Buying property in Türkiye: checks for 2026
Title registration, documents and valuation guidance: a short starting point for foreign buyers.
Checked on 9 October 2026. Ownership is transferred through land-registry registration; a preliminary contract alone does not transfer the property. Check the owner and encumbrances before payment.
On 29 September 2026, TKGM published a notice on updated rules for valuation reports in foreign acquisitions. Consult the official document below to establish whether it applies to your transaction. Updated guidance does not mean all existing requirements are new laws.
Before paying a deposit, ask a local lawyer to review the property and required documents. Buying a home and applying for citizenship are separate procedures. This is general information, not individual legal advice.