How is a power of attorney issued?

A power of attorney drawn up before a notary is needed before an attorney can represent you. It is issued by applying to any notary with your identity document; the office states in advance which type is needed and which powers it has to contain.

Points that matter in practice:

• Divorce cases and certain other matters require a power of attorney with a photograph.
• Acts such as acceptance, waiver, settlement or sale have to be listed as special authorities.
• For a company, signing authority has to match the trade registry records.
• From abroad, a power of attorney can be issued by a Turkish consulate.

A power of attorney on its own does not mean the office has taken on the matter; that is a separate decision.