Name change in Russia
Larisa Murygina asks:
Hello. Can you tell me if the information about me is updated in the Turkish system if I have changed my last name in Russia?
Expert answers (2)
(Turkish Riviera Homes)
Information about the name change is not updated automatically.
If you have changed your last name (for example, after marriage), you need to update your TAPU information. This will require:
Apostille a document confirming a change of surname (for example, a marriage certificate).
Translate this document into Turkish and have the translation notarized.
Submit documents to the Cadastral Office for making changes to the TAPU.
Taxes and fees
When making changes to the TAPU related to the change of last name, no direct data change tax is charged. However, there may be associated costs:
State fee for making changes — the amount depends on the type of change and the current tariffs of the Cadastral Administration.
Translation services — if the documents are submitted in a foreign language, translation and certification from a sworn translator will be required.
Translation services
The presence of a sworn translator is mandatory for foreigners who do not speak Turkish in any actions with TAPU, including making changes. Even if you are not planning to buy/sell real estate, if you change your TAPU information, you may need an interpreter to certify the translation of the documents.
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Replacement of the surname in the passport
The period for replacing the passport after the name change is 6 months. After this period, the passport is considered invalid. To replace it, you will need:
A document confirming the change of surname (for example, a marriage certificate with an apostille and translation).
An application to the consular institution.
Additional expenses
In addition to the state fee and translation services, the following costs may arise::
Payment for notary services for the certification of the translation of documents.
Additional fees when submitting documents to government agencies.
Recommendations
Before starting the procedure, check the current tariffs and requirements with the Cadastral Office at the location of the property.
Check if all the documents have been translated and certified in accordance with Turkish law.
If you are not sure about the correctness of the paperwork, contact a lawyer or a real estate specialist in Turkey.
For accurate information about current rates and requirements, it is recommended to contact official sources or local lawyers.
If you have changed your last name (for example, after marriage), you need to update your TAPU information. This will require:
Apostille a document confirming a change of surname (for example, a marriage certificate).
Translate this document into Turkish and have the translation notarized.
Submit documents to the Cadastral Office for making changes to the TAPU.
Taxes and fees
When making changes to the TAPU related to the change of last name, no direct data change tax is charged. However, there may be associated costs:
State fee for making changes — the amount depends on the type of change and the current tariffs of the Cadastral Administration.
Translation services — if the documents are submitted in a foreign language, translation and certification from a sworn translator will be required.
Translation services
The presence of a sworn translator is mandatory for foreigners who do not speak Turkish in any actions with TAPU, including making changes. Even if you are not planning to buy/sell real estate, if you change your TAPU information, you may need an interpreter to certify the translation of the documents.
profitrealestate.ru +1
Replacement of the surname in the passport
The period for replacing the passport after the name change is 6 months. After this period, the passport is considered invalid. To replace it, you will need:
A document confirming the change of surname (for example, a marriage certificate with an apostille and translation).
An application to the consular institution.
Additional expenses
In addition to the state fee and translation services, the following costs may arise::
Payment for notary services for the certification of the translation of documents.
Additional fees when submitting documents to government agencies.
Recommendations
Before starting the procedure, check the current tariffs and requirements with the Cadastral Office at the location of the property.
Check if all the documents have been translated and certified in accordance with Turkish law.
If you are not sure about the correctness of the paperwork, contact a lawyer or a real estate specialist in Turkey.
For accurate information about current rates and requirements, it is recommended to contact official sources or local lawyers.
6.11.2025
(Uptrend Homes)
Good afternoon, the information is not automatically updated. All documents in Turkey will need to be updated manually. To do this, provide a basis for changing the surname (for example, a marriage certificate) with an apostille, translated into Turkish. The tax number can be updated for free. To do this, you need to contact the tax service, and you will need to pay a cadastral fee for the tap.
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