We can provide a one-stop-shop for you, undertaking every procedure necessary to buy property here on your behalf.

Our companies promise is that while all of our resources are avaible to you, we never put potential clients under pressure to buy.

Who Can Buy?

Most foreign nationals can purchase property in Turkey provoding ;

That there is a reciprocal agreement between the government of Turkey and that of the purchaser. The agreement does existbetween Turkey and and the UK, also with the other countries.

That the intended property does not lie within the confines of a military zone.

That the intended property lies within the boundaries of a municipal area, i.e. town or village with more than 2000 registered inhabitants.

These simple regulations are important. Non -Turkish Nationals, who have attempted to outsmart the system by purchasing homes in prohibited zones in the name of a Turkish acquaintance under the protection of a private notarised agreement, have no chance of recovering their property in the event of a dispute.

Property Purchasing Laws and Procedures in Turkey

Foreign people are increasingly interested in purchasing property in Turkey particularly along the southern and western coasts.
Turkey is becoming a popular holiday destination with its immense unspoilt coastline and Mediterranean climate, which offers all-year-round sunshine.
Also buying property in Turkey is seen as a good future investment considering the fact that Turkey is on the verge of becoming a member of the EU and has one of the fastest growing emerging markets in the world.

Here we will give you the essential but general information regarding the path to ownership of a property in Turkey according to Turkish Laws of the Turkish Constitution and what problems might arise during the process.Different properties are subject to different laws(depending on location). Because the following is a general information only, we encourage you to consult an expert or visit our company Kusadasi Properties in Kusadasi.
By doing so you can avoid the possiblity of making mistakes and suffering disappointment. The procedure of buying property in Turkey can be a complex matter therefore a knowledgeable, professional service is essential.

Turkish Property Legislation

Ownership is anchored in article 35 of the Turkish Constitution. The article stipulates that anyone is entitled to ownership and that these rights can only be restricted by other legal stipulations. The restrictions may consist, for instance of zoning schemes, restrictions applicable to foreigners, etc.
The ownership regulations are elaborated in the Turkish Civil Code, article 633. This mainly explains how ownership is acquired. For the purchase of property by a foreign person, the registration of the land is especially important. In Turkey there are regional directorates of the Land Registry Department, which subdivided in provincial or district offices and they are all controlled by the state.

Property Registration and Delivery

In contrast to most European countries, the entry in the property register in Turkey is not performed by a public notary, but by an official of the Property Registration Department. It is a legal requirement for both sides (the seller and the buyer) to be present at the entry. It is possible to authorise another person to do so. As a security measure, it is also advisable to authorise the sale through an official notary.

The delivery of the deed of transfer does not require the intervention of a public notary in Turkey. The only applicable stipulation concerning the delivery is that it takes place in writing. After the entry and delivery the property register issues a proof of ownership, which is called ‘Tapu”. The ownership is only obtained at the moment that the building(s), if under cinstruction, has been completed and the full amount has been paid.

Mainly there are no legal restrictions against Non-Turkish Nationals regarding the acquisition of property ownership. However, the Village Act and the Military Prohibited and Security Areas play an important role; Article 87 of the Village Act denies the right to foreigners to ownership of properties that is outside the centre of a village in case the cadastral division of this area had not been arranged yet or it may belong to the Ministry of Forest.Also, the act regarding Military Prohibited and Security Areas can be an impediment and therefore restrict the acquisition of property by foreigners if the property is located within a particular distance of military sites or strategically important areas.

The major legal restriction mentioned above may in turn change or even be (partly) cancelled by more recent legislation which is closely related to the promotion of the economic position of Turkey, or the adjustment of regulations and laws to EU or tourism promotions for foreigners etc.

Services include

Tours of all suitable properties assume power of attorney via the Public Notary, in order to handle purchase, as well as tax affairs and utility bills on your behalf. Compreheasive after sales services.