Translation Agency in Istanbul: Document Legalization in Turkey (Online)

Turkey has become a second home for many Ukrainians. The huge metropolis of Istanbul, sunny Antalya and Alanya, business-oriented Ankara — our compatriots buy real estate, open businesses, and obtain residence permits here. But eastern hospitality ends where state bureaucracy begins.

Obtaining an Ikamet (residence permit) at the Migration Management (Göç İdaresi), registering property title (TAPU), or registering a marriage requires impeccably prepared documents in Turkish. Turkey has a very strict system: standard translations are not accepted here. A sworn translation (Yeminli Tercüme) certified by a notary is required. "Admiral" Translation Agency will help you navigate this path. We prepare documents in Ukraine (place the Apostille) and ensure translation that meets the requirements of Turkish institutions.

Which Documents We Translate for Turkey

We know the specific requirements of Turkish officials (memurlar).

1. For Ikamet (Göç İdaresi / Residence Permit)

Obtaining a tourist, humanitarian, or tapu-ikamet is the most common request. You will need:

• Translation of birth certificates (for children — mandatory with an Apostille!).

• Translation of marriage certificates (for family residence permits).

• Income statements (to prove financial solvency).

2. Real Estate (TAPU)

Buying an apartment in Turkey grants rights to residency and citizenship. For a transaction at the Land Registry Office (Tapu ve Kadastro Müdürlüğü), you need:

• Translation of buyers' international passports.

• Translation of marriage/birth certificates (if the property is registered to a family).

• Powers of attorney for real estate agents.

3. Marriage and Family (Evlendirme Dairesi)

For registering a marriage with a Turkish citizen at the local Registry Office:

• Translation of the birth certificate.

• Certificate of Marital Status (Affidavit) with Apostille and translation.

4. Citizenship (Vatandaşlık)

• Preparation of a full package of documents for citizenship application by investment or marriage.

• Translation of police clearance certificates.

5. Business and Banks

• Translation of documents for opening an account at Ziraat, VakifBank, or DenizBank.

• Incorporation documents for company registration (LTD Şirketi).

Translation Specifics in Turkey: Notary and Apostille

This is the most important section. Turkey has a clear legalization algorithm.

1. Apostille (Apostil) — The Foundation Turkish state bodies and notaries do not accept Ukrainian documents without an Apostille stamp. This is a requirement of the Hague Convention. If you arrived in Istanbul with a "clean" birth certificate, you may be refused translation. Our Solution: You send us the documents to Kyiv, we place the Apostille at the Ministry of Justice/MFA, and send the ready legalized document to you in Turkey.

2. Sworn Translator (Yeminli Tercüman) In Turkey, only a licensed translator attached to a notary office has the right to perform translations. They affix their signature and seal to the document.

3. Notarial Certification (Noter Tasdiki) After the translator, the document must be taken to a Turkish notary (Noter), who certifies the translator's signature. Attention: Turkish notary services are paid separately and are expensive (price is calculated per page/character). You pay this amount officially at the notary's cashier in Turkey. We can prepare a translation that any Turkish notary will accept, or organize the process "turnkey" via partners.

Delivery to Turkey (Bus / Post)

We have established stable logistics between Ukraine and Turkey.

Ordering Process:

1. Request: Send photos of documents via messengers (Telegram, WhatsApp, Viber).

2. Analysis: We check if you have an Apostille. If not, we offer to place it (this will save you from problems in Turkey).

3. Execution:

   • Placing Apostille (Kyiv).

   • Professional translation into Turkish.

4. Delivery:

   • Express: DHL/FedEx (2-3 days).

   • Economy: Bus routes (Odesa/Kyiv — Istanbul) or post. You pick up the envelope at the bus station (Esenler/Aksaray) or at a PTT/Yurtiçi Kargo branch.

Why Choose "Admiral" Agency

• Apostille Remote Service: The main problem for Ukrainians in Turkey is the lack of an Apostille. We solve this remotely.

• Turkish Requirements Knowledge: We know how to correctly format the "Bekarlık Belgesi" (Certificate of Celibacy) and other specific documents.

• Honesty: We immediately warn about the need for notarization on the spot and provide cost estimates.

• Geography: We send documents not only to Istanbul but also to Antalya, Alanya, Mersin, Izmir.

Cost and Turnaround Time

• Apostille — fixed price (standard/urgent).

• Translation — per document.

Deadlines:

• Apostille + Translation: from 3-5 working days.

• Delivery: depends on the chosen method (bus — 1-2 days, post takes longer).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Will Göç İdaresi accept a translation made in Ukraine? The Migration Management of Turkey requires a translation certified by a Turkish notary. The best algorithm:

1. We place the Apostille in Ukraine.

2. You receive the document in Turkey.

3. Perform translation and certification at a local notary (or we help organize this). A Turkish notary will refuse to certify a document without an Apostille!

Do you translate passports for buying an apartment (TAPU)? Yes, we translate the international passport into Turkish, which is then notarized for the transaction.

Can I translate documents for Ikamet without an Apostille? For the initial application (tourist residence permit), sometimes (depending on the officer's mood and city) a simple translation is accepted. But for renewal or family residence permits, an Apostille on certificates is required in 99% of cases. Do not risk it.

How much does a notary cost in Turkey? This is a state tariff that changes frequently. On average, certifying one page of a document can cost from 500 to 1000 Lira (prices are approximate, depending on text volume).

If you are looking for a reliable translation agency for Turkey that will save you from chasing Apostilles — contact "Admiral". We know the rules of Eastern bureaucracy!

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