Yes. Foreign nationals are allowed to buy property in Türkiye, including Istanbul, under the 2012 reciprocity law.
However, there are a few exceptions — citizens of certain restricted countries and properties located in military or security zones are not eligible for sale to foreigners.

Foreign buyers can purchase:

• Apartments & penthouses
• Villas & townhouses
• Commercial offices & shops
• Land (with certain restrictions)
• Off-plan and newly built developments

Most investors focus on ready or off-plan apartments in central and emerging districts like Başakşehir, Beylikdüzü, Küçükçekmece, Maslak, Kadıköy, Zeytinburnu, and Kağıthane.

Typical transaction costs include:

• Title deed transfer tax: 4% of the declared property value (usually split 50/50 between buyer and seller)
• Notary and translation fees: around $500–$1,000
• Agency commission: typically 2–3% of the purchase price
• DASK (earthquake insurance): mandatory for all properties
• Utility connection fees: for electricity, water, and gas after registration

Yes. The property is registered in the foreign buyer’s name at the Tapu Office (Land Registry Department), and the buyer receives the Tapu (Title Deed) once the sale is completed and government taxes are paid.

Not necessarily.
You can appoint a Power of Attorney (POA) at a Turkish notary or Turkish consulate abroad, allowing a legal representative to handle all paperwork and registration on your behalf.

Yes. Under the Turkish Citizenship by Investment Program, foreigners who purchase property worth at least $400,000 USD can apply for Turkish citizenship.
Key points:

• Property must be held for a minimum of 3 years
• The investment can be in one or multiple properties
• Citizenship can include spouse and children under 18

Yes. Buying any property in Türkiye with a minimum ammount of 200,000$ qualifies you for a renewable 2-years residence permit (short-term residence permit based on property ownership).

• Choose a property and agree on terms.
• Sign a sales contract and pay a deposit (usually 10%).
• Get a tax number and open a Turkish bank account.
• Obtain a property valuation report (mandatory for foreigners).
• Apply for Tapu transfer at the Land Registry Office.
• Pay related taxes and fees, and receive the Title Deed (Tapu).

If all documents are ready, the process usually takes 3–5 working days for ready properties and up to 2–3 weeks for off-plan or citizenship purchases.

• Annual property tax: 0.2% (for residential) or 0.4% (for commercial) of the property’s assessed value
• Rental income tax: 15–40% (progressive rate) — applies only if you rent out your property
• Capital gains tax: payable if you sell within 5 years (exempt after 5 years of ownership)

The Tapu is the official Title Deed document issued by the Turkish government, proving full ownership of the property.
It includes:

• Owner’s name and ID/passport
• Property location and details
• Purchase price and registry number
  It’s issued by the Land Registry Directorate and is the most important legal document in property ownership.

Yes — if purchased through registered developers with government-approved construction licenses and notary-certified contracts.
Always ensure your payments go through a developer's official bank account and that the project has a construction guarantee.

Yes. Foreigners can rent their properties either long-term or short-term (Airbnb-style).
For short-term rentals, the property must be registered as a touristic unit and comply with local municipal regulations.

Yes. There is no legal limit to the number of properties foreigners can own, as long as:

• The total land area does not exceed 30 hectares in Turkey
• The property is located outside military or restricted zones

• Valid passport + translated copy
• Turkish tax number
• Turkish bank account
• Recent photos (biometric)
• Appraisal report
• Power of Attorney (if applicable)

Top performing and high-potential districts include:

• European Side: Başakşehir, Küçükçekmece, Kağıthane, Zeytinburnu, Beylikdüzü, Maslak, Bahçeşehir
• Asian Side: Üsküdar, Ataşehir, Kadıköy, Çekmeköy

These areas offer strong infrastructure, metro access, and ongoing government projects that boost property values.

• Strategic location between Europe & Asia
• Fast capital appreciation
• Turkish citizenship & residency opportunities
• Lower prices compared to EU cities
• High rental yields and strong demand
• Modern infrastructure & mega projects (Istanbul Canal, new metro lines, airports)