Standard ProgrammeArt. 34
Sustainability project costs
ESG certifications, consultancy, audits, training, dedicated staff and reporting under an approved sustainability project. A separate programme that stacks on top
Key facts
| Programme | Standard Programme |
|---|---|
| Decision article | Art. 34 of Decision No. 10962 |
| Circular article | Art. 85 of the implementing circular |
| Support rate | 50% |
| Target-country rate | 50% everywhere |
| Total cap | 20 000 000 ₺ ≈ $417,537 |
| Duration | Up to 5 years |
| When to file | Pre-approval first, then claim after the activity or payment. |
What is covered
- ESG certifications, consultancy, audits, training, dedicated sustainability staff and sustainability reporting under an approved five-year sustainability project
- A one-off sustainability roadmap prepared with an accredited consultancy
How claiming works
Pre-approval first, then claim after the activity or payment.
- Pay from the Turkish company's bank account or company card, and keep the invoice, contract and payment record together.
- We assemble the evidence pack and file the claim in DYS to the Services Exporters' Association (HÄ°B) as the examining body.
- If anything is missing, the reviewer gives three months to complete it (extendable by three more).
- Support is paid in Turkish lira into the company account, typically one to three months after filing.
Rules worth knowing
- Requires project approval and an approved roadmap before claims can be filed
- Stacks on top of the Standard or Branding Programme
Documents you will need
- Invoice issued to the Turkish company
- Proof of payment from the company account or company card (bank statement, SWIFT, or card statement)
- Contract, order confirmation or platform agreement
- Evidence that the activity is aimed at foreign markets
Frequently asked
How long do I have to file?
Six months from the payment date. Multiple payments for the same activity are filed together, each within its own six-month window.
Is VAT reimbursed too?
Yes. Support is calculated on the invoice amount including indirect taxes, and foreign-currency invoices are converted at the Central Bank rate on the payment date.