Step-by-Step Guide: How Foreigners Can Buy Property in Turkey (2025)
Thinking about buying a property in Turkey?
Whether you’re looking for an investment, a holiday home, or a place to settle permanently, Turkey offers an excellent real estate market for foreigners.
Buying a house here is much easier than you might think — especially with the right guidance!
Here’s your complete step-by-step guide:
First, decide where and what type of property you want:
- Istanbul: High rental income and capital appreciation.
- Bodrum, Antalya, Fethiye: Ideal for vacation homes.
- Ankara, Izmir: Great for urban living at affordable prices.
Tip: Work with experienced agents like Best House Turkey to access the best properties — often commission-free!
All foreigners need a Turkish Tax ID Number to complete any legal transaction.
- At any local tax office,
- Or easily online through the Revenue Administration website.
- A copy of your passport,
- Your address details.
You must pay for the property through a Turkish bank account.
- Passport,
- Turkish tax number,
- Proof of address (from your home country or Turkey).
Good to know:
International transfers are simple and secure with Turkish banks.
- Sign a preliminary sales agreement (usually bilingual, Turkish-English)
- Pay a deposit (typically around 10% of the price),
- Agree on payment terms.
- Ownership verification,
- No outstanding debts or mortgages.
Since 2019, all property purchases by foreigners must have an official valuation report.
This ensures the property’s market value is correct (important for citizenship or residency applications too).
- Complete payment,
- Pay the title deed registration fees (~4% of the property price),
- Sign the Tapu transfer documents at the Land Registry Office.
Congratulations — you are officially a property owner in Turkey!
- Any amount: → You can apply for a renewable residence permit.
- $400,000 or more: → You can apply directly for Turkish citizenship for yourself and your family.
Best House Turkey can assist you throughout the entire residency or citizenship process!
- Access to commission-free properties,
- Full legal assistance with trusted lawyers,
- Fast and secure transactions,
- Dedicated after-sales service (utilities, furniture, residence permit applications, and more).
Ready to buy your dream property in Turkey?
[Contact Best House Turkey today] — your trusted real estate partner for a smooth and successful investment journey!