Knowledge Base
Technopark Advantages
Tax exemptions, government support, and ecosystem opportunities of being located in a Technology Development Zone under Law No. 4691.
%100
Corporate Tax Exemption
Until 31.12.2028
%95
Income Tax Withholding Exemption
On R&D personnel salaries
%50
Social Security Employer Share
Covered by the Treasury
%0
VAT
On software sales
An ecosystem that multiplies R&D and innovation.
Technology Development Zones are not merely a settlement area — they are a comprehensive incentive framework that directly boosts the competitiveness of R&D and software companies through tax exemptions, personnel support, and strategic ecosystem advantages provided by the state.
Companies operating within Dijitalpark Teknokent benefit directly from all of these advantages while also gaining access to university collaboration, TTO services, and an international network.
Tax and Financial Support
Corporate Tax Exemption
Earnings from R&D, software, and design activities are exempt from corporate tax until 31.12.2028.
Income Tax Withholding Exemption
Income tax withholding on the salaries of R&D, design, and support personnel is exempt at rates between 80% and 95%.
VAT Exemption
No VAT is applied to sales of system management, data management, mobile, internet, and sector-specific software.
Stamp Duty Exemption
Contracts and documents issued within the scope of R&D and software activities are exempt from stamp duty.
Customs Duty Exemption
The import of all kinds of tools, equipment, and software to be used in R&D projects is exempt from customs duty.
R&D Deduction
The entire amount of R&D expenditure can be additionally deducted from the corporate tax base — the total tax advantage multiplies.
Inside vs. outside the technopark
* Rates are provided for general information within the framework of legislation in effect for 2026.
Personnel Support
Social Security Employer Share Support
50% of the social security employer share for R&D and design personnel is covered by the Treasury.
Incentive for PhD Personnel
Additional tax and salary support is provided for employing personnel with a PhD or a degree in basic sciences (mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology).
University–Industry Collaboration
Faculty members can develop projects by participating in R&D activities at companies in the zone; university resources become directly accessible.
Ecosystem and Infrastructure
Ready Infrastructure
Offices, laboratories, prototype workshop, fiber internet, security, meeting areas — operational from day one.
Incubation & Acceleration
Programs such as BİGG, Tech in Cube, and FINEXT for early-stage startups; mentor and investor connections.
International Network
Dijitalpark London office, access to Horizon Europe and Eureka programs, export and trade fair support.
Being part of a technopark is not just a tax advantage — it is also the gateway to bonds built with universities, investors, and international business partners.
Ready to benefit from the advantages?
Apply to Dijitalpark Teknokent and become part of the ecosystem.