R&D Center Consulting

R&D and Design Centers established under Law No. 5746 on Supporting Research, Development and Design Activities offer highly attractive incentives, including corporate tax deductions, employer social security premium support for R&D personnel, customs duty exemptions, and stamp tax exemptions. Approved by the Ministry of Industry and Technology, these structures represent not only a strong innovation infrastructure but also one of the most effective tools for strategic tax planning. The R&D Center application process is both technically and administratively complex, requiring the integration of multiple components such as feasibility studies, personnel qualifications, project portfolios, and budget planning.

A&A Consulting manages the entire process end-to-end, providing active support at every stage, from application preparation and Ministry evaluation to approval and ongoing operational management of the center. We assess the company’s business activities, personnel profile, and project capacity to determine whether an R&D Center or a Design Center structure offers the most strategic advantage.

All documentation required by the Ministry, including feasibility reports, organizational charts, facility layouts, and project summaries, is prepared comprehensively and in full compliance with regulatory requirements. We support the planning of R&D personnel structures by evaluating full-time employment ratios, educational backgrounds, and experience levels in line with applicable legislation. In addition, we help define R&D projects that align with Technology Readiness Level (TRL) classifications and meet Ministry expectations.

To maximize the incentives and exemptions available under Law No. 5746, we conduct tax benefit simulations and provide strategic guidance on incentive utilization. We also support preparation for visits and evaluations conducted by the R&D Center Evaluation and Audit Committee and represent organizations throughout the assessment process.

Following approval, we continue to provide support through the implementation of project management methodologies, expenditure tracking systems, and the preparation of periodic Ministry audit files. Furthermore, we help organizations create synergies between their R&D Center activities and funding opportunities offered by TÜBİTAK and KOSGEB, enabling them to evaluate and benefit from complementary grant and incentive mechanisms.