Turkey has become one of the world's most attractive sourcing destinations — European-standard quality, competitive prices, and a strategic location connecting three continents. Here's how to import from Turkey the right way.
1. Why Turkey?
Turkey is the world's 5th largest textile exporter, a top-10 machinery producer, and a leading supplier of construction materials, furniture, and food products. Lead times to Europe, MENA, and Africa are 1-3 weeks — versus 4-8 weeks from East Asia.
2. Define Your Requirements
Before contacting suppliers, prepare: exact product specs, target quantity, quality standards/certifications needed (CE, ISO, Halal), your target unit price, and destination port. Detailed RFQs get 3× better responses.
3. Find Verified Suppliers
The biggest risk in international sourcing is middlemen posing as manufacturers. On Mall Of Türkiye, every supplier is verified against the Turkish trade registry before being listed — you deal with real factories.
4. Request Quotations (RFQ)
Submit one RFQ and receive multiple competing quotes. Compare not just price but: MOQ, lead time, payment terms, and Incoterms. EXW means factory-gate price; FOB includes loading at Turkish port; CIF includes shipping + insurance to your port.
5. Payment Terms That Protect You
Standard practice: 30% deposit via bank transfer (T/T), 70% against copy of Bill of Lading. For large orders, use a Letter of Credit (L/C). Never pay 100% upfront to a new supplier.
6. Quality Control
Always order a Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI) from a third party before final payment. It costs $200-400 and prevents the most expensive mistakes in importing.
7. Shipping & Documents
Required: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, and product certificates. Sea freight from Mersin/Istanbul reaches most of MENA and Africa in 1-3 weeks, Europe in days.
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Submit your first RFQ free on Mall Of Türkiye — verified quotes within 24-48 hours.