U.S. Market Entry
& Expansion
ULF — A cross-border legal advisory platform established exclusively for the U.S. affairs of Turkish companies.
The Legal Bridge Between
TURKEY and the U.S.
ULF New York provides comprehensive legal advisory services for Turkish companies entering, growing, investing in, and operating within the United States market.
From company formation and investment structuring to distribution agreements, mergers and acquisitions, commercial disputes, and strategic partnerships — we guide our clients through every step.
We provide end-to-end legal infrastructure for Turkish entrepreneurs, investors, manufacturers, technology companies, and family businesses seeking to operate in the United States.
Real Estate & Construction Law
Turkey — Ranked Submission
Uçar Law Firm — the founding firm of ULF NEW YORK — has submitted its application to The Legal 500 EMEA 2027 rankings in the Real Estate & Construction Law — Turkey category, reflecting over 1,200 files handled and deep expertise in Turkish real estate litigation and construction contracts.
With You at Every Step
in America
U.S. Market Entry & Corporate Structuring
Delaware & New York entity formation, state registrations, foreign qualification, holding structures, and parent–subsidiary arrangements for Turkish businesses entering the U.S. market.
Regulatory Compliance & Licensing
Federal and state licensing, sector-specific permits, AML/KYC compliance programs, CFIUS filings, and ongoing regulatory advisory for Turkish companies operating in the U.S.
Commercial Contracts & Cross-Border Transactions
Distribution, franchise, licensing, supply, OEM/ODM, technology transfer, and strategic partnership agreements. FIDIC construction contracts and international arbitration.
M&A, Joint Ventures & Strategic Partnerships
End-to-end M&A advisory, share purchase agreements, joint venture structuring, private equity transactions, and strategic alliance agreements for Turkish companies.
Disputes, Arbitration & Risk Management
Representation in U.S. courts and international arbitration (ICC, ICSID, AAA). Cross-border contract disputes, shareholder conflicts, trade disputes, and risk advisory.
Employment, HR & Executive Mobility
U.S. employment contracts, non-compete and confidentiality agreements, HR policy frameworks, executive compensation, and workforce compliance for Turkish companies with U.S. operations.
International Trade, Distribution & Supply Chains
Export structures, distribution networks, customs compliance, OFAC sanctions, Section 232 tariff analysis, and cross-border supply chain agreements for Turkish exporters.
Intellectual Property & Technology Law
Trademark registration and enforcement, patent strategy, trade secret protection, IP licensing, technology transfer agreements, and digital asset advisory for Turkish innovators.
Real Estate, Hospitality & Investment
Hotels, branded residences, multifamily, office, and industrial property acquisitions. Residential property with dollar-denominated rental income. CFIUS risk assessment.
Banking, Finance & Capital Markets
Loan agreements, security arrangements, project finance, bond issuances, and capital markets advisory for Turkish companies accessing U.S. financial markets.
Immigration & Investor Visas
E-2 treaty investor, EB-5 immigrant investor, O-1, L-1, and other business visa strategies. Comprehensive immigration planning for Turkish executives and entrepreneurs.
Tax Planning & Structuring
U.S. federal and state tax planning, transfer pricing, tax treaty analysis between Turkey and the U.S., and optimal holding structures to minimize tax exposure.
Construction & Infrastructure Contracts
FIDIC-based EPC, turnkey, and design-build contracts. Construction dispute resolution, contractor and subcontractor agreements, and infrastructure project advisory.
Government Relations & Public Procurement
U.S. federal and state government contracting, FAR compliance, public procurement advisory, and government relations strategy for Turkish companies pursuing U.S. public sector opportunities.
Who Do We
Work With?
ULF New York exclusively serves Turkish companies, investors, and entrepreneurs pursuing opportunities in the United States.
"We built ULF New York for one purpose: to make the U.S. market accessible to Turkish businesses with the same legal rigor that American companies take for granted."
Global Legal Excellence
New York
Rockefeller Center Office
İstanbul
Maslak Giz 2000 Plaza
One Firm.
Two Markets.
Turkish Law
Deep knowledge of Turkish corporate and commercial law.
U.S. Market Strategy
Practical guidance on entering and growing in the American market.
Cross-Border Transactions
Seamless execution of complex international deals.
International Contracts
One of the most comprehensive international contract practices among Turkish business law firms.
Corporate Structuring
Optimal entity and holding structures for U.S. operations.
Investment Advisory
Structuring Turkish capital for U.S. real estate, M&A, and venture investments.
Real Estate & Hospitality
Hotels, multifamily, office, and mixed-use asset acquisitions.
International Dispute Resolution
Representation before U.S. courts and international arbitral tribunals.
Bridging Business Between
TURKEY and the U.S.
The New York Desk serves as a dedicated platform for Turkish companies, investors, and entrepreneurs pursuing opportunities in the United States.
Whether establishing a U.S. company, acquiring an American business, investing in real estate, negotiating a distribution network, or entering strategic partnerships — ULF provides coordinated legal support throughout the entire process.
Our mission: To help Turkish businesses establish, grow and succeed in the United States with confidence.
Contracts Between
TURKEY & the U.S.
From defense and franchise to M&A, energy, and infrastructure — ULF New York prepares and negotiates the full spectrum of international agreements between Turkish and American parties.
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in the Field
Active participation in Türkiye–U.S. business diplomacy through TABA, AmCham, and DEİK platforms.
TABA–AmCham Türkiye–U.S. Business Forum
Key Official Links
Direct access to U.S. and TURKEY–U.S. trade, commerce, and regulatory institutions.
Trade & Commerce
Business Formation
U.S. Small Business Administration
Register a business, licenses, permits & federal resources
sba.govNew York State — Business Registration
LLC, corporation & partnership formation in New York
dos.ny.govNYC Department of Small Business Services
NYC business licenses, permits & local regulations
nyc.gov/sbsTürkiye–U.S. Platforms
Investment & Finance
What's Changing in
U.S. & Turkish Law
Key regulatory and legislative developments affecting Turkish companies operating in or entering the U.S. market.
United States
Section 301 Tariff Review — Turkey on Watch List; New Rates Effective September 2026
USTR's Section 301 investigation into Turkish trade practices in steel, aluminum, and textiles reaches its final decision deadline on September 15, 2026. Preliminary findings indicate potential additional tariffs of 15–25% on certain Turkish goods. Affected companies had until August 15 to submit objection comments and request exemptions for specific product categories.
Affected: Turkish steel, aluminum & textile exporters to the U.S.
ULF Note: Turkish exporters should review their product classifications and prepare contingency pricing structures ahead of the September 15 decision.
Corporate Transparency Act — FinCEN BOI Reporting Deadline: August 1, 2026
Following the Supreme Court's June 2026 ruling upholding the Corporate Transparency Act, FinCEN set August 1, 2026 as the firm deadline for all existing U.S. entities to file Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reports. Every LLC, C-Corp, S-Corp, LP and similar entity registered in any U.S. state — including Turkish parent companies and individual owners holding 25% or more — must report. Non-filers face daily civil penalties of $591.
Affected: All Turkish-owned U.S. entities (LLC, Corp, LP)
ULF Note: If your U.S. entity has not yet filed a BOI report, seek legal counsel immediately — penalties accrue daily.
DHS Ends "Duration of Status" for F, J and I Visa Holders — Fixed Expiration Dates from September 15, 2026
DHS issued a final rule replacing indefinite "duration of status" admission for F academic students, J exchange visitors, and I foreign-media representatives with fixed expiration dates, effective September 15, 2026. F and J admissions will generally be limited to the program period with a maximum of four years. The rule also reduces the F-1 post-program departure period from 60 to 30 days and restricts graduate-level program changes and school transfers.
Affected: F, J and I visa holders; Turkish companies sponsoring U.S. employees
ULF Note: Turkish companies with F or J visa holders on staff should audit I-94 expiration dates before September 15 and update HR onboarding procedures.
TURKEY
IRS Form 5472 Filing Deadline — September 15, 2026 for Extended Filers
Foreign-owned U.S. companies and foreign-owned single-member LLCs — including those with Turkish parent entities — must file IRS Form 5472 (Information Return of a Foreign-Owned U.S. Corporation) by September 15, 2026, the extended deadline for calendar-year filers. Form 5472 must report all reportable transactions between the U.S. entity and its foreign owner or related parties.
Affected: Foreign-owned U.S. companies with Turkish parent entities
ULF Note: Failure to file Form 5472 carries a $25,000 penalty per form. Turkish parent companies should confirm filing status with their U.S. tax counsel immediately.
FATCA Compliance Deadline — Turkish Financial Institutions Must Meet Updated U.S. Reporting Standards
Turkish banks and financial institutions that received IRS FATCA compliance notices in May 2026 must meet updated U.S. account holder reporting standards by September 1, 2026. Non-compliant Turkish institutions face 30% withholding on all U.S.-sourced payments, including correspondent banking transfers, securities income, and loan repayments.
Affected: Turkish banks and financial institutions with U.S. account holders
ULF Note: Turkish companies with U.S. banking relationships should confirm their financial institution's FATCA compliance status to avoid disruption to cross-border payments.
CFIUS Annual Compliance Certifications Due — August 1, 2026
Turkish investors and companies operating under active CFIUS mitigation agreements (National Security Agreements, Letters of Assurance, or Proxy Agreements) must submit annual compliance certifications to the CFIUS monitoring agency by August 1, 2026. Certifications must verify compliance with all agreement conditions, including security protocols, board structure, data handling, and facility access restrictions.
Affected: Turkish investors operating under CFIUS mitigation agreements
ULF Note: Failure to submit CFIUS annual certifications on time can trigger a formal review and jeopardize the underlying investment approval.
Upcoming Deadlines
Q3 2026
Critical compliance deadlines for Turkish companies and investors operating in the U.S. market.
Trump Tariff Pause Expires
Country-specific reciprocal rates above 10% may be reinstated for Turkey.
FinCEN BOI Report Deadline
$591/day civil penalty for all U.S. entities that have not yet filed.
Section 301 Turkey — Exclusion Requests
Last day to file product exclusion requests before the September 15 final determination.
FATCA — Turkish Bank Compliance
30% withholding on U.S.-source payments through non-compliant Turkish banks begins.
IRS Form 5472 Extended Deadline
Foreign-owned U.S. LLCs & corporations. $25,000 per-form penalty for non-filers.
FBAR Extended Deadline
U.S. persons with Turkish bank accounts exceeding $10,000 at any point in 2025.
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Today in the United States of America
M&A transactions, acquisitions, and major contracts
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Representative Transactions
Selected M&A & Cross-Border
Transaction Experience
Turkish Industrial Conglomerate — U.S. Manufacturing Acquisition
CFIUS pre-filing assessment, HSR merger control filing, Delaware purchase agreement negotiation, and post-closing integration structuring.
PE-Backed Acquisition of Turkish Logistics Platform
Turkish FDI Law compliance, share purchase agreement, management incentive plan, and leveraged financing arrangements. $120M transaction.
New York Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Acquisition
FIRPTA structuring, LLC formation, title due diligence, financing negotiations, and NYC transfer tax compliance. $85M mixed-use portfolio.
Energy Infrastructure Joint Venture — Turkey & Gulf
Three-party JV between Turkish energy company, U.S. infrastructure fund, and Gulf sovereign wealth fund. Project financing and OFAC compliance. $350M.
Matters described are representative. Certain details modified to preserve client confidentiality.
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