Practical Information for Foreigners buying a property in Turkey

On this page, you can find practical information for foreigners buying a property in Turkey. The rules and legislations regarding buying a home in Turkey are subject to change. We follow the developments regarding the rules for foreigners purchasing real estate in Turkey and keep this section updated with the latest rules and information.

New law allows Turkish Notaries to execute property sales in addition to the land registry office

Real estate purchase and sale transactions can also be made at notary offices in addition to land registry offices in Turkey. The new regulation's implementation date is planned to take place on 1 July 2023.

10 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Property in Turkey

Are you thinking of buying a property abroad? In the last few years, massive developments have taken place in certain cities of the country, so the value of Turkish Real Estate has reached a place where it is being noticed worldwide

List of restricted districts for Residence Permit in Turkey

According to the new law, as of June 2022, some over-populated districts will be restricted for residency permit applicants.

New regulation requiring foreign real estate buyers to buy Turkish Lira as of 24 January 2022

According to the new regulation, foreign property buyers in Turkey need to submit the document to the land registry (Tapu) office, showing the purchase of Turkish Lira for the exact amount of sales price.

Mortgage for foreigners in Turkey

Can a foreigner get a mortgage in Turkey to purchase a house? All the questions about foreigners getting mortgages in Turkey are answered in this article.

How to pay property taxes in Turkey?

As soon as you become the owner of Turkish property, you are liable for paying taxes. Which taxes these are, and when they need to be paid, is explained in this article.

Different ways to get a Turkish passport in 2021

Moving to Turkey is possible in different ways, and it is possible to get a Turkish passport and use Turkish social service just like a Turkish citizen.

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How to buy Turkish property online

Web-Tapu allows all transactions related to online sales, land registration, and mortgages. Turkey Expert, as a leading real estate company in Istanbul offers online buying services.

6 Top Locations to Buy Property in Turkey

The number of investors sliding towards investing in overseas real estate is increasing every year. Investing in overseas real estate is now the new normal, and Turkey is one of the top countries for overseas real estate investments. But where should you choose to invest your hard-earned money? We will give you an overview of the Top six locations to invest in property in Turkey.

Using an independent solicitor when buying a property in Turkey

Choosing an independent property solicitor in Turkey will ensure peace of mind throughout the process of purchase. We think a solicitor who has close relations with the seller will not be objective enough, here in Turkey Expert, we put special emphasis on using an independent solicitor.

When buying a property in a foreign company, a common question that strikes one's mind will be; "Do I need a lawyer to buy a property in Turkey?" Here is a compilation of important legal aspects related to property purchase in Turkey along with how taking a lawyer’s guidance would benefit you.

Do I need home insurance in Turkey

Every owner of a Turkish property needs to get the national earthquake insurance, called DASK.

The DASK will be done before the Tapu transfer to be able to complete the paperwork.

How much does it cost to buy a property in Turkey?

When you buy a home in Turkey, there will be costs to register the property in your name. These costs are divided into variable and fixed costs and are the same for Turkish and foreign citizens. Read here, which fees are associated with the Tapu transfer.

Rental income declaration in Turkey

Buying a property in Turkey to generate rental income is a popular business. Many building companies in Istanbul or other cities offer rental guaranteed apartments with home management packages. But can a foreign person rent out a property in Turkey? And how does a foreign citizen pay rental income tax? In this article, we explain how rental income taxation in Turkey works.

Step by step property buying guide in Turkey

You are interested in buying a property in Turkey and don't know where to start? This article might help you to get an overview of the steps to follow when purchasing a second home in Turkey.

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