Buyer's Guide
Your definitive resource for navigating property ownership, legal requirements, and citizenship in Turkey.
Official
Documents
Essential paperwork required to successfully complete a property purchase in Turkey.
- A copy of the buyer's passport translated into Turkish by a sworn translator and certified by the notary.
- 4 personal biometric photos.
- The buyer's Turkish tax number.
- The official real estate appraisal report in Turkey.
The Tax Number
(Vergi Numarası)
A 10-digit identification number required to complete all financial transactions, tax payments, and official fees in Turkey.
REQUIRED FOR:
How to Obtain It
01. From the Tax Department
Official documents required for an in-person application:
- A copy of your passport.
- A document proving your residential address (e.g., a utility bill, rental contract, or any document detailing your address).
02. Via the Internet
The Turkish government allows foreigners to extract the tax number online, without visiting physical departments.
- Visit the official government tax portal.
- Fill in the required data accurately.
Turkish Citizenship
Conditions by Real Estate Investment
$400,000
Minimum property value required to qualify for citizenship.
- Purchasing a property or a group of properties on Turkish lands with a total value of at least $400,000.
- Maintaining the property and committing to not selling it for a minimum period of 3 years.
- The applicant must hold a nationality allowed to own real estate in Turkey. (This includes most nationalities, excluding Syrian, Armenian, Cuban, and North Korean).
Required Papers for Citizenship
Official documentation needed to process the application.
- A bank receipt stamped and signed by the bank proving the money transfer and property purchase.
- A copy of the property title deed (Tapu).
- 6 personal biometric photos.
- The Buyer's tax number.
- A copy of the buyer's Turkish residence permit and family members (if any), or a copy of the passport's stamp for the last entry to Turkey.
- The marriage contract of the buyer, certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the issuing country, and attested by the consulate of the passport held, with attestation from the Turkish Consulate. Must clearly show husband/wife names and marriage date.
- The birth certificates of the buyer, wife, and children under 18, certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and attested by the respective consulates.
- If the buyer is divorced, the divorce document must be certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and attested accordingly.
- If the buyer is single, a celibacy document issued by the consulate and certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with Turkish Consulate attestation.
- A power of attorney from the buyer (and wife if married) to our company to apply for citizenship, issued by the Turkish Consulate or Notary (children's names not needed for under 18s).
Strategic Tips
Essential advice for a secure property purchase in Turkey.
Define Your Goals
Determine the exact purpose of buying: housing, investment, or obtaining Turkish citizenship. Establish a clear budget. This will streamline your search, helping you specify the exact area, room count, and property specifications you need.
Choose a Reliable Partner
It is crucial to work with a trusted real estate company. They will guide you to the right properties, accompany you on tours, explain legal conditions, provide exclusive offers, and offer free legal and real estate consultancy to save you time and effort.
Visit the Projects
Always evaluate real estate projects firsthand to ensure credibility and verify that specifications, areas, views, and completion stages match the marketing materials. If traveling is difficult, arrange live video tours with your consultant.
