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What is the difference between a branch and a liaison office?

A branch is a structure that can conduct commercial activity and generate income on behalf of the parent company. A liaison office, by contrast, cannot directly earn commercial income in Türkiye; it is usually established for purposes such as market research, representation, and coordination. We determine together which one suits your objectives.

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A branch is a structure that can conduct commercial activity and generate income on behalf of the parent company. A liaison office, by contrast, cannot directly earn commercial income in Türkiye; it is usually established for purposes such as market research, representation, and coordination. We determine together which one suits your objectives.

A branch is a structure that can conduct commercial activity and generate income on behalf of the parent company. A liaison office, by contrast, cannot directly earn commercial income in Türkiye; it is usually established for purposes such as market research, representation, and coordination. We determine together which one suits your objectives.

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