To buy a home, open a bank account, set up electricity and water or buy a car in Türkiye, you first need a Turkish tax number. For foreigners the tax number is free and is usually issued on the same day. At Elka Homes we apply together with you.
What is the tax number used for?
- Title deed transactions and fee payments
- Opening an account at a Turkish bank
- Electricity, water, gas and internet subscriptions
- DASK and other insurance policies
- Buying a car and other official procedures
How do you get a tax number?
- At the tax office: You apply with your passport at the tax office in Alanya. The number is usually issued within minutes.
- Online: Foreigners can get a “potential tax ID number” through the Digital Tax Office of the Turkish Revenue Administration.
- From abroad: You can apply online or at some Turkish consulates before coming to Türkiye.
Required documents
- Valid passport (original and copy)
- A Turkish translation of the passport, if requested
- Your address in Türkiye or in your home country
The tax number has 10 digits, is free and never expires. Once you get a residence permit, the foreigner ID number you receive (starting with 99) is also used for many official procedures.
Taxes after you buy a property
- Property tax: Paid to the municipality every year. For homes within metropolitan areas such as Alanya the rate is 0.2%. It is paid in two instalments, in May and November.
- Rental income: If you rent out your home, you may need to declare the rental income every March. The annual exemption for residential rental income is updated every year.
- Capital gains: If you sell the property within 5 years of buying it, the gain may be taxable. Sales after 5 years are not subject to this tax.
We support you on tax matters together with local accountants.
Frequently asked questions
Is the tax number free?
Yes. The tax number is free for foreigners.
Can I get a tax number without being in Türkiye?
Yes. You can apply online or at some Turkish consulates. It can also be obtained with a power of attorney.
Does my tax number expire?
No. You get it once and it always stays the same.
Does my spouse also need a tax number?
Everyone who will be named on the title deed or will open an account needs their own tax number.
Let’s get your tax number together
On the day you arrive in Türkiye, we can sort out your tax number and bank account together.
Last updated: November 2026. This page is for general information only and is not legal advice. Legislation can change; current requirements are confirmed with the relevant authorities for each application.
