Real Estate Investment Turkey
Investor Education

The Ultimate
Buyer’s Guide

A comprehensive roadmap to navigating the Turkish real estate market—from initial search to receiving your Title Deed.

The Step-by-Step Process

01

Property Selection

Research locations based on your goals: Istanbul for high ROI, Bodrum for luxury lifestyle, or Antalya for holiday rentals.

02

Inspection Tour

Visit the properties in person or via Virtual Tour. We verify the developer’s history and project licenses before your visit.

03

Deposit & Contract

Once a property is chosen, a reservation deposit is paid (usually $5,000 - $10,000) and a sales contract is signed in front of a notary.

04

Tax ID & Bank Account

We assist you in obtaining a Turkish Tax ID and opening a local bank account. This is mandatory for the property transfer and utility setup.

05

Appraisal Report

An independent valuation (SPK) is required by Turkish law for all foreign buyers to ensure the price reflects the true market value.

06

Title Deed (TAPU)

The final transfer happens at the Land Registry Office. Once the Tapu is in your name, you are the 100% legal owner of the property.

Required Documents

  • Valid Passport (Notarized Translation)
  • Turkish Tax Number (Vergi Numarası)
  • 4 Biometric Passport Photos
  • Appraisal Report (Valuation)

Purchase Costs

Type of Expense Approx. Percentage
Title Deed Transfer Tax 4%
VAT (KDV) 1% - 10% (Exemptible)
Legal & Notary Fees ~1%

* Foreign buyers may be eligible for VAT exemption if they meet specific criteria.

Buying for
Citizenship?

Turkey offers a streamlined Citizenship by Investment program. By purchasing property worth **$400,000** or more, you and your family can obtain Turkish passports within 4-6 months.

No residency requirement
Spouse & children under 18 included
Resell property after 3 years

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