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How to find a verified surveyor in Türkiye
Choosing the right independent surveyor is the single biggest protection a foreign buyer in Türkiye has. Here is what to look for, how to verify credentials, what it costs, the mistake to avoid — and how Outpost matches you to a verified one.
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Why an independent surveyor matters in Türkiye
After the February 2023 earthquakes, structural quality is the critical risk. An independent engineer verifies the building's age, occupancy licence (iskan) and earthquake-code compliance — the developer won't volunteer problems, and the SPK valuation covers price, not safety.
How to verify a surveyor in Türkiye
In Türkiye, two checks matter: the compulsory SPK-licensed valuation (GEDAŞ for citizenship files) for value, and an independent structural assessment by a qualified inşaat mühendisi (civil engineer) for condition — especially post-2023.
Typical fees
The valuation is a fixed regulated fee; an independent structural assessment is extra and well worth it on pre-2000 stock.
The mistake to avoid
Trusting the developer's assurances on structural safety, or treating the GEDAŞ valuation as a condition survey — it isn't. Commission an independent engineer for anything older or in a high-risk zone.
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Apply to the founding cohort →Frequently asked
Does the GEDAŞ valuation check the building is safe?
No — it establishes market value for the purchase and the citizenship threshold, not structural condition. For safety, especially post-2023, commission an independent civil engineer's assessment.
What should I check structurally in Türkiye?
The building's age and occupancy licence (iskan), and earthquake-code compliance. For anything built before 2000 or in a high-risk zone, an independent inşaat mühendisi assessment is essential.