Frequently Asked Questions
What people ask us
In short: In short: IABOC provides strategic consulting services to companies in the areas of foreign trade and investment. The scope of work and timeline are finalized following the initial consultation; if necessary, we coordinate with your customs broker and other experts.
Request a meetingWhich companies do you work with?
We mainly work with manufacturers exporting for the first time and with SMEs expanding into a new market. We also support foreign companies looking for suppliers or investment opportunities in Türkiye.
Do you handle customs procedures?
No. Customs declarations are the job of licensed customs brokers. We plan the document list, delivery terms and timing with you and work in coordination with your broker.
How long does a market research project take?
It depends on the scope; projects covering one country and one product group usually take three to six weeks. We confirm the exact timeline in writing after the first meeting.
Do you attend meetings abroad with us?
Yes. In countries where we have representative offices we attend buyer and distributor meetings in person; elsewhere we run online meetings together.
How is the work priced?
Each project is priced according to its scope. After the first meeting we send a written proposal covering the scope, timeline and fee; work does not start until the proposal is approved.
How do we get started?
In the first meeting we listen to your product and your goals. We then share the scope, timeline and deliverables in writing.