A Tax ID Number  is the essential identification number for any registration and financial transaction in Turkey. The identification numbers of all Turkish citizens are automatically their tax identification numbers. A tax identification number is a ten-digit number assigned to individuals.

Foreigners must have a tax number for; open a bank account, buy real estate, subscribe to public services, obtain insurance, obtain health services, carry out notarial procedures, apply for a residence permit, etc.

Obtaining a tax number is a simple process. You need to go to a local tax office and apply. The only documents required for this transaction are “the original passport” and “a copy of the passport”. Registration is free. Once registered, your social security number will also be monitored on the screens of all Turkish financial institutions, including banks, so that you can also open a bank account.

This transaction usually takes about fifteen minutes. After receiving the tax identification number, you can open your bank account and carry out official transactions.