Frequently Asked Questions
Selling a property in Turkey as a foreign owner raises many questions about taxes, documents, timelines and legal safety. Here are clear, simple answers based on how SellinTurkey actually works.
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- Can a foreigner sell property in Turkey without restrictions?
- Do I need to come to Turkey to sell my property?
- What taxes and costs should I expect when selling?
- Which documents are required to start the sale?
- How long does a typical sale usually take?
- How is my sale price and valuation determined?
- How do you market my property to foreign buyers?
- How are SellinTurkey fees and commissions structured?
- How do you protect me legally during the sale?
- What is the first step if I want to get started?
Can a foreigner sell property in Turkey without restrictions?
Yes. As long as your title deed (Tapu) is legally clean, a foreign owner can sell a property in Turkey without extra restrictions.
The buyer can be Turkish or foreign. The key steps are:
• Confirming ownership and land registry details
• Checking for mortgages, debts or annotations
• Preparing the correct sales contract and power of attorney if needed
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• Confirming ownership and land registry details
• Checking for mortgages, debts or annotations
• Preparing the correct sales contract and power of attorney if needed
Legal basics
Read more detailed FAQs
Do I need to come to Turkey to sell my property?
Not always. Many of our clients complete the entire sale remotely.
You can sign a notarised power of attorney (PoA) in your country and let our legal team represent you at the title deed office in Turkey.
• Physical presence is not mandatory if PoA is arranged correctly
• You still receive sale proceeds directly to your bank account
• We keep you updated at each step with documents and timelines
Remote sale
Remote sale – full explanation
• Physical presence is not mandatory if PoA is arranged correctly
• You still receive sale proceeds directly to your bank account
• We keep you updated at each step with documents and timelines
Remote sale
Remote sale – full explanation
What taxes and costs should I expect when selling?
The main cost items are:
• Title deed transfer tax (usually shared between buyer and seller by agreement)
• Agency commission (if applicable)
• Capital gains tax (only in specific cases, depending on how long you owned the property and your purchase price)
We explain all taxes clearly before you sign anything, so you know your net amount after the sale.
Taxes & costs
Detailed guide on taxes & costs
• Title deed transfer tax (usually shared between buyer and seller by agreement)
• Agency commission (if applicable)
• Capital gains tax (only in specific cases, depending on how long you owned the property and your purchase price)
We explain all taxes clearly before you sign anything, so you know your net amount after the sale.
Taxes & costs
Detailed guide on taxes & costs
Which documents are required to start the sale?
For most sales we need:
• Copy of your title deed (Tapu)
• Your passport copy and Turkish tax number (if available)
• Current DASK (earthquake insurance) policy
• Basic property details (location, size, site name, current condition)
If anything is missing, our team guides you step-by-step.
Documents
Full checklist of required documents
• Copy of your title deed (Tapu)
• Your passport copy and Turkish tax number (if available)
• Current DASK (earthquake insurance) policy
• Basic property details (location, size, site name, current condition)
If anything is missing, our team guides you step-by-step.
Documents
Full checklist of required documents
How long does a typical sale usually take?
It depends mainly on price, demand and paperwork readiness.
As a general guideline:
• From listing to serious offer: a few weeks to a few months (market dependent)
• From accepted offer to title deed transfer: usually 7–21 days, if documents are ready
We give you a realistic expectation based on your area and property type.
Timeline
Timeline examples & case studies
• From listing to serious offer: a few weeks to a few months (market dependent)
• From accepted offer to title deed transfer: usually 7–21 days, if documents are ready
We give you a realistic expectation based on your area and property type.
Timeline
Timeline examples & case studies
How is my sale price and valuation determined?
We combine three elements:
• Recent comparable sales in your area and complex
• Current demand from both local and international buyers
• Property condition, view, layout and unique features
You receive a clearly explained price range, not just a random number.
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• Recent comparable sales in your area and complex
• Current demand from both local and international buyers
• Property condition, view, layout and unique features
You receive a clearly explained price range, not just a random number.
Valuation
Request your free valuation
How do you market my property to foreign buyers?
We are focused specifically on foreign buyers interested in Turkey.
That means:
• Professional photos and English descriptions
• Exposure on international portals and targeted campaigns
• Direct buyer network built over time in key countries
The goal is not just “more views” but qualified buyers who can actually complete.
Marketing
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• Professional photos and English descriptions
• Exposure on international portals and targeted campaigns
• Direct buyer network built over time in key countries
The goal is not just “more views” but qualified buyers who can actually complete.
Marketing
See how our process works
How are SellinTurkey fees and commissions structured?
Our fees are transparent and agreed before your property is listed.
In most cases:
• Commission is a percentage of the final sale price
• There are no hidden “extra” marketing or viewing charges
• You only pay when the sale is actually completed
You always receive a written breakdown of all costs.
Fees
More about our fee model
• Commission is a percentage of the final sale price
• There are no hidden “extra” marketing or viewing charges
• You only pay when the sale is actually completed
You always receive a written breakdown of all costs.
Fees
More about our fee model
How do you protect me legally during the sale?
We work with experienced local lawyers and follow a clear checklist:
• Verifying the title deed, debts and annotations
• Using clear, bilingual contracts where needed
• Ensuring payment and title transfer are aligned and traceable
The aim is simple: a clean, documented sale that stands up to any future questions.
Legal safety
Legal & compliance FAQs
• Verifying the title deed, debts and annotations
• Using clear, bilingual contracts where needed
• Ensuring payment and title transfer are aligned and traceable
The aim is simple: a clean, documented sale that stands up to any future questions.
Legal safety
Legal & compliance FAQs
What is the first step if I want to get started?
Step 1 is very simple: share your property details with us.
• Fill in our short online form
• Upload your title deed and basic photos if available
• We review everything and come back with a valuation and plan
From there, you decide if you want to move forward.
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• Fill in our short online form
• Upload your title deed and basic photos if available
• We review everything and come back with a valuation and plan
From there, you decide if you want to move forward.
Get started
Start the process here