In a Turkey CBI property case, the agency, lawyer and developer have different functions—and none can replace the official evidence. Türkiye’s Investment Office describes the USD 400,000 property route, the title-deed resale restriction of at least three years, and the documents required for land-registry procedures.
Agency: coordinator, not the decision-maker
An agency can coordinate schedules, translations and communications. Do not treat branding, a sales presentation or a referral fee as proof that a property qualifies. Ask for written scope, conflict disclosure, service fees and the documents that will be used to evidence eligibility.
Lawyer: independent legal review
Local counsel should independently review title, representation authority, transaction documents and the legal sequence. The official guidance expressly identifies documentation for representation where a third party acts. Agree whether the lawyer represents you alone, the seller, or another party before signing.
Developer: seller and delivery counterparty
A developer provides the property and project documentation. Its commercial interest is different from your diligence interest. Test the developer’s corporate identity, contract, delivery status, title chain, valuation basis and payment instructions. Keep seller documents separate from the lawyer’s advice.
The file that matters
For the official property route, reconcile the property value, title deed, payment evidence and three-year resale restriction. The Investment Office lists these official elements. A marketing statement cannot cure a broken payment trail or an ineligible title restriction.
Questions to send before paying
Who is appointed by whom? What is each party’s fee and conflict? Which documents will be delivered before transfer? Who checks the title and valuation? How are funds paid and recorded? What happens if the asset cannot produce the needed eligibility evidence?
Does an agency approve citizenship?
No. The official route is administered by public authorities; a service provider cannot decide eligibility.
Can one adviser represent every party?
It may create conflicts. Obtain a written conflict disclosure and independent legal advice before relying on a shared adviser.
