What is a Free Sales Certificate?

How to Obtain a Free Sales Certificate in Turkey

To obtain a Free Sales Certificate in Turkey, you need to follow these steps:

1. Ensure Your Product Meets Legal Requirements: The product you wish to export must comply with all relevant regulations in Turkey. For example, cosmetic products must be registered with the Turkish Ministry of Health's Product Tracking System (UTS) and have a "registered" status.

2. Submit Your Application: The exporting company must apply to the relevant authority for a Free Sales Certificate.

   • For cosmetic products: Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TİTCK)

   • For other products: The relevant Ministry or institution

3. Complete the Application Form: During the application process, you must accurately and completely fill out the online application form and pay the application fee.

4. Evaluation: After submitting your application, the authorities will review it to ensure the product meets all legal requirements.

5. Certificate Issuance: If your application is approved, the Free Sales Certificate will be issued and sent to you.

Required Documents

The required documents for a Free Sales Certificate application may vary depending on the product and the relevant authority. Generally, the following documents are requested:

• Application form

• Product information (product name, brand, model, intended use, etc.)

• Manufacturing location and manufacturer information

• Product labels and packaging samples

• Documents demonstrating the legal compliance of the product in Turkey (production permit, declaration of conformity, etc.)

• Test reports (depending on the product)

Who Can Obtain a Free Sales Certificate?

Companies established and legally operating in Turkey can obtain a Free Sales Certificate for the products they manufacture or sell.

Validity Period of a Free Sales Certificate

The validity period of the certificate may vary depending on the product and the importing country. It is usually valid for 1 to 5 years.

Are There Free Free Sales Certificates?

No, you need to pay a fee to obtain a Free Sales Certificate. The fee varies depending on the authority and the type of product.

Additional Information:

• The Free Sales Certificate does not guarantee the quality or effectiveness of the product; it only confirms that it can be legally sold.

• Some countries may require different documents, such as a "Certificate of Origin" or "Certificate of Conformity," instead of a Free Sales Certificate.

• It is important to research the requirements of the country you are exporting to and obtain the necessary documents in advance.

I hope this information is helpful. You can visit the website of the relevant authority or contact them directly for more information about the application process and required documents.