The Birth Certificate of a Corporation
A Commercial Register (in Turkey, primarily the Ticaret Sicil Gazetesi or the Ticaret Sicil Tasdiknamesi) is the official public record that documents the legal existence, structure, and current status of a business entity. It is the definitive proof of a company’s registration, authorized signatories, capital, and headquarters.
For any company engaging in international trade, banking, or legal expansion, the certified translation of its Commercial Register records is mandatory for:
- International Banking: Opening corporate accounts abroad and passing “Know Your Customer” (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks.
- Foreign Tenders and Contracts: Proving the legal capacity of the company and the authority of its representatives to sign binding agreements.
- Cross-Border Incorporation: Establishing branches, subsidiaries, or representative offices in foreign jurisdictions.
- Visa and Residency for Business: Documenting the legitimacy of a company for the purpose of obtaining business or investor visas for its founders or employees.
Translating a Commercial Register requires specialized expertise in corporate law and administrative terminology. Errors in translating capital amounts, the scope of business (NACE codes), or the specific powers of authorized signatories can result in the immediate rejection of bank applications or legal filings.
As Aspendos Tercüme ve Danışmanlık Hizmetleri A.Ş., with over 15 years of experience in high-stakes corporate and sworn document translation, and holding international quality certifications ISO 17100 and ISO 9001, we ensure your business identity is recognized and legally valid in any foreign market.
Corporate and Legal Integrity Guaranteed: Our Certified Translation Process
We prioritize the technical and legal accuracy demanded by foreign governments and financial institutions:
- Corporate Law Specialists: Your Commercial Register documents are translated exclusively by Sworn Translators who specialize in commercial law and are familiar with the specific terminology used by Chambers of Commerce and Trade Registries.
- ISO 17100:2015 Compliance: We utilize a mandatory two-step Quality Assurance process (Translator + Legal/Corporate Reviewer). The reviewer meticulously checks all registration numbers, capital figures, company titles, and authorized signatory details against the original gazette or certificate.
- Certified/Sworn Translation: We provide an official Sworn/Certified Translation recognized by international banks, trade registries, and government agencies worldwide.
- Notarization and Apostille Services: We manage the entire process of obtaining Notary Public approval and the Apostille certification, which is essential for proving the authenticity of corporate documents for international use under the Hague Convention.
- Confidentiality (ISO 9001:2015): We guarantee the absolute confidentiality of your company’s internal structure and financial registration data.
Key Commercial Register Elements We Translate
We focus on the precise translation of the core data that defines your business:
| Document Element | Turkish Term (Example) | Critical Translation Focus |
| Company Title | Ticaret Unvanı | The exact, full legal name of the entity. |
| Registration Number | Sicil Numarası / Mersis No | Precise transcription of official identification numbers. |
| Capital Information | Sermaye Miktarı ve Paylar | Accurate rendering of total capital and share distribution. |
| Signatory Authority | Temsil ve İlzam / İmza Sirküleri | Detailed translation of who can bind the company and how. |
| Business Scope | Amaç ve Konu | The specific legal activities the company is authorized to perform. |
| Management | Yönetim Kurulu / Müdürler Kurulu | Accurate names and titles of the governing body members. |
24/7 Strategic Support for International Trade
Global business moves fast, and tender or banking deadlines are often non-negotiable:
- 24/7 Active Service: Our dedicated project management team is available around the clock to handle urgent corporate translation and authentication requests, ensuring you can meet all submission deadlines.
- Contact Us Now: For immediate service, competitive quotes, and consultation on the specific certification requirements (Notarization, Apostille) for your target country, please contact our dedicated corporate support lines: 0537 923 70 72 and 0532 631 48 12.