Türkiye: The New Global Hub for Technology, Talent, and Startup

At the crossroads of East and West, Türkiye is rapidly transforming into a global hub for technology and innovation. With its unique history, vibrant culture, modern infrastructure, and strategic location, the country is positioning itself as the creative hub of the future — and it wants the world’s brightest talent and most ambitious startups to be part of the journey.

Launched by the Ministry of Industry and Technology, the Türkiye Tech Visa is an exclusive invitation program designed for technology experts with critical skills and startups with groundbreaking ideas.

The program offers a wide range of privileges, including:

• A 3-year work permit exclusive to Türkiye Tech Visa holders
• Simplified residence permit processes for families
• Tax exemptions in technology development zones
• Comprehensive healthcare assurance
• Office opportunities in technoparks and incubation centers
• Venture capital investments and financing support
• Mentorship and consultancy for growth
• And a dedicated partner to ease integration into the Turkish tech ecosystem

With these incentives, Türkiye is not only opening its doors to global talent but also ensuring that innovators find the right environment to scale their ambitions.

Türkiye’s fast-growing technology ecosystem already hosts world-renowned projects, from unmanned aerial vehicles to electric cars, and continues to expand across artificial intelligence, fintech, biotechnology, and more.

For startups, Türkiye offers fertile ground to grow, supported by government incentives, a large domestic market, competitive talent costs, and quick access to global markets.

For tech professionals, the country provides opportunities to work on future-shaping projects alongside motivated teams in state-of-the-art facilities.

Türkiye’s ambition is clear: not just to attract talent, but to build global champions. The Turcorn 100 Program, supported by the Ministry of Industry and Technology, aims to help startups on their journey to becoming unicorns — “Turcorns.”

At GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai — one of the world’s largest technology and AI events — Sadullah Uzun, Director General of National Technology at the Ministry of Industry and Technology, told Anadolu Agency that Türkiye is determined to accelerate the global journey of its tech entrepreneurs:

“Our mission is to support startups on their journey to becoming Turcorns and help them access global investors faster. By 2030, we aim for the total valuation of our Turcorns to reach $100 billion.”

Uzun highlighted that more than 7,000 companies and 200,000 participants attended the event, including 2,000 startups, many of which were able to connect with investors. Türkiye also introduced its unique Turcorn Lounge concept, where startups met potential partners and investors in a dynamic environment that blended networking with Turkish hospitality.

The program already includes dozens of promising ventures, some of which are securing international contracts and attracting global investors.

• Advanced Technology Ecosystem with strong R&D support
• Highly educated, young population
• Modern lifestyle and vibrant culture
• Comprehensive healthcare system
• Government incentives and support mechanisms
• Strategic location at the heart of global markets

Türkiye is not only at the geographic center of the world — it is determined to become the center of technological innovation as well.

Türkiye is extending an invitation to visionaries:

Whether you are a tech expert seeking groundbreaking opportunities, or a startup ready to scale globally, Türkiye offers the springboard to unlock your true potential.