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Law Partnership

AkyarlıReal estate and foreigners law · Bodrum · Istanbul

Calm, clear legal work in four languages for buying property, investing and settling in Turkey.

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The firm

Buying a home on the Aegean, running a hotel or settling in Turkey each involves documents, authorities and languages. We handle this work in a calm, orderly way and in plain language.

Offices
Bodrum · Istanbul
Working languages
Turkish, English, Russian, Arabic, German
Bar
Muğla Bar · Istanbul Bar
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Buying property in Turkey, step by step

Seven steps from research to the title deed — and beyond

For each step we outline what is prepared, which authority is involved and what to watch for. Timings and requirements vary from case to case.

Step 1

Research and legal due diligence

Before deciding to buy, the title record, any encumbrances, the zoning status and the occupancy certificate (iskân) are reviewed. For foreign buyers, military restricted and security zone limitations and the reciprocity position are also assessed in general terms. Issues identified at this stage have a direct bearing on the terms of the agreement.

  • Title record and registered owner
  • Mortgages, attachments and annotations
  • Zoning status and occupancy certificate

Usually from a few days to a few weeks

Step 2

Tax number and bank account

A foreign buyer needs a tax identification number for land registry transactions and payments; it is obtained from the tax office on presentation of a passport. Opening an account with a bank in Turkey is, in most cases, a practical step so that the purchase price can be transferred in a traceable way.

  • Valid passport
  • Tax identification number
  • Bank account in Turkey

In most cases the same day or within a few days

Step 3

Valuation report

For acquisitions by foreign nationals, a valuation report prepared by a CMB-licensed (SPK) valuation firm is required for the land registry transaction. The report sets out the current value of the property and the general condition of the building. If a citizenship application is being considered, it is also important that the report is suitable for that purpose.

  • CMB-licensed valuation firm
  • Validity period of the report
  • Consistency of value and contract price

Usually a few working days

Step 4

Land registry application and appointment

An application is made to the land registry office responsible for the property and an appointment is booked for the transfer. The file includes identification, the tax number, the valuation report, photographs and, where needed, notarised translations and an apostilled power of attorney. The title deed fee and the revolving fund charge are calculated at this stage.

  • Complete application documents
  • Translation and apostille requirements
  • Payment of fees and revolving fund charge

The appointment date depends on the registry office’s workload

Step 5

Transfer at the land registry

On the day of the appointment, the buyer and seller, or their attorneys, attend the land registry office and the official deed is signed. A sworn interpreter must be present for any party who does not speak Turkish. Payment of the purchase price is planned in advance so that it takes place simultaneously with signature and by a traceable method.

  • Sworn interpreter
  • Payment method and timing
  • Checking the new title deed

Usually completed on the day of the appointment

Step 6

Residence permit or citizenship application

Property ownership may, under certain conditions, serve as a basis for a short-term residence permit application, which is filed through the e-İkamet system. Citizenship by investment is subject to separate conditions and official assessment. In both cases, the outcome rests with the assessment of the authorities concerned.

  • Choosing the type of application
  • Health insurance and documents
  • Confirming current conditions with official sources

Assessment times vary by authority and type of application

Step 7

After the transfer

After the transfer, the compulsory earthquake insurance (DASK) policy should be issued in the owner’s name, a property tax declaration made and contact established with the management regarding service charges. Electricity, water and gas subscriptions are transferred to the new owner. These steps put the day-to-day use of the property in order.

  • DASK policy
  • Property tax declaration
  • Service charges and utility transfers

Usually within a few weeks after the transfer

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Practice areas

From property to companies, residence to inheritance

Property Acquisition by Foreign Nationals01Property Acquisition by Foreign NationalsLegal advice for foreign individuals and companies on the permits, reciprocity rules and title deed steps involved in acquiring property in Türkiye.Conveyancing and Title Deeds02Conveyancing and Title DeedsAdvice on property sales and purchases, covering contract preparation, review of the title register and the legal handling of the transfer.Citizenship and Residence through Property03Citizenship and Residence through PropertyGeneral information on applications for Turkish citizenship and residence permits based on property ownership, and legal follow-up of the process.Condominium and Estate Management04Condominium and Estate ManagementLegal advice and representation in disputes between unit owners, estate managements and managers over service charges, common areas and bylaws.Construction and Build-for-Share Agreements05Construction and Build-for-Share AgreementsAdvice on drafting build-for-share and construction contracts between landowners, contractors and buyers, and on disputes arising from them.Lease and Tenancy06Lease and TenancyLegal support on residential and commercial leases, from drafting the agreement to rent reviews, possession and tenancy disputes.Tourism and Hospitality07Tourism and HospitalityAdvice to hotels and tourism businesses on operating and management agreements, leases of facilities and tourism certificates.Cross-Border Inheritance08Cross-Border InheritanceCertificates of inheritance, recognition and enforcement of foreign decisions and transfer of title for estates with property in Türkiye.Company Formation for Foreign Investors09Company Formation for Foreign InvestorsSupport for foreign investors in Türkiye, from choosing the type of company to registration with the trade registry and beyond.Property Disputes10Property DisputesMediation and litigation in property disputes, including rectification of title, partition and claims against unlawful occupation.All practice areas →

Regions

From the coast to the city, each region has its own questions

BodrumBodrumTitle, zoning and condominium matters across the villas, gated estates and olive groves of the peninsula’s bays.
FethiyeFethiyeTitle and building permit matters for detached houses, villas and parcels close to protected areas within a village setting.
AntalyaAntalyaLegal matters for residential projects, residences and tourism facilities, from the project stage through to operation.
IstanbulIstanbulUrban regeneration, tenancy and building management matters for residences, older apartment blocks and commercial property.
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Team

Ten lawyers, two offices, five languages

Bodrum

  • Av. Nevra AkyarlıTR · EN · DE
  • Av. Emre BayraktepeTR · EN
  • Av. Defne ErtürkmenTR · EN · DE
  • Av. Ece MavikayaTR · EN · DE
  • Av. Burak TülümenTR · EN
  • Av. Alina GürsoyTR · EN · RU

Istanbul

  • Av. Tarık SoylubeyTR · EN · DE
  • Av. İpek YazganoğluTR · EN · RU
  • Av. Selma HaddadoğluTR · EN · AR
  • Av. Kaan ErgüderTR · EN
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Preparation

An orderly start before we meet

Document checklistA printable document list and general timeline based on the purchase type, financing and power of attorney.Meeting requestChoose your language and the office or a video call; times are shown in your own time zone.

Client portal — your file’s steps, requested documents, translation status and appointments on one screen, in four languages.

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Insights

General information notes

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29 September 2026 · 4 minBefore the Title Deed: A Due Diligence Checklist for Foreign BuyersA general overview of how the land registry record, zoning status, building documents and rules specific to foreigners are reviewed before a purchase.
14 September 2026 · 4 minConstruction Servitude or Condominium Ownership? Why the Difference Matters When BuyingWhat the distinction between construction servitude and condominium ownership means on the title, how it links to occupancy and why it matters to buyers.
27 August 2026 · 4 minWhat Is a Valuation Report For? An Overview of SPK-Licensed ValuationsWhat the SPK-licensed valuation report required in sales to foreigners shows, how it is prepared and what information it offers the buyer.
Bodrum officeBodrum officeDemo address · Bodrum, MuğlaMonday–Friday 09:00–18:00 · Saturday by appointmentIstanbul officeIstanbul officeDemo address · IstanbulMonday–Friday 09:00–18:30

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