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Inheriting property in Turkey while living in Germany
Steps for inheriting Turkish real estate while living in Germany: heirs, inheritance evidence, property records and power of attorney.
Steps for inheriting Turkish real estate while living in Germany: heirs, inheritance evidence, property records and power of attorney.
If you live in Germany and inherit real estate in Turkey, first determine the heirs and the inheritance evidence required for the Turkish procedure. The Turkish property transfer process can then be prepared.
First determine the estate
Identify the deceased, the heirs, the Turkish property, any existing will and any inheritance certificate already issued.
Then determine the Turkish procedure
Depending on the case, the Turkish process may require inheritance evidence, civil-status records, translations, certifications, power of attorney and property records.
Do I have to travel?
Not in every case. Representation may be possible if a properly drafted power of attorney can be used for the intended transaction.
Multiple heirs
Where more than one heir is involved, the process should address how decisions, transfers or a potential sale will be handled.