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Everything you need to know about the power of attorney (Vekaletname) in Turkey A power of attorney (Vekaletname) is an official document that lets someone you trust act on your behalf before government offices, banks, courts and the land registry. Whether you’re a student who needs a procedure completed while you’re away, or a resident instructing a lawyer, the question is the same: how do I issue it, and where? The short answer: you can issue it at a Turkish notary, from ab

A complete guide to correctly translating and certifying your high school diploma to ensure it's accepted by Turkish universities in 2026 Translating and certifying your high school diploma is one of the most critical steps in your Turkish university application file — even a small error can lead to your file being rejected or your registration delayed. This guide covers everything you need to know to get your diploma accepted without issues. Why This Step Is So Sensitive Tur

Can documents be translated online before traveling to Turkey? Yes. Most official documents can be translated by a certified/sworn translator (Yeminli Tercüme) remotely, from your home country, before you travel to Turkey — simply by sending high-quality scanned copies to an accredited translation office. However, some final notarization steps (Noter approval) may require your physical presence in Turkey, or a representative acting on your behalf. This article walks you throu