Last updated: November 2026 · By Elka Homes (in Alanya since 2006)
Short answer: Foreigners can buy apartments and villas in Alanya. The purchase consists of choosing the property, legal checks, a tax number, a valuation report, DASK earthquake insurance and the title deed (TAPU) transfer. Once the documents are ready, most purchases are completed within a few weeks. The main cost is the title deed fee: 4% of the sale price (by law the buyer and seller pay 2% each; the parties may agree otherwise).
Buying property in Alanya: step by step
- Choosing the property: We shortlist apartments or villas that match your budget and needs. If you cannot travel, we show them on a live video tour.
- Legal checks: We check the title deed for mortgages, liens or annotations, the occupancy permit (iskan) and whether the property can be sold to foreigners.
- Sales contract: Price, payment plan, handover date and who pays which costs are put in writing.
- Tax number and bank account: The tax number is usually issued the same day; a Turkish bank account is opened for payments. Details: Tax number · Bank account
- Valuation report: A report from a licensed valuation company is mandatory for sales to foreigners. Valuation report
- DASK earthquake insurance: Compulsory earthquake insurance is taken out before the transfer. DASK
- Title deed appointment and transfer: At the land registry office you sign with a sworn translator, the fees are paid and the title deed is issued in your name. Title deed (TAPU)
- Keys and utilities: We open electricity, water and internet accounts in your name.
- Residence permit or citizenship, if you wish: If your property meets the requirements, we handle the application with you.
Purchase costs
| Cost | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Title deed fee | 4% of the sale price | By law buyer 2%, seller 2%; can be agreed otherwise in the contract. |
| Land registry service fee (döner sermaye) | About 6,700 TL on average in 2026 | Paid to the land registry; updated every year. |
| Valuation report | Depends on the property | Mandatory for foreign buyers. |
| DASK insurance | Annual, based on the size of the home | Mandatory before the transfer. |
| Sworn translator | Depends on the service | Required at the land registry if you do not speak Turkish. |
| Power of attorney | Notary tariff | Only if you buy through a representative. |
After the purchase you pay a small annual property tax to the municipality (in two instalments) and, in a complex, a monthly maintenance fee (aidat). We give you a written cost calculation for the property you choose.
Can I buy without coming to Turkey?
Yes. With a notarised power of attorney the title deed transfer can be done on your behalf. You can sign it at a notary in Turkey or at the Turkish consulate in your country. We show you the property on a video tour and share every step in writing and with photos.
Residence permit and Turkish citizenship
- Residence permit based on property ownership: the title deed value at the time of purchase must be at least the equivalent of USD 200,000. Because of foreign-resident quotas, some neighbourhoods may be closed to new residence applications from time to time, so we check the address before you buy. Residence permit
- Turkish citizenship: property worth at least USD 400,000, with a 3-year no-sale annotation on the title deed. Turkish citizenship
Why Elka Homes?
We have been in Alanya since 2006 and advise in Turkish, English, German, Russian and Persian. We are with you at every step, from choosing the property to the title deed, utilities and residence permit; after the purchase we can also manage your villa through our villa management service.
Frequently asked questions
Can foreigners buy property in Alanya?
Yes. Citizens of most countries can buy an apartment or villa in Alanya. Properties in military and security zones cannot be sold to foreigners; we check this at the very start.
What are the total costs of buying a home in Alanya?
The largest item is the title deed fee of 4% of the sale price (by law buyer and seller pay 2% each). On top come the land registry service fee, valuation report, DASK insurance and, if needed, translator and notary costs. We give you a written calculation for the property you choose.
How long does buying a property in Alanya take?
Once the documents are ready, most purchases are completed with the title deed transfer within a few weeks. The valuation report and the land registry appointment determine the timing.
Can I get a residence permit if I buy a home in Alanya?
For a property-based residence permit the title deed value must be at least the equivalent of USD 200,000 and the property must be in a neighbourhood open to new residence permits. For lower-priced apartments we look at other residence permit types with you.
How much property do I need to buy for Turkish citizenship?
Property worth at least USD 400,000, with a 3-year no-sale annotation on the title deed.
Do I have to come to Turkey to buy a home in Alanya?
No. With a notarised power of attorney we can complete the title deed transfer on your behalf.
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