Selling Property in Turkey: A Complete 2026 Guide

Learn the essential steps for selling your property in Turkey, including required documents, title deed transfer procedures, and tax obligations for 2026.

Determining Your Property's Market Value

Setting the right price is the most important step when selling your home in Turkiye. If you price it too high, it stays on the market for months. Price it too low, and you lose money. Look at similar homes in your area that sold recently to find a fair price. Think about things like public transport, the building's age, and the quality of the interior.

If you need a closer look here, see Taxable Assets and Valuation Rules.

You can also use rental income to guess the value. In many Turkish cities, a home is worth 200 to 250 times its monthly rent. If you want a precise number, get a professional appraisal. Banks and serious buyers trust these reports.

The Web-Tapu System and Your Property Sale in Turkiye

The Turkish Land Registry simplified the process through the Web-Tapu system. You must start the sale by applying online. This site lets you upload papers and track your application. You'll get an SMS when it's time for your appointment.

Log in to the Web-Tapu portal with your e-Devlet password to start. Or, you can call the ALO 181 hotline to book a time. After the office checks your papers, they'll text you. This message includes the date, time, and the title deed fee you need to pay.

Essential Documentation for the Transaction

You and the buyer must bring specific papers to finish the sale. If you forget anything, it will delay your appointment. It's best to double-check your folder the night before.

Documents Required for the Seller

Original ID card and one copy.
Two biometric photos taken in the last six months.
Property Tax Clearance Certificate from your local municipality.
Mandatory Earthquake Insurance (DASK) policy.
Identity Information Form if you are a foreign national.

Documents Required for the Buyer

Original ID card and one copy.
Two biometric photos.
Currency Exchange Certificate if the buyer is a foreign national. This proves you sold foreign money to the Central Bank.
Notarized Power of Attorney if a proxy represents the buyer.

Understanding Title Deed Fees and Taxes

You'll face a few costs before you sign the final papers. The biggest one is the Title Deed Fee. This is 4% of the sale price. Usually, you and the buyer split this 50/50. But you can agree on something else in your contract.

Don't forget about Capital Gains Tax. If you sell within five years of buying, you pay tax on your profit. But if you've owned it for over five years, you don't owe any tax. It's a simple rule that saves long-term owners a lot of money.

Selling a Property with an Existing Tenant

If you have a tenant, the sale doesn't end their lease. The old contract stays valid. The new buyer just becomes the new landlord. The tenant can stay until their lease ends.

Does the buyer want to move in? They must send a legal notice to the tenant within a month of buying. The tenant then has six months to move out. If they won't leave, the new owner has to file an eviction case in court.

Using a Power of Attorney (Proxy)

Can't make it to the office in person? You can use a Power of Attorney. A Turkish notary or consulate must issue this document. It needs to be specific to selling property and include a photo. Make sure it lists the exact unit and plot number of your home.

Finalizing the Sale and Handing Over Possession

On the big day, you'll meet the buyer at the Land Registry Office. The officer will ask if you got your money. Once you say yes, you both sign the book. Then, the buyer gets their new Title Deed.

Decide when you'll move out in your sales contract. Most people hand over keys right away. Others ask for 15 to 90 days to pack. After the property sale in Turkiye, go to the municipality. You need to close your tax account and cancel your water and power bills.

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