A title deed (TAPU) is the official document that proves you own a property in T\u00fcrkiye. Records are kept by the General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre (TKGM) and are guaranteed by the state. At Elka Homes we manage the whole title deed process for foreign buyers: documents, valuation report, appointment, translator, fee payments and the title transfer.<\/p>\n
Yes. Citizens of most countries can buy an apartment, villa or land in T\u00fcrkiye. There are some limits:<\/p>\n
We check at the very beginning whether the property you choose can be sold to a foreign buyer.<\/p>\n
Before you buy, we give you a written breakdown of the total cost, so there are no surprises.<\/p>\n
Once the documents are ready, the title transfer is usually completed in a single day. The whole preparation, including the valuation report and the appointment, usually takes from a few days to two weeks.<\/p>\n
Yes. With a power of attorney issued by a Turkish notary or by the Turkish consulate in your country, the title deed transaction can be completed on your behalf. A power of attorney issued abroad may need an apostille. We prepare the wording of the power of attorney together with you.<\/p>\n
By law the buyer and the seller pay 2% each. The parties may agree otherwise; this is written into the sales contract.<\/p><\/details>\n It is mandatory for sales to foreigners and shows the real value of the property. It is also required for citizenship applications<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n If you do not speak Turkish, yes. A sworn translator is with you during the transaction and translates every step.<\/p><\/details>\n Yes, it is an official title deed. It is converted to full ownership once the building is completed and the occupancy permit is issued. Before buying, we check the project\u2019s permits.<\/p><\/details>\n An annual property tax is paid to the municipality; it is low and paid in two instalments. Building fees are paid separately.<\/p><\/details>\n Send us the property or listing number you like, and we will calculate the title deed costs and the timeline for you.<\/p>\nWhy is a valuation report required?<\/summary>
Do I need a translator at the land registry?<\/summary>
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What do I pay every year after buying?<\/summary>
Let\u2019s plan your title deed process together<\/h2>\n