At the moment, citizens of 183 countries can acquire real estate in our country and there are no restrictions in this regard except for Syrians only among the residents of Arab countries. It is important to point out that there is no fundamental difference between Turkish citizens and foreigners regarding the processes and procedures for purchasing real estate.

The purchase of real estate in Turkey is subject to strict procedural requirements. A sale can only take place in the Tapu Registration Department, which is known in Turkish as Tapu Müdürlüğü; This is after a date to be determined. As usual, the official Turkish translation of passports and identity documents for foreign investors is not required, basic copies of documents are sufficient, however, for identity documents issued in any alphabet other than the Latin alphabet the official translation is through Turkish embassies, consulates or notaries Turks exclusively. It is important to note that there is a special privilege for Palestinian citizens, as they can purchase real estate through any identity document or passport other than the identity document and passport issued.

 

4% of the total selling price must be paid to the Land Registry Directorate and the Land Registry for official transaction fees. According to the main rules, this fee must be shared between the investor (buyer) and the seller, however, any agreement providing for a change in this participation will be valid.