Frequently Asked Questions about Immovable Purchases by Foreigners in Turkey and more…
1. How many years have foreigners been able to buy real estate?
Foreigners can buy real estate in all periods of power since the Republic, including Ataturk.
2. Have foreign real persons recently purchased real estate?
Foreign individuals bought real estate from 1868 to 1914 before the Republic. After the Republic, the gains have continued from the Lausanne Peace Period to the present day.
3- In which areas do they buy more real estate?
Looking at the records, it can be seen that foreign enthusiasts are more interested in tourist areas. 39291 of these properties are independent parts of the building and 18,800 of them are land. The 10 provinces with the most real estate purchases are as follows: Antalya, Istanbul, Moala, Aydin, Izmir, Bursa, Hatay, Mersin, Ankara and Gazi Antep.
4. Are there any restrictions on the purchase of real estate by foreign individuals?
Foreign natural persons can buy real estate, for which purpose the executive zoning plan or the local zoning plan must be separated and registered, provided that the legal restrictions are mutually observed.Foreigners may not own real estate in all military restricted areas and military security zones, up to 400 meters from special security zones such as oil, natural gas and energy facilities.
