Turkish Tax Number (VKN) – Complete Guide for Foreigners

A Turkish Tax Number (Vergi Kimlik Numarası – VKN) is a nine-digit identification number required for all financial and official procedures in Türkiye. Foreign property buyers, investors, and anyone planning to stay in Türkiye for more than 90 days must obtain a tax number.

This number is mandatory for TAPU transfers, opening a bank account, setting up utility subscriptions, residency applications, company establishment and more.

Why Do You Need a Turkish Tax Number?

Foreigners need a Tax Number for:

• TAPU (title deed) transactions
• Opening a Turkish bank account
• Electricity and water subscriptions
• Notary procedures and power of attorney
• Internet and utility contracts
• Residence permit applications
• Investment and company registration

How to Get a Turkish Tax Number?

The process is quick and simple. Previously, applicants had to visit the tax office in person, but this requirement has been removed.

Elka Homes can obtain your Turkish Tax Number online through the official tax authority system without you visiting any government office.

You only need to provide:

• Passport photo
• Full name
• Date of birth
• Email and phone number

Your Tax Number is issued within minutes and becomes immediately usable for official procedures.

Where Is the Tax Number Used?

• Property purchase and TAPU transfer
• Opening a bank account
• Water and electricity subscriptions
• Notary and legal transactions
• Signing rental or service contracts
• Residence permit (ikamet) applications
• Company establishment and investments

What Does Elka Homes Do for You?

• Applies for your Tax Number online on your behalf
• Ensures all documents are correct
• Removes the need to visit the tax office
• Integrates your tax number into TAPU, banking and utility procedures

With Elka Homes, you can complete all your investments and official processes in Türkiye smoothly without facing any bureaucracy.