Real Estate Law

How is co-owned or inherited property divided in Turkey? The partition action, mandatory mediation, competent court, division in kind or by sale, the 2026 auction procedure for heirs, costs and co-owners living abroad.

The fundamental rights of tenants in Turkey, the grounds on which a landlord may evict a tenant, situations in which eviction is not possible, forcible eviction and the security deposit are explained under the Turkish Code of Obligations.

When is an eviction undertaking valid in Turkey? Written form, signing after handover, specific date, the one-month deadline, enforcement and tenant objections.

How much can a landlord raise the rent in Turkey? The CPI-based legal limit, how to calculate the maximum increase, the five-year rule, the rent determination lawsuit, timing rules and mandatory mediation.

When can a landlord in Turkey evict a tenant because they need the property? Who need can be claimed for, the genuine need test, one-month filing deadline, mediation, the new owner route, the three-year re-letting ban and tenant defences.

Is a lawyer mandatory for title deed transactions in Turkey? The 2026 proposal, the current rules, powers of attorney and what buyers, including foreigners, should check.

The Land Registry Law No. 2644 (“Law No. 2644”) sets the legal framework regarding the acquisition of real estate by foreigners in Turkey. Foreigners may possess land, residences, and workplaces provided that they fall in line with the legal boundaries set forth by Law No. 2644.

The Validity of Voluntary Move Out Agreements Within the Scope of Turkish Law...