title: Is valuation mandatory for CBI purchases? updated: 2025-09-08 lang: en summary: Yes; an authorized and recent valuation report is required for foreign buyers in the CBI context.

Legal basis (TR)

• CBI implementing regulations
• SPK-authorized valuation framework
• Tapu procedures for foreign acquisitions

Step-by-step

1. Engage a SPK-authorized valuation firm.
2. Ensure the report date is within the valid window at filing.
3. Align contractual sale price with the valuation (avoid threshold risk).
4. Correct deficiencies (liens, incomplete docs) before Tapu annotation.

Risks & warnings

• Outdated or non-authorized reports are rejected.
• Valuation below the threshold can halt the CBI process.

Official sources

• https://www.spk.gov.tr
• https://www.tkgm.gov.tr

Disclaimer: Informational only; not legal advice.