villas in turkey

Buying Villas in Turkey - the procedure

Foreign citizens are increasingly interested in purchasing villas in Turkey particularly along the southern and western coasts. Turkey is becoming a popular holiday destination with its unspoiled coastline and Mediterranean climate, which offers all-year-round sunshine. Also buying villas in Turkey is seen as a good future investment considering the fact that Turkey is on the verge of becoming a member of the EU and is one of the fastest growing emerging markets in the world.

Buying villas in Turkey can be a simple process, so long as you know what you are doing. If you choose to work with us we will make the process as smooth and effortless for you as possible. Not only must formal regulations be taken into consideration, but Non-Turkish Nationals must also pay attention to the various legal aspects to acquire villas in Turkey.

Birolproperties offers you valuable assistance and will undertake the commitment to carry out objective and thorough research regarding the property in which you are interested of. Our well-educated staff is fluent in English, Swedish, German and Polish and is happy to help you. So please do not hesitate to contact us either through email, fax or in person for any additional information.

1. Who can buy?

Most foreign nationals can purchase villas in Turkey providing that: There is a reciprocal agreement between the government of Turkey and that of the buyer. This agreement does exist between Turkey and the UK, EU Countries, US, Russia and also with other countries.

The intended property lies within the boundaries of a municipal area, i.e. town or village with more than 2,000 registered inhabitants. o The intended property does not lie within the confines of a military zone.

These simple regulations are important. Non-Turkish Nationals, who have attempted to outsmart the system by purchasing villas in Turkey in prohibited zones in the name of a Turkish acquaintance under the protection of a private notarized agreement, have no chance of recovering their property in the event of a dispute.

2. Property Purchasing Laws and Procedures in Turkey

We will give you the essential but general information regarding the path to ownership of villas in Turkey according to Turkish Laws (article 35 of the Turkish Constitution) and what issues might arise during the process. Different properties are subject to differing laws (depending on location). Because the following is general information only, we encourage you to contact or consult an expert of your own choice. By doing so, you can avoid the possibility of making mistakes and distress.

3. Turkish Property Legislation

Ownership is anchored in article 35 of the Turkish Constitution. This article stipulates that anyone is entitled to ownership and that these rights can only be restricted by other legal stipulations. The restrictions may consist, for instance, of zoning schemes, restrictions relevant to foreigners and the similar to.

The ownership regulations are elaborated in the Turkish Civil Code, article 633. This mainly explains how ownership is acquired.

For the purchase of property by a foreign person, the registration of the land is especially important. In Turkey there are regional directorates of the Land Registry Department, which are subdivided in provincial or district offices and they are all controlled by the state.

4. Property Registration and Delivery

In contrast to most European countries, the formal entry in the property register in Turkey is not performed by a public notary, but by an official of the Property Registry Department. It is a legal requirement for both sides (the seller and the buyer) to be present at the entry. However, it is possible to authorize another person to stand as your proxy. As a security measure, it is also advisable to authorize the sale through an official notary.

The delivery of the deed of transfer does not require the intervention of a public notary in Turkey. The only applicable stipulation concerning the delivery is that it takes place in writing. After the entry and delivery the property register issues a proof of ownership or property deed which is called 'Tapu'.

Ownership is only obtained at the moment that the building(s), if under construction, has been completed and the full amount has been paid.

Mainly there are no legal restrictions against Non-Turkish Nationals regarding the acquisition of property ownership. However, the Village Act and the Military Prohibited and Security Areas play an important role; Article 87 of the Village Act denies the right to foreigners to ownership of property that is outside the center of a village in case the area has not been available for purchase or it may belong to the Ministry of Forest. Also, the act regarding Military Prohibited and Security Areas can be an impediment and therefore restrict the acquisition of property by foreigners if the property is located within a particular distance of military sites or strategically important areas.

Contact Turkish Golf Villas, allowing us to make the purchase of villas in Turkey as easy as possible, allowing you piece of mind knowing that you are in the best hands. Our expertise and knowledge in the property industry in Turkey will help purchasing property abroad as simple as buying your monthly shopping. Visit us online for further information with regards to villas in Turkey.