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Land in Turkey, and its sale to foreigners

26.06.2023

Some people do not delve into the deciphering of the concept of land and their purpose. As practice shows, when solving any issues related to a land plot in Turkey, it is necessary to understand the following points:

  • categories and purpose of land;
  • permitted use;
  • whether the allotment is included in the boundary of the settlements.

A land plot is a limited territory, area and boundaries, which are determined with high accuracy and entered into the unified state register.

Before registering land in Turkey with the relevant state authorities, it is necessary that the boundaries of the site are clearly defined. The key properties of the allotment include:

Land in Turkey, and its sale to foreigners

In Turkey, as in all countries of the world, great importance is given to land. In the Republic of Turkey, land is the main asset and wealth. Recently, in the context of the coronavirus pandemic, which has taken place around the world, demand trends have begun to change very much. Priorities have changed, both in the domestic and foreign markets.

The demand for Turkish land from foreign citizens has grown strongly. In this article, we want to explain what are the land plots in Turkey, and what is their purpose.

As practice shows, when solving any issues related to a land plot in Turkey, it is important to understand the following indicators:

  • categories and purpose of land;
  • permitted use;
  • whether the allotment is included in the boundary of the settlements.

A land plot is a limited territory, area and boundaries, which are determined with high accuracy and entered into the unified state register.

Before registering land in Turkey with the relevant state authorities, it is necessary that the boundaries of the site are clearly defined. The key properties of the allotment include:

  • purpose, boundaries, area;
  • legal status;
  • possible encumbrances;
  • location;
  • permitted type of land use in Turkey.

In Turkey, plots are divided into 3 main types, depending on the type of their purpose:

  1. Land for personal use.

Such allotments are registered for legal entities and individuals, with the right to use them at their own request.

  1. Treasury lands (miri).

The property of the state, which is used only in the public interest. In exceptional cases, ownership may be transferred to a private person.

  1. Village, pastures and fields.

Common property of the village, shared use. Such land may not be divided or sold.

The generally accepted legal norms of the Land Code of the Republic of Turkey are reflected in the legislative framework. This branch of law oversees the land use, transfer and protection of owners of allotments.

All lands in Turkey are classified into plots that:

  • It is allowed to build up a residential/commercial building.
  • Use only agricultural work.
  • They belong to the state by right of ownership. Such objects include closed military zones, part of the territories of border possessions.

Buy agricultural land in Turkey

Agricultural land in Turkey is the area where the main agricultural tasks are performed. The popularity of this destination is growing not only among locals, but also among foreign citizens as well.

Foreign nationals have the legal right to buy land in Turkey intended for agricultural work. And in recent years, according to current data statistics, in the territory of the Republic of Turkey, every year a huge number of transactions for the purchase and sale of land plots by foreign citizens for the purpose of conducting agricultural activities are concluded.

Sale of land to foreigners in Turkey

In accordance with the legislative framework, foreigners can buy land plots for various purposes, including the development of commercial / private real estate. The sale of land in Turkey to foreign citizens is carried out according to the internal laws of the state.

What do foreigners need to know about buying land in Turkey?

  • Before the sale, the land must be registered in the registers of the Cadastre, the Zoning Authority.
  • To register ownership of the allotment, you will need to use the services of the Cadastral and Cartographic Departments, primarily to accurately determine the location of the land by coordinates. You also need to determine the zoning status of the site.

Registration of land in Turkey, and its sale to citizens of other states is considered a rather laborious process that requires a competent approach and knowledge of local laws. Our company is engaged in the search, selection and official registration of transactions for the purchase and sale of land plots.

We fully check all documents, legally conduct the transaction.

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