turkey and all airports. Thanks to some mobile applications and websites, finding a unique and affordable price while renting a car is possible. To learn procedures for renting a car, read this article further.

Tax Review of Remote Working From Turkey to Abroad As a Software Developer

admin — Sun, 26 Jun 2022 04:57:12 +0000

By Bayram Kont | Executive Consultant

This article deals with one of the most frequently asked questions by software developers in Turkey. How will their earnings be taxed if they stay in Turkey and provide software services to companies abroad? Should they provide paid services, or should they set up a company? Is it possible to tax them according to self-employment earnings? What kind of tax deductions and incentives can they benefit from?

While looking for answers to these questions, we did not go into too much technical detail on taxation issues. We preferred the content of the text to be practical and easy to understand. In addition, in this article, we have taken the software developers residing in Turkey (with a residence permit) as a basis. Foreigners who are temporarily in Turkey and provide software services abroad without a residence permit are not included in the scope of this article.

We mainly need to determine the software developers’ service delivery status to examine how to tax their earnings.

Software developers can have three types of service status:

1) Delivering software services to foreign companies with paid status

2) Delivering software services to foreign companies as a freelancer

3) Delivering software services to foreign companies by establishing a company

Now, let’s examine how the taxation will be according to these statuses.

I – Delivering Software Services to Foreign Companies with Paid Status

In the Income Tax Law of Turkey, there is a notable exception provision (Art.23/14-a) for the wages received from employers in foreign countries. With this article, the wages paid in foreign currency by the foreign company/employer, whose legal and business center is not located in Turkey, to the service professionals employed in the liaison offices or regional management centers out of Turkey are exempt from income tax.

What are the conditions to benefit from this tax exemption? Those are:

1) The company abroad must be within the scope of the limited taxpayer. In other words, the legal and business center must be outside Turkey.

2) The company abroad should not engage in any activity in Turkey to generate profit.

3) Wages must be paid to the software developer in foreign currency over the employer’s earnings from outside Turkey.

4) The employee must be a service person, and the payment must be in the nature of wages, which must be documented when requested.

5) The paid fee should not be recorded as an expense in the accounts of the limited taxpayer institution in Turkey.

However, for a software developer to be called an employee of a foreign company, it may not be enough just to sign an employee-employer contract with the foreign company. In case of a dispute, the relevant tax administration in Turkey will receive a payroll, premium, social security number, etc., from the employee. It may also ask for documents like proof and some legal records of the company to which the service is provided. The situation of software developers who cannot provide a convincing justification can be considered consultants, not paid employees, and may be subject to tax accordingly.

Since the wage incomes obtained from abroad that do not meet the above conditions are not subject to withholding (deduction) within the scope of Article 95 of the Income Tax Law, it must be declared as wage income with an annual income tax declaration by the software developer.

II. Delivering Software Services to Foreign Companies as a Self-employed Person

According to Article 65 of the Income Tax Law of Turkey, earnings arising from all kinds of self-employment activities are self-employment earnings. Self-employment activity; It is the execution of non-commercial works based on personal work, scientific or professional knowledge or expertise rather than capital, under personal responsibility, on one’s own behalf and account, without being subject to the employer.

The income of a software developer residing in Turkey (ie, full taxpayer) from abroad is based on his time. In case of not being paid to the employer abroad, it will be considered as self-employment earnings. Taxation subject to self-employment income is in question if the person does not work as a paid employer.

If the software activity is given temporarily, it will be considered as the income obtained from the occasional self-employment activities per Article 82/4 of the GVK. Accordingly, if a net revenue of more than 58,000 TL is achieved in a calendar year (for the year 2022), the income above 58,000 TL will be declared with the annual income tax return and will be subject to tax. When calculating the net income, the costs and expenses incurred for this work will be deducted from the revenue obtained, provided that they are documented.

On the other hand, the income obtained as a result of performing the self-employment activity that we have described above on a continuous basis within a calendar year, not incidentally, will be considered as self-employment income in accordance with Article 65 of the Income Tax Law. In this case, all earnings in a calendar year will be declared and subject to tax.

III- Delivering Software Services to Foreign Companies by Establishing a Company

Mostly, companies abroad prefer to sign a fixed-term contract with the software developers instead of employing them for a fee in the remote working method. In the contracted remote working model, you need to issue an invoice for the service you provide so that the company abroad can pay you. The company abroad does not deal with your domestic tax obligations and takes no responsibility in this regard. It also states these issues in the contract.

Now, after discussing some preliminary information required to establish a company, let’s explain the taxation practices according to company types in Turkey and examine the tax exemptions and incentives in force for software developers.

How Can You Establish a Company in Turkey as a Software Developer? What are Tax Issues and Incentives?

Establishing a company in Turkey is subject to specific procedures. Generally, there are three types of company legal forms in Turkey. These are:

1) Sole proprietorship

2) Limited company

3) Incorporated company

Large-scale corporate companies generally prefer the incorporated company type in Turkey. It does not make sense for a software developer to establish an incorporated company that will provide remote service abroad. So, which one is the most advantageous to set up a sole proprietorship or a limited liability company? The table below compares these two types of companies for a software developer.

Sole Proprietorship

Limited Company

Setting up is as easy as filing a petition.

Although it is not very long and complicated to set up, it is subject to some procedures.

It is easy to liquidate the company.

The company’s liquidation is easier than an incorporated company, and it takes a little longer than a sole proprietorship.

There is no minimum capital requirement for setting up the company.

There is a minimum capital requirement of 10,000 Turkish Lira for setting up the company.

It is generally a one-person company. More than one natural person can also establish a sole proprietorship.

A limited company can also be established as a single person.

The founding partner/person is fully liable for the company’s debts.

The partners or / founder are only responsible for the company’s debts as much as the capital they have invested in the company.

The founder is subject to 4/b insurance system and must pay in premiums.

The founder or partners are subject to 4/b insurance system and must pay in premiums.

Earnings are subject to income tax. It is taxed on a progressive tax basis. The maximum tax rate is 40 percent.

Corporate incomes are subject to corporate tax at the rate of 23.5 percent.

There is a 50 percent income tax exemption in software exports.

There is a 50 percent corporate tax exemption in software exports.

Software services delivered to foreign companies have the right to VAT exemption and VAT refund.

The founder can spend as he wishes after paying all income tax.

Income and profit belong to the company. There is a 10 percent withholding tax for distributing company profits to partners. The partners or founder cannot spend the company’s money as they wish.

Expenses incurred for company activity are tax-deductible. If the VAT charged is more than the VAT to be deducted, a VAT refund may be requested.

The Financial Advisor service fee is lower than a limited company.

The Financial Advisor service fee is lower than an incorporated company and higher than a limited company.

Tax Exemption For Young Entrepreneurs Under 29

The government provides incentives to the young entrepreneurs who meet some conditions. These conditions are:

a) Being a full taxpayer natural person for whom income tax liability has been established for the first time

b) Not complete the age of twenty-nine as of the commencement date of the taxation

c) For their commercial, agricultural, or self-employed activities

d) Notifying the tax office so that you are affiliated within 10 days from the date of employment

e) Overseeing the work yourself.

The portion of these earnings, up to 75,000 Turkish lira, is exempt from income tax during the three taxation periods starting from their activities’ calendar year. In addition, optional insurance (“BAĞKUR” in Turkish) premiums are also exempted for one year.

Entrepreneurs who will provide software services abroad by working remotely can establish a sole proprietorship by fulfilling the above conditions.

Tax Exemption on Software Export

With the additions to both the Income Tax Law and the Corporate Tax Law, 50% of the revenues obtained from the following services provided to those residing abroad from Turkey can be deducted from their income and/or corporate income:

Architecture
Engineering
Design
Software
Medical reporting
Accounting record keeping
Providing call center and data storage services
Education and health services provided subject to the permission and supervision of the relevant ministry.

To Benefit From the Tax Exemption

1- The services mentioned must be provided by companies residing in Turkey, to persons not residing in Turkey, and to companies whose workplace, legal and business center are located abroad.

2- It is necessary to benefit from the service provided abroad. In other words, the service provided should not be related to the activities in Turkey of the company originating abroad. The service provided must be fully utilized abroad.

Services within this scope should be provided to individuals and companies not settled in Turkey, and to non-resident individuals and institutions.

3- To benefit from this exemption, an invoice or similar document must be issued on behalf of the customer abroad.

4- Software and design services should be specified among the main fields of activity written in the articles of association of your company.

Companies that provide design and software services also offer services to people residing in Turkey do not constitute an obstacle to benefiting from the discount. On the other hand, 50% of the income obtained from the design and software services provided only to foreign individuals and institutions is discounted.

5- In addition, as a rule, the service fee must be brought to Turkey in foreign currency. A foreign currency purchase document must be obtained for the service to be exported.

6- Service exports are also exempt from VAT. However, the exception can be used in the period when the foreign currency is brought to the country, not at the time the invoice is issued. In other words, even if the invoice is issued on a date before the export value of the foreign currency was brought into the country, the service export exception will be declared in the declaration of the period in which the foreign currency was brought into the country.

Within the scope of these rules, the revenues of sole proprietorships and capital companies providing software services to foreign companies from these activities are exempt from tax at 50 percent. In addition, VAT will not be calculated for invoices issued for this activity.

Like an export company, companies exporting software can request a refund of the VAT amounts they have incurred for company activities from the tax offices, as they are subject to VAT exemption.

The mentioned 50% discount is also applicable in establishing a business within the scope of Self-Employed Activity.

Which Company Should Be Established? Sole Proprietorship or Limited Company?

Sole proprietorships are subject to income tax law, and their earnings are taxed from 15 percent to max. 40 percent with a progressive tax system. As of 2022, net incomes exceeding 170,000 TL are subject to 35 percent income tax, while net revenues exceeding 880,000 TL are subject to 40 percent income tax. For example, in 2021, a sole proprietorship with an average monthly net revenue of 50,000 TL and a total annual net revenue of 600,000 TL pays 183,500 TL income tax with a progressive tax system. The average tax rate he pays is around 30 percent. Moreover, the sole proprietorships company’s founder can spend the remaining profit as he wishes after paying the income tax. The founding partner is also fully liable for the company’s debts.

On the other hand, limited companies are subject to 23.5 percent corporate tax on their net earnings as of 2022. There is also an additional withholding tax of 10 percent on the distribution of the profits to the company’s partners because the profits earned belong to the company. This way, limited company partners’ tax burden increases up to 33.5 percent. In addition, the founders of limited companies have limited liability for the debts and commitments of the company.

The tax burden of sole proprietorships companies is much less than limited companies. A fifty percent exemption from corporate tax is valid for both company types.

The most crucial advantage of sole proprietorships is that they can be established and liquidated quickly. However, establishing a limited liability company and the follow-up of accounting records and tax liabilities under the consultancy of a financial advisor will mitigate operational burdens on the software developer.

In the light of all this information, it seems more advantageous for a software developer to establish a sole proprietorship as long as his monthly net income does not exceed 1.000,000 TL.

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How to Work Remotely From Turkey For US Companies As a Software Developer?

admin — Sun, 26 Jun 2022 03:44:48 +0000

By Bayram Kont | Executive Consultant

This article comprehensively reveals one of the most curious subjects. How do software developers deliver remote work from Turkey to companies in the USA? The scope of this article is not limited to the US companies but also includes providing the essentials of remote working from Turkey to all companies worldwide.

Today, when the world is going through the industry 4.0 revolution, the remote working model, especially for the software industry, has started to become a general industry practice worldwide, pushing the pandemic conditions. The nature of the software business has also given the remote working a global character. The age of digital nomads began on the back of a laptop that now stays locally and serves companies anywhere in the world and earns globally.

I – Pros and Cons of Working Remotely from Turkey

There are many advantages of remote software development for US companies by staying in Turkey locally. In addition, you may have to consider some disadvantages as well. Now let’s look at these in detail.

Pros of working remotely from Turkey

Here is the list of these advantages:

(+) Attain attractive earnings boosted by the depreciation of the Turkish Lira

(+) Benefit from job diversity opportunities to suit your talents and expectations

(+) Seize opportunities to do business with companies in the USA

(+) Expand your global business capabilities and experience

(+) Invest in your future and boost the strength of your CV

(+) Enhance your business network and skills by connecting different talents

(+) Gain a culture of doing business globally

(+) Update with current developments in your IT business

(+) Enjoy the comfort of remote working and master your own time

Cons of working remotely from Turkey

You need a social security number to serve as a registered employee on a company’s payroll in the United States. You cannot obtain this by residing in Turkey. So, you can work remotely for an American company on a contract basis, not on a payroll basis.

In the contracted working model, the fees paid for the software service you deliver are considered within the scope of earnings, and you have to pay the tax for this in Turkey. Hence, you should establish a company, issue an invoice for your service to the company you serve abroad, and tax your earnings within Turkish financial legislation. Operational processes such as establishing a company, hiring financial advisors, keeping track of your company’s accounts, and closing the company when you no longer provide services abroad can be tedious and time-consuming for you.

On the other hand, you pay insurance premiums according to the 4/B insurance option when you establish a company. This may affect the amount of monthly income you will receive when you retire.

Another issue is the aspect of the job related to socialization and the physical working environment. In the continuous remote working model, you may be deprived of the satisfaction provided by the physical working environment and friendship relationships.

II – Is it Easy for Turkish Software Developers to Find Remote Jobs Abroad?

The digitalization process, which the pandemic has brought to its peak, has ignited the demand for talented and experienced software developers all over the world. On the other hand, the wave of job turnover, known as “The Great Resignation,” results in a considerable skills scarcity in the job market. We advise you to look at this insight to learn further about the great resignation phenomenon for IT talents.

The talent gap in question further increased the bargaining power of talents against employers in determining wages and working conditions. Employers have been keen to implement many talent-valued practices, including remote working models, to attract and retain top talents.

One of the most significant human resources trends of recent years in developed countries, especially in the USA, is also Diversity & Equality & Inclusion. As a result, companies prefer to include employees from different geography and culture in their teams, especially with a remote working model.

We can say that, recently, remote working has been so prevalent in the software industry. Besides the leading trends mentioned above, other dynamics also make it easier for Turkish software developers to find remote jobs abroad (USA, Canada, European Countries, etc.). These are in summary:

(*) The software industry in Turkey is advanced compared to other developing countries, prominently in the finance, telecommunications, healthcare, and retail sectors.

(*) Turkish software developers have a smooth and understandable English accent.

(*) The software developers from Turkey have developed their out-of-box thinking skills and are supportive of doing the right job by using initiative.

(*) The software developers from Turkey quickly adapt to developed Western countries in terms of cultural and business mentality.

(*) The depreciation of the Turkish lira created competitive opportunities on a global level for software developers from Turkey.

III – What is Needed to Work Remotely in a US Company?

1. Finding a company with remote jobs

First, you need to find a company with open remote job positions accepting software developers from abroad. There are several ways to find a company to work for remotely:

a) Obtain a reference from your colleague working in the USA

b) Apply to the online advertisements given by the companies on famous labor marketplace, such as Glassdoors, Indeed, etc.,

c) Research marketplace websites that match software developers with companies in the US

d) Get contacted to recruitment agencies that make contract-based hiring for companies in the USA. iXTalent, an IT recruitment agency, serves in this 4th category. If you are a software developer confident in your skills, you can open the door to a new business life by registering here and leaving your CV.

2. Making job interview

It takes your resume into pre-evaluation after sending it to the company or recruitment agency that suits your expectations, needs, or experiences. If you pass the pre-evaluation stage, you will be included in the shortlist of candidates to be interviewed. Although job interview processes generally differ in each company a bit, the main steps are as follows:

a) English is a must to be able to work remotely for a company abroad. Hence, you can take some online tests to measure your English level. An online meeting can then follow.

b) After you pass the language barrier, online tests that assess your personality and professional competence are usually available. Some firms may also want to conduct a live interview with you to see your technical proficiency and problem-solving approach.

c) In general, recruitment agencies conduct an online interview after the first (a) and (b) stages before allowing the software developer to meet with the company they will serve. The candidate who passes all these stages is included in their pools.

d) At the last stage, the candidate conducts a one or two-stage online job interview with the company staff to whom he will serve. In general, the people he will interview are human resources recruitment managers, the relevant department manager he will work with, and those who work in a higher position.

3. Signing a contract

After the job interviews, if the company has determined you as a suitable candidate for the position, they will make you a job offer. At this stage, you mutually discuss salary, benefits, working hours, annual leaves, business ethics rules, the contract provisions, invoicing, and salary payment issues with the company you will make a contract. After reaching an agreement on these topics, you can start working remotely by signing a mutual agreement.

Sometimes, the party to the contract may be a recruitment agency instead of the company you will serve directly. In this case, the job placement agency continues its relationship and communication with you throughout the service period.

4. Establishing a company in Turkey

In the contract-based remote working model, you need to issue an invoice for the service you provide so that the company in the USA can pay you. In terms of US legislation, issuing invoices is not subject to form requirements as in Turkey. Therefore, the company in the USA does not care about the form of the invoice you issue. You will be solely responsible for billing and taxation. The company states this in the contract it has made with you.

We advise you to review this comprehensive article to grasp an in-depth look at how to establish a company in Turkey and the tax aspects of remote working from Turkey to abroad as a software developer.

IV – How Can We Help You Work Remotely For US Companies?

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Applying to remote jobs through a local recruitment agency in the USA will increase your acceptance because American companies value receiving service through primarily on-site partners. As iXTalent, we are not just a classical recruitment agency that places candidates in job position and ends the relationship. IT talents and companies are our business partners. We sustain a long-term business relationship with them to get happy outcomes together. We sign a hiring agreement with the software developer and the US company separately. This business model means uninterrupted and supportive services for companies in the United States and encourages their willingness to work with us. Join our elegant community of IT talents by signing up for this page and start building your future with better career growth.