The Validity of Powers of Attorney Executed Abroad in Turkey

It is often necessary for our citizens living abroad or for foreigners to arrange a power of attorney to conduct their transactions in Turkey. However, certain conditions must be met for the powers of attorney executed abroad to be valid in Turkey.

In this article, we explain step by step how powers of attorney executed abroad can become valid in Turkey.

1. Powers of Attorney Certified with an Apostille

Powers of attorney executed in countries that are parties to the Hague Apostille Convention can become valid in Turkey when an apostille is obtained.

• An apostille must be obtained from the competent authority of the relevant country after the power of attorney is executed.

• An apostilled power of attorney can be used directly in Turkey.

2. Powers of Attorney Not Covered by Apostille or Without Apostille Certification

If the country where the power of attorney is executed is not part of the apostille system or if no apostille has been obtained, a different procedure must be followed:

• Firstly, the power of attorney must be approved by the Turkish Consulate in the country where it was executed.

• Subsequently, this power of attorney brought to Turkey must be certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey.

Once this process is completed, the power of attorney can be used for official transactions in Turkey.

3. Differences May Vary by Country

Since each country may have different practices, the validity process of the power of attorney may vary by country. It is of great importance to obtain expert support to avoid any incorrect procedures and to ensure that the process proceeds smoothly.

Conclusion

To ensure that powers of attorney executed abroad are valid in Turkey, procedures such as apostille, consulate approval, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs certification exist. However, these processes may differ from country to country.

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