Turkish law topic · 4 articles
Certificate of Inheritance
A document showing the status of heir and the shares of inheritance, obtained from a notary or the civil court of peace. It is a precondition for land registry, bank and tax transactions and remains valid until the contrary is proven.
Guides and Articles
Turkish Inheritance Certificate for Foreigners and Heirs Abroad
Foreign heirs may need an inheritance certificate usable in Turkey before banks, land registry offices or courts act on an estate.
Inheritance in Turkey for Foreign Heirs: Property, Documents and Procedure
Foreign heirs may need Turkish inheritance documents, title deed procedures and legal review before transferring inherited assets in Turkey.
What Happens to Property in Turkey When a Foreigner Dies?
A practical guide to title deed transfer, inheritance documents and court issues when a foreign national dies owning property in Turkey.
Can Inheritance Matters in Türkiye Be Handled Entirely by Power of Attorney?
A properly drafted and authenticated power of attorney allows most Turkish inheritance steps to be completed without the heir travelling to Türkiye.
Related Legislation
- Turkish Civil Code, Art. 598
Topic Map
- Considered together with
- Distribution of InheritanceInheritance and Gift Tax in Türkiye
- Procedural links
- Heirship under Turkish LawEstate of the Deceased
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